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Fairmont votes 4 to 2 against sale of alcohol at public events
FAIRMONT — The Fairmont Board of Commissioners on Thursday voted to keep the town’s parks and recreation areas dry during public events. The commissioners had twice discussed a proposed ordinance that would have allowed the sale of alcohol at town parks and recreational facilities, but did not take action. On Thursday, in a 4 to 2 vote, the commissioners decided not to amend an ordinance to provide for alcohol sales by vendors who were prop...
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Mobile home dealer banned
RALEIGH — A Robeson County manufactured home dealer that sold unsafe homes and failed to deliver homes that had been paid for is now banned from the business, according to the state Attorney General’s Office. Customers who believe they were scammed by McMillian Properties of Shannon have the opportunity to try to recoup some of their losses. According to a statement from Attorney General Roy Cooper, the business, owned by Bradley and Sherry...
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Autopsy confirms body’s ID
LUMBERTON — An autopsy has confirmed the identity of a body pulled this weekend from a well, and also determined that person died from a gunshot wound. According to sheriff’s Maj. Anthony Thompson, the autopsy, which was done by the state Medical Examiner’s Office, concluded that the dead person was Bruce Lee Hunt, of 370 Ferenwood Circle, Lumberton. Thompson said that the report showed that Hunt died from a a single gunshot to the head. ...
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Senate Republicans’ tax plan includes cuts, taxing services
RALEIGH — As Senate Republicans unveiled more details about their long-awaited tax overhaul proposal on Tuesday, they said lowering income tax rates and expanding the scope of the sales tax is fair to all, would boost the state’s economy and cut taxes for most people. But critics say poor people will pay more overall. The three-year plan would reduce individual and corporate income tax rates, as well as slightly drop the combined state and ...
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Crime Reports

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Vandalism FAIRMONT — Regina Scott Verner, of Oakdale Church Road, reported on Sunday that someone caused $500 worth of damage to her car, $900 worth of damage to her home and stole a 32-inch ...

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Vandalism LUMBERTON — Glenda Rose Thomas, of W.D. Locklear Road, reported on Tuesday that someone caused $500 worth of damage to a Coca-Cola vending machine, according to a police report. L...

May 15, 2013 | 0

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Arson LUMBERTON — Barbara Cruce, of North Roberts Avenue, reported Saturday that someone set fire to her car at her home, according to a police report. Cruce found what appeared to be pine str...

May 13, 2013 | 0

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Vandalism LUMBERTON — Jimmie Hughes, of Meadow Road, reported on Wednesday that a relative came to his house angry and kicked in a screen door, causing $80 damage, according to a police report...

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Theft LUMBERTON — Dora Oxendine, of Eaglewood Loop, reported on Thursday that someone broke into her locked SUV at a Walmart and stole a laptop valued at $700, according to a police report. ...

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Education

Madison Batten, of Leland, was recently presented with a plaque recognizing her as the Academic Excellence Award winner. Pictured are, from left, Edwin Madden Jr., State Community College Board Member and Elizabethtown Town Manager, Batten, Academic Excellence Award Recipient and her parents, Melanie and Tommy Batten. Photo contributed.

May a time to celebrate at RCC
At a recent ceremony on campus, Robeson Community College President Pamela Hilbert said that May is a month of celebration for the college. If you wonder why she might say that, consider all that ...

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Pembroke Middle School honor roll
PEMBROKE — Pembroke Middle School School has released its honor roll for the third nine-week period. For grade 6 A, Montserrat Arellano, Jonahthan Blue, Pacey Brooks, Nadia Clark, Jaron Cummings...

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Fairmont native receives national teaching honor
FUQUAY-VARINA — Charla Parker, a Fairmont native and former St. Pauls High School tennis coach, was recently honored as the National Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Parker has been the p...

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Briefs for May 12, 2013
FAYETTEVILLE — Jarrett Lewis will represent Fayetteville State University at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Leadership Institute Conference and Recruitment Fair. Lewis is the son of Reginald...

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Agricultural

Christy Strickland, Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent with North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Robeson County Center.

Commit to being smart about tax refund
Get the most out of your tax refund this year by developing a plan. Make a commitment to enjoy part of the money. Be smart, and use the rest for practical purposes. Allocate 80 percent of your ref...

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Health briefs
SMRC to hold 2 forums LUMBERTON — Southeastern Regional Medical Center will host two community meetings to gather information for its board of trustees to use during a strategic planning meeting...

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Ag/Business briefs for March 1, 2012
Flea market reopens FAIRMONT — Fairmont is reopening its flea market March 31 at 7 a.m. on the museum ground next to the post office. There is no charge for vendors, who must provide their own...

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Oct. 8 is the day for diaper derby, steaks
LUMBERTON — The Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair offers even the smallest of fair-goers the chance to take home a prize. The 35th annual Diaper Derby will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 8 at t...

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Business

New apps offered for advertisers
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RCC holds business workshon on Wednesday
LUMBERTON —The Small Business Center at Robeson Community College will hold the first of a four workshops from 3 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday in the Workforce Development Center located on the main camp...

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Cowboy Up returns to Horse Festival
LUMBERTON — Cowboy Up returns to the Southeastern North Carolina Agriculture Events Center on Friday and continues through May 19. The event, sponsored by the North Carolina Horse Council, is pa...

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St. Pauls chamber honors service
ST. PAULS — The St. Pauls Chamber of Commerce at its annual banquet last week honored six people for their service to the town. Suzanne Malloy, outgoing chamber president, on Monday was presente...

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Health

Southeastern Health holds free health fair on Saturday
LUMBERTON — A free health fair for people of all ages will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Southeastern Health Mall, which is located on the campus of Biggs Park Mall. The event, ...

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SRMC receives award for heart attack care
LUMBERTON — Southeastern Regional Medical Center, affiliated with Southeastern Health, has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award. T...

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Health briefs
LUMBERTON — Southeastern Mobile Medical will be stationed at the following locations at the dates listed: Wednesday, May 16 and May 22, LRDA, Pembroke; Thursday, Beauty Spot United Methodist Churc...

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Crichlow certified in surgical technique
Dr. Lya Crichlow, a general surgeon with Southeastern Surgical Center, is the latest Southeastern Health physician to be trained on the da Vinci Surgical System. Dr. Crichlow joins Dr. Samuel Cumm...

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Pet of the Week

Pet of the week for 19 May, 2013
Curly is a young male kitten. He is a beautiful orange tabby and has a stubby tail. Curly is up to date on his vaccines and loves to play. To see Curly and the other pets, visit the Robeson County...

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Pet of the week for 5 May, 2013
Pirate is a rambunctious puppy, about 8 months old. He appears to be a shepard/terrior mix and is very playful, with lots of love to share. Pirate has been de-wormed, and his vaccines are current....

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Pet of the week for 28 April, 2013
Yogi is a border collie mix, about 2 years old. He is already neutered and vetted. He is housebroken and loves to play, but does not like cats. Neuter is mandatory with adoption and is free to Rob...

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Pet of the week for 21 April, 2013
Contributed Sake is a 9-month-old Beagle mix who weighs about 20 pounds. Sake is up-to-date on vaccines and loves running around and playing. To see Sake and the other pets, visit the Robeson Co...

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