Celebrating the Lumber River
The new Wire Pasture access point in the Lumber River State Park is now open–with a visitors’ center that honors Lumbee culture.
N.C. Cotton Farmers Contend With a New Pest
The cotton jassid is a looming threat to agriculture in North Carolina. Farmers already struggling to stay afloat fear what’s next.
Scotland County Nonprofit Coalition Gets New Life
The group is in a new era but has the same goal: to improve the county’s poor health and economy by maximizing collaboration between local organizations.
Is the Lumbee Casino Plan Dead?
Two days after tribal members voted against a constitutional amendment that would have opened the door to gaming, the tribal council directed its attorney to explore other “legal pathways.”
Lumbee Tribe Rejects Amendment Opening the Door for a Casino
Tribal leaders said a casino could bring jobs to rural southeastern N.C., but critics worried about speed and transparency.
Casino Vote Divides Lumbee Tribe
Some tribal members say they support gaming but question who should hold the power to make big decisions.
Data Point: Border Belt’s Biggest Cities See Population Losses
Meanwhile, some smaller towns grew or held steady between 2020 and 2025, Census figures show.
More Business & Economy Coverage
Drought, Rising Fuel Costs Strain North Carolina Farmers
Despite recent rainfall, the state is experiencing the worst drought in nearly two decades.
Small Airports in Rural Southeastern N.C. Are Expanding
The Laurinburg-Maxton Airport plans to open a new terminal to keep up with demand and potentially attract aviation businesses.
Diesel and Fertilizer Cost Spikes Put Squeeze on N.C. Corn Farmers
War in the Middle East is driving up the price of liquid nitrogen used to produce corn fertilizer.
Robeson County Residents Speak Out Against Proposed Duke Energy Rate Increase
The N.C. Utilities Commission is hosting public hearings across the state to get feedback from customers.
State Wants Public Feedback on Planned Upgrades for Downtown Lumberton Street
The N.C. Department of Public Transportation plans to make Second Street safer for pedestrians.
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