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Pembroke chamber holds networking even Thursday
PEMBROKE — The Pembroke Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Networking After Hours event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday. The event, which will be at the Locklear Winery located at 1872 Preston Road in Maxton, is an opportunity for business professionals to network and discuss economic development in Robeson County. There will be refreshments, music and a free wine tasting. For information, call the Pembroke Chamber office at 910...
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Florida man killed in U.S. 74 accident
LUMBERTON — A 48-year-old Florida man was killed and four people, including a 3-month-old child, were injured in a single-vehicle accident on Saturday. According to a report by Trooper B.K. Covington of the state Highway Patrol, the victim, Joseph Frank Carroll, of 16850 S. Glades Drive, Apt. 8, North Miami Beach, Fla., was the only person not restrained by a safety harness. The report said that Carroll was driving a 1992 Ford Sport Utili...
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Crime report
Theft LUMBERTON — Patricia Dean, of Sterling Drive, reported on Friday that someone caused $500 worth of damage to the door of her car, according to a police report. LUMBERTON — Mary Atkinson, of Sanchez Drive, reported on Saturday that someone caused $100 worth of damage to her 2007 Gold Ford Taurus, according to a police report. LUMBERTON — Mary Locklear, of Riverside Boulevard, reported on Saturday that someone caused $125 worth of...
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County budget work begins soon
LUMBERTON — The county commissioners are expected to receive a copy of County Manager Ricky Harris’ proposed budget Monday, but the plan is not included on an agenda for their regular meeting that night. The commissioners have tentatively planned a budget workshop for Thursday, during which discussions are expected to begin. The new budget takes effect July 1. Board of Commissioners Chairman Noah Woods has said that the commissioners woul...
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Crime Reports
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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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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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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...
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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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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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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
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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
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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