North Carolina’s Border Belt lags behind in COVID booster shots. Here’s what to know

Counties in North Carolina’s Border Belt have among the lowest rates in the state for COVID-19 booster shots, which health officials say are crucial in combating the virus. In Robeson County, 19% of the population has received a vaccine booster or additional shot, according to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. That’s the second lowest percentage in the state, behind neighboring Hoke County. …Read more Continue reading North Carolina’s Border Belt lags behind in COVID booster shots. Here’s what to know

Sarah NagemJuly 21, 2022July 21, 2022

News

Her mission: Help small businesses get started and succeed in Columbus County

The director of the Small Business Center at Southeastern Community College in NC helps entrepreneurs start businesses in Columbus County.Read more Continue reading Her mission: Help small businesses get started and succeed in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldJuly 19, 2022July 19, 2022

Economy, News

Need help feeding your family? Here are some resources in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Here is a list of organizations in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties that operate food pantries. Read more Continue reading Need help feeding your family? Here are some resources in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Border Belt IndependentJuly 13, 2022July 18, 2022

News

‘Really make a difference.’ Roadside food pantry helps fill need in Columbus County

Grace Episcopal Church in Columbus County built a free food pantry that is stocked with free canned goods and home supplies. Read more Continue reading ‘Really make a difference.’ Roadside food pantry helps fill need in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldJuly 11, 2022July 13, 2022

Health, News

What to know about abortion in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties have lower abortion rates than the statewide figure in North Carolina. Read more Continue reading What to know about abortion in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Sarah NagemJune 29, 2022July 18, 2022

News

Where are the news gaps in southeastern NC? Take a survey to make your voice heard

A survey aims to identify news gaps in rural North Carolina communities that have limited access to broadband. Read more Continue reading Where are the news gaps in southeastern NC? Take a survey to make your voice heard

Border Belt IndependentJune 23, 2022June 23, 2022

Economy, News

Pain at the pump – and at the grocery store – hits hard in southeastern North Carolina

North Carolina families are feeling the effects of inflation and high gas prices. Here’s how they’re getting by. Read more Continue reading Pain at the pump – and at the grocery store – hits hard in southeastern North Carolina

Sarah NagemJune 21, 2022June 21, 2022

News

Ivey Schofield rejoins Border Belt Independent staff

Ivey Schofield has rejoined the Border Belt Independent as a reporter focusing primarily on Bladen and Columbus counties. Read more Continue reading Ivey Schofield rejoins Border Belt Independent staff

Border Belt IndependentJune 14, 2022June 14, 2022

News

Push for a public pool: How drownings have reignited an old fight in Columbus County

Two people have drowned in Lake Waccamaw in the last month. Their deaths have reignited the push for a public pool in Columbus County, NC.Read more Continue reading Push for a public pool: How drownings have reignited an old fight in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022

News

Columbus County nonprofit needs a new shelter for domestic violence survivors

Soon the Columbus County domestic violence shelter will be demolished, but one nonprofit is still fighting to keep survivors safe.
Read more Continue reading Columbus County nonprofit needs a new shelter for domestic violence survivors

Ivey SchofieldJune 10, 2022June 10, 2022

Border Belt Independent

Journalism For The Greater Good in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson & Scotland Counties

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North Carolina’s Border Belt lags behind in COVID booster shots. Here’s what to know

Her mission: Help small businesses get started and succeed in Columbus County

Need help feeding your family? Here are some resources in North Carolina’s Border Belt

‘Really make a difference.’ Roadside food pantry helps fill need in Columbus County

What to know about abortion in North Carolina’s Border Belt

Where are the news gaps in southeastern NC? Take a survey to make your voice heard

Pain at the pump – and at the grocery store – hits hard in southeastern North Carolina

Ivey Schofield rejoins Border Belt Independent staff

Push for a public pool: How drownings have reignited an old fight in Columbus County

Columbus County nonprofit needs a new shelter for domestic violence survivors