Robeson Co. deputies investigating fatal shooting of Shannon man
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — Homicide investigators with the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) are investigating the death of a Shannon man who was found dead Thursday night. At approximately 11:12 p.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a report of a shooting at 323 Lyndsey Lane. Upon arrival, they...
Medicaid is a parachute for many NC residents; our leaders should help protect it...
When I bump into neighbors at the Fayetteville farmers market or greet nurses at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, no one asks about the fine print of “Section 1902 of the Social Security Act.” They ask whether their child can still get insulin, whether an aging parent can keep the home-care aide who helps him dress,...
Celebrate Independence Day in Fayetteville
As the home of Fort Bragg, one of the largest military bases in the United States, Fayetteville, N.C. and its surrounding communities are eager to celebrate living in the land of the free because of the brave. As Independence Day fast approaches, celebrate your patriotism and check out one or more of the celebrations...
Firefighter falls 21 feet while putting out a fire in NC home
According to Vander Fire Chief Richard Bradshaw, the fall happened at a house on Halibut Street when the Vander Fire Department was called after lightning struck the house.
In Red Springs, a flaming robo-vacuum raises concerns about the electric system
Editor’s Notre: This story was copublished by Inside Climate News and The Assembly. RED SPRINGS — Early one ev
Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2025: Meet Sylvia Glanton
Sylvia Glanton, 34, of Fayetteville, is the founder and CEO of Personameant Solutions LLC and the Future Rich Aunties Community. She was nominated for 40 Under 40 because “Sylvia Glanton is a visionary, a community builder, and a servant leader whose impact is deeply felt across the Fayetteville region,” nominator...
Fayetteville police investigate deadly afternoon shooting
It appears that the victim and the shooter knew each other, police said.
Big explosion as lightning hits pickup
A lightning strike caused a big explosion, igniting a pickup truck fire. A neighbor noticed the truck on fire and called 911 during Friday’s storms. Prior to the Southern Pines Fire Department’s arrival at the home, the truck reportedly exploded into flames due to a lightning strike. The...
Wendy Chavis Locklear crowned Senior Ms. Lumbee 2025-2026
Wendy Chavis Locklear was crowned June 20 as the Senior Ms. Lumbee 2025-2026. Locklear is a native of the Evans Crossing Community.
NC dog dies by hanging while trying to jump out of hot car, owner...
Southern Pines police say a window was cracked, but the temperature inside the car was 114 degrees.
