Dec. 31 Is Last Day To Have Contributions Matched
If you donate before Dec. 31, your tax-deductible contribution up to $1,000 will be doubled by NewsMatch, a journalism philanthropy group.
Border Belt Independent Wins Grant from NC Local News Lab Fund
The NC Local News Lab Fund’s second round of 2025 grants supports a wide range of trusted communicators working in North Carolina.
Journalist Morgan Casey Joins Border Belt Independent
Casey will cover health topics impacting southeastern North Carolina, from physician shortages to the opioid crisis.
Border Belt Independent Wins Awards from North Carolina Press Association
The news outlet won third place for general excellence in the online division. General excellence is the highest award given by the NCPA.
Annual fund drive begins; donations matched through Dec. 31
Stories with impact. That’s the mission of the Border Belt Independent as we write about the challenges and triumphs of the people of Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties. But we need your help to continue the kind of reporting you’ve come to expect from our dedicated journalists. NewsMatch, a national journalism philanthropy, will match…