Local Government Commission Takes Over Rowland’s Finances
The watchdog group said the Robeson County town did not have a strong enough long-term plan to fix its money troubles.
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.
Climate Change’s Compounding Pressures on Rural N.C.
Areas like Robeson County face some of the greatest climate risks, but have fewer resources to cope.
Robeson County Parents Say Teacher Threw Objects at Students
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two parents say a fifth-grade teacher at Pembroke Elementary acted aggressively.
Chemours to Pay $455 Million for Fayetteville Works Contamination
The company will pay the sum over the next 15 years for contamination caused by its plant on the border of Cumberland and Bladen counties.
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.
State Issues Warning to Rowland Over Finances
The Robeson County town has been on the Local Government Commission’s watch list for years.
More Robeson County Coverage
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.
Out-of-State Police Search UNC Pembroke’s Flock Cameras, Records Show
A Wilmington attorney wanted to know who was accessing surveillance footage on the college campus. The answer surprised him.
Remembering the Life and Death of Sara Graham
A 911 dispatcher who answered a call in 2015 about a young woman’s disappearance wanted to keep her memory alive.
Dallas Woodhouse Suggested Early-Voting Changes in Columbus County, Text Shows
The state elections board will set the early-voting schedules for Columbus and Scotland counties ahead of the November election.
Data Point: Robeson County Schools Search for New Superintendent
Here’s a look at the district by the numbers as the search begins to replace Freddie Williamson, who announced his retirement in June.
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