The City Council voted unanimously for an ordinance that limits any data center to an industrial park. But residents say that’s not enough.
Morgan Casey
Morgan Casey is a reporter for the Border Belt Independent and a corps member with Report for America, a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms. Morgan’s reporting focuses on health care issues in the Border Belt and can be supported through a donation to the Border Belt Reporting Center, Inc.
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Republicans Lose Steam in Robeson County
Republican state Sen. Danny Britt Jr. holds a narrow lead over Democrat Catina Hamm. Meanwhile, two Republican county commissioners lost their seats.
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A Blue Wave in Scotland County
The rural county in southeastern North Carolina has shifted to the political right in recent years, but Democrats won big on Tuesday.
Posted inHealth
Robeson County Gets $3 Million to Bring Addiction Treatment to the Streets
The county will receive federal funding to help homeless residents struggling with substance use disorders.
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National Health Survey Comes to Southeastern North Carolina
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will collect data from residents in Scotland, Richmond, and Hoke counties as part of an annual health and nutrition survey.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Columbus County Considers a Moratorium on Data Centers
County commissioners will host a public hearing on October 5 as more North Carolina communities weigh potential regulations.
Posted inCourts & Justice
Preventing Youth Crime in Robeson County
The sheriff’s office launched a program over the summer aimed at helping young people make good decisions and understand consequences.
Posted inPolitics & Government
Rising Costs for State Health Plan Strain Local Budgets
Whiteville officials said they had to raise taxes to keep up with the insurance program for government employees. Meanwhile, Columbus County workers won’t get raises.
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Scotland and Richmond Counties Consider Building a Regional Jail
The detention centers in Scotland and Richmond counties are overcrowded. A new facility would serve both counties.
Posted inElections
Election Day is Tuesday in N.C. Here’s What to Know Before You Vote in the Border Belt
Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. for the primary election for federal, state, and local races.