

Is recreation the key to growth in southeastern North Carolina?
Some southeastern North Carolina counting hope new recreational opportunities will lure visitors and lead to growth. Read more Continue reading Is recreation the key to growth in southeastern North Carolina?

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

‘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

Scotland County lowers property tax rate, but it’s still the highest in North Carolina
Scotland County’s new budget has a property tax rate of 99 cents per $100 of value. While the rate has steadily dropped over the years, it remains the highest in North Carolina. Read more Continue reading Scotland County lowers property tax rate, but it’s still the highest in North Carolina

Free and cheap stuff to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt
Here are some free and cheap things to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt. Read more Continue reading Free and cheap stuff to do this summer in North Carolina’s Border Belt

North Carolina sheriffs carry clout when defending officers at risk of losing their badges
When North Carolina sheriffs make pleas to a state commission dominated by other sheriffs, employees with job troubles are more likely to keep their jobs.
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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

Weight loss can be a struggle in rural NC. Just ask these ‘Biggest Loser’ contestants
Nearly six years after they appeared on “The Biggest Loser,” a mother-duo from Bladen County reflects on weight loss and motivation. Read more Continue reading Weight loss can be a struggle in rural NC. Just ask these ‘Biggest Loser’ contestants

NC town set to cease existence as state treasurer calls for criminal charges
The district attorney for Scotland County has so far declined to pursue a criminal case against East Laurinburg’s financial officer. Read more Continue reading NC town set to cease existence as state treasurer calls for criminal charges

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