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Person County officials confirms sixth rabies case of 2025, urges vigilance around wildlife

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Person County reported its sixth rabies exposure case this year, with a recent incident involving a bat on Rolling Hills Road leading to two confirmed exposures.Read Article

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Manager Defends Worker Who Refused Cop Service, Corporate Punishes Them Both

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After a restaurant cashier refused to serve a police officer in uniform, the manager defender her employee, arguing that they didn’t have to assist anyone they don’t like. However, after corporate heard the manager justifying the employee’s actions, they decided that she can share in her colleague’s punishment. Roxboro Sergeant Kenneth Horton was discriminated against at a North Carolina bbq restaurant, and the district manager took swift action…Read Article

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Roxboro water main break: US-501 between Weeks Dr. and Old Durham Rd reopen as crews make repairs

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US-501 between Weeks Drive and Old Durham Road will be closed for several days as crews repair a broken water main.Read Article

Carolina Community Academy marks 3 years of collaboration | UNC-Chapel Hill

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On Saturday mornings, kindergartner Bentley Trujillo tells his mom, “I’ve got to go to school today,” even though he doesn’t. That’s because he enjoys the Carolina Community Academy so much. “He comes home every day talking about all the teachers and his conversations with the lunch ladies,” said Selena Trujillo. “I love how passionate and intentional they are. If they see a child needs something or is struggling, they’ll take the time to make s…Education · Roxboro Read Article

Roxboro Independence Day Parade and Fireworks - Triangle on the Cheap

The City of Roxboro, NC, in Person County, is hosting two 4th of July celebrations, a parade and a fireworks show. Independence Day Parade On Friday, July 4, 2025, at 10 a.m., there will be a 4th of July parade on Main Street. Bring your flags, wear your stars and stripes, and line the streets for one of Roxboro’s favorite holiday traditions. Fireworks City of Roxboro’s fireworks show takes place Saturday, July 5, 2025, at dusk, at Person High…Parade · Roxboro Read Article

Person County DSS report highlights need for change, following death of toddler in foster care

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A newly released report highlights both strengths and significant areas for improvement within Person County's Department of Social Services. This comes one month after the death of 1-year-old Kemari Morgan while in foster care, an investigation that is still ongoing.Person County · Person County See the Story

'My heart was crushed': Person County mom left without answers after baby's death in state custody

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ROXBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — A Roxboro mother is searching for answers after her 1-year-old baby died while in foster care. Briauna Morgan said when she got the call about her son's death, no one told her how he died. "My heart was crushed," Morgan said. "They know how I feel about my children. They know how I am. They say all the time 'you are so defensive when it comes [to your kids.]' Yeah. I am. And I'm going to stay like that." Briauna said she …Roxboro · Roxboro Read Article

Person County Sheriff's Office investigating death of 1-year-old boy

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The Person County Sheriff's Office is conducting an investigation into the death of a 1-year-old boy in Roxboro.Roxboro · Roxboro Read Article

Tobacco Associates, Inc. Board Agrees to Oppose Carve-Out of Tobacco from Duty Drawback Program

Flue-cured tobacco growers concerned that the House Reconciliation Bill threatens the majority of U.S. flue-cured demand. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Board of Directors of Tobacco Associates, Inc. (TA) a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the export of U.S. flue-cured tobacco, has agreed to formally oppose language in the Reconciliation Bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that would …Person County · Person County Read Article

Roxboro Man Attacked by Coyote, Strangles Animal to Protect Himself

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James Pulliam is recovering after being attacked by a coyote on Somerset Drive Friday night. He said he strangled the animal to protect himself.Animals · Roxboro See the Story

Prudent Growth Acquires 29,900-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Roxboro, North Carolina

Roxboro, N.C. — Prudent Growth Partners has acquired Shops of Roxboro Square, a 29,900-square-foot shopping center located in Roxboro, roughly 30 miles north of Durham. Prudent Growth purchased the property… The post Prudent Growth Acquires 29,900-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Roxboro, North Carolina appeared first on Shopping Center Business.Roxboro · Roxboro Read Article

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Person County officials confirms sixth rabies case of 2025, urges vigilance around wildlife

Manager Defends Worker Who Refused Cop Service, Corporate Punishes Them Both

Roxboro water main break: US-501 between Weeks Dr. and Old Durham Rd reopen as crews make repairs

Carolina Community Academy marks 3 years of collaboration | UNC-Chapel Hill

Roxboro Independence Day Parade and Fireworks - Triangle on the Cheap

Person County DSS report highlights need for change, following death of toddler in foster care

'My heart was crushed': Person County mom left without answers after baby's death in state custody

Person County Sheriff's Office investigating death of 1-year-old boy

Tobacco Associates, Inc. Board Agrees to Oppose Carve-Out of Tobacco from Duty Drawback Program

Roxboro Man Attacked by Coyote, Strangles Animal to Protect Himself

Prudent Growth Acquires 29,900-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Roxboro, North Carolina

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Carolina Community Academy marks 3 years of collaboration | UNC-Chapel Hill

Roxboro Independence Day Parade and Fireworks - Triangle on the Cheap

Person County DSS report highlights need for change, following death of toddler in foster care

'My heart was crushed': Person County mom left without answers after baby's death in state custody

Person County Sheriff's Office investigating death of 1-year-old boy

Tobacco Associates, Inc. Board Agrees to Oppose Carve-Out of Tobacco from Duty Drawback Program

Roxboro Man Attacked by Coyote, Strangles Animal to Protect Himself

Prudent Growth Acquires 29,900-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Roxboro, North Carolina