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It’s time: Real change in Scotland County starts with neighbors helping neighbor

Laurinburg · Laurinburg

It’s time: Real change in Scotland County starts with neighbors helping neighbor

This June, while the nation marked National Homeownership Month, Scotland County did more than reflect — we acted. In a community where nearly 40% of residents rent and our homeownership rate lags behind the state at just 57.9%, we know the stakes are high. Too many of our neighbors live in unsafe, aging homes they can’t afford to repair. Too many families are locked out of the dream of owning a… Source Read Article

New era for Fighting Scots varsity boys basketball

Basketball · Laurinburg

New era for Fighting Scots varsity boys basketball

LAURINBURG — The Fighting Scots varsity basketball team has been a basketball program since 1967. Over their lengthy history, the Scots have had a number of successful players join the program; three of them were named All-District 8 by the North Carolina Basketball Coaches Association in the 2017–2018 campaign. The Scots have demonstrated a strong commitment to the community and have been the… Source Read Article

Hooligans Brady Hendrix named East Region-All Star Starter

Laurinburg · Laurinburg

Hooligans Brady Hendrix named East Region-All Star Starter

LAURINBURG — After only being established for no longer than a month. The Highland Hooligans are making headlines. The Hooligans announced via their X account that third baseman Brady Hendrix has been named a East Region-All Star Starter. Hendrix’s batting average through 12 games has been uplifting for the Hooligans. In their matchup against the Hope Mills Rockfish on June 6… Source Read Article

Scotland County to host Hall of Fame induction ceremony

LAURINBURG — After years of anticipation, Scotland County is honoring its legacy with its first-ever Hall of Fame induction. The Scotland County Sports Association was formed to help honor the legends in Scotland County’s long, rich history. The induction will be held on August 16 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the I.E.J. Community Center in Laurinburg, NC. The induction will include seven inductees… SourceHall of Fame · Laurinburg Read Article

Hooligans comeback dreams melts away

LAURINBURG — In the smoldering heat, the Highland Hooligans watched their hope melt away as the Shallotte Shallywags entered Legion Park and escaped with a 10-9 victory. It was one of those nights for the Hooligans when nothing could go right. Whether it was the pitcher being substituted early, players being ejected, umpires making controversial calls, or the offense failing to produce… SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

Youth Volleyball comes to Scotland County

LAURINBURG — This summer offers young female athletes between the ages of 9 and 15 the opportunity to spike their way to success. In Scotland County, volleyball is making its way into town, with the arrival of volleyball at Scotland County Parks and Recreation. This is the ideal opportunity, as volleyball is officially here. A great opportunity is being presented by Scotland County Parks & SourceVolleyball · Laurinburg Read Article

NWS issues extreme heat watch for Scotland Co.

LAURINBURG — The National Weather Service is advising residents in Scotland County and surrounding areas to take precautions as an extreme heat watch goes into effect from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening. The NWS has also issued a heat advisory from 11 a.m. Monday to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, prior to the extreme heat watch going into effect. During the extreme heat advisory… SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

City Council OKs $44M budget

LAURINBURG — The Laurinburg City Council approved a $44 million budget that includes another water and sewer rate hike as part of a five-year plan. During a public hearing, no one spoke for or against the budget, which totals $44,438,023, combining the city’s four funds — General Fund ($11,714,033), Electric Fund ($18,336,501), Water and Sewer Fund ($11,088,773), and the Solid Waste Fund ($3,298… SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

More broadband access coming to Scotland Co.

LAURINBURG — Hoke and Scotland Counties have both been selected to receive additional broadband service through a Completing Access to Broadband (CAB) Award. The purpose of the CAB program is to “deploy broadband service to currently unserved and underserved households and businesses,” according to the NC Division of Broadband and Digital Opportunity. At this time… SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

Retired UNCP professor Schneider named Top Scholar

PEMBROKE — Robert (Bob) Schneider, a retired professor from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, has been named a 2024 Top Scholar by ScholarGPS, a data analytics platform that analyzes global research output and ranks scholars based on productivity, impact and collaboration in specific fields. The recognition places him among the top 0.5% of scholars worldwide in emergency management. SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

Back to the basics for the Fighting Scots

LAURINBURG — The Scotland Fighting Scots held their annual seven-on-seven practice in the early mornings on Wednesday at Scotland High School. It was the second scrimmage the Scots had had after a long off-season. The scrimmage included the junior varsity and varsity teams from Scotland High School versus St. Paul’s and Greys Creek. With all three programs focused on improvement… SourceLaurinburg · Laurinburg Read Article

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