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Medicaid rejection worries SeHealth
Bob Shiles Staff writer LUMBERTON — The state’s decision to block Medicaid expansion under the federal government’s overhaul of health care will force hospitals such as Southeastern Regional Medical Center to find new ways to absorb the cost of providing services to the indigent and uninsured, according to Southeastern Health’s chief financial officer. C. Thomas Johnson III, also the company’s vice president of finance, told The Robeson...
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County board meeting canceled; 4 commissioners go to Washington
Bob Shiles Staff writer LUMBERTON — The Robeson County Board of Commissioners will not hold its regular monthly meeting Monday because four commissioners will be attending the annual National Association of Counties Legislative Conference in Washington. The conference began Saturday and continues through Wednesday. Some of the commissioners attend the conference every year, County Manager Ricky Harris said. This year the commissioners a...
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‘Chili’ weather just perfect for Rumba by the Lumber
Adelina Shee Staff writer LUMBERTON — The slight chill in the weather and the gray skies did little to dampen the warm spirits of the crowd that filled downtown Lumberton on Saturday during the 14th annual Rumba on the Lumber. In fact, the weather was perfect for a run and some chili. “Once I get the adrenaline pumping and watch the people running next to me, that will warm me up,” said David Leek, a Pembroke resident and former membe...
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26 local farmers honored at banquet
Adelina Shee Staff writer LUMBERTON — The Robeson County Crop Promotion Association honored 26 local farmers, families and farms during its 45th annual awards and recognition banquet last week at the Southeastern North Carolina Agricultural Events Center. “I would say that if you took all those names and list them, that’s the Robeson County Hall of Fame,” Everett Davis, retired county Extension director, said Tuesday while giving a revi...
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Crime Reports
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Theft LUMBERTON — Michael Burman Bare, of North McMillan Avenue, reported on Wednesday that someone stole $770 worth of items from his vehicle, according to a police report. LUMBERTON — Jia...
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Thefts LUMBERTON — Aaron Leige, of Nevada Street, reported on Monday that someone stole his North Carolina registration placard valued at $201, according to a police report. LUMBERTON — Jose...
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Thefts LUMBERTON — Isis Andrea Goodson, of East Ninth Street, reported on Tuesday that someone stole $10,869 worth of items from her home, according to a police report. LUMBERTON — Michelle ...
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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...
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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 ...
May 19, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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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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Charla Parker
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
The Robesonian can help reach out through digital means
May 15, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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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, ...
May 13, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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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...
May 04, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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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
Curly
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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Pirate
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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Yogi
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...
Apr 28, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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Sake
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...
Apr 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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