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Robeson County denies request for explosives disposal training facility near Rowland

ROWLAND — The Robeson County Board of Commissioners unanimously denied a request Monday to allow an explosives disposal training facility in a swampy area near Rowland.

It was tough’: WWII veterans return to Utah Beach to commemorate D-Day

ON UTAH BEACH, France — Looking at the vastness of Utah Beach, its sand blowing in strong wind and bright sunshine, made Robert Gibson’s memory of D-Day even more vivid.

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PSRC, first responders encourage children to have a safe summer

LUMBERTON — The Public Schools of Robeson County and local first responders have teamed up to share safety tips for you and your family to have a safe and happy summer!

Remembering D-Day: Key facts and figures about epochal World War II invasion

OMAHA BEACH, France — The D-Day invasion that helped change the course of World War II was unprecedented in scale and audacity. As veterans and world dignitaries commemorate the 79th anniversary of the operation, here’s a look at some details about what happened:

It was tough’: WWII veterans return to Utah Beach to commemorate D-Day

ON UTAH BEACH, France — Looking at the vastness of Utah Beach, its sand blowing in strong wind and bright sunshine, made Robert Gibson’s memory of D-Day even more vivid.

Robeson County denies request for explosives disposal training facility near Rowland

ROWLAND — The Robeson County Board of Commissioners unanimously denied a request Monday to allow an explosives disposal training facility in a swampy area near Rowland.

$75,000 reward offered in deaths of Lumberton women

LUMBERTON — The FBI is offering a reward of up to $75,000 for information leading to the discovery and apprehension of those responsible for the deaths of three women.

Pet of the Week

Mario is a 3-year-old male neutered cat available for adoption at the Robeson County Animal Shelter. He is up to date on all vaccines and is litter trained. He is very affectionate and loves human companionship. His adoption fee is $25. The shelter is open to the public for adoptions and visitations 1-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Local gas prices calming to around $3.15 per gallon

LUMBERTON — The price of gas in Robeson County has taken drivers on a wild during the past few weeks, before finally settling down to average around $3.15 per gallon.

Lumberton FFA members honored during awards banquet

LUMBERTON — The Lumberton FFA Chapter held its 23rd Annual FFA Awards Banquet on May 25 at the Southeastern Agricultural Center with 332 members, guests and sponsors in attendance.

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