School buses are returning to roads across the Sandhills as thousands of students begin the 2026–2027 school year.
Monday is the first day of classes for traditional-calendar students in Hoke, Richmond and Cumberland counties. Moore County Schools will welcome students back Wednesday, August 26.
Drivers should prepare for additional traffic around campuses, neighborhood bus stops and school zones during the morning and afternoon commutes. Motorists are reminded to slow down, avoid distractions and remain alert for children walking or bicycling to school…