Stay informed with today’s top stories impacting Moore County and beyond. From ensuring the safety of our schools to addressing crime and expanding veteran support, here’s what you need to know.
First, authorities in Scotland County have traced social media threats against Laurel Hill Elementary and Carver Middle Schools to overseas sources. Thankfully, the threats were deemed not credible, and thanks to a vigilant student reporting it, extra safety measures remain in place to reassure families. Read more about the Scotland County school threat here.
In local crime news, two Greensboro men were arrested in connection to multiple convenience store break-ins across Moore County and the state. Facing multiple felony charges, this case underscores ongoing law enforcement efforts to keep communities secure. Learn the details about the break-ins arrests here.
And in health news, North Carolina launches an expanded resource for veteran mental health with the Connections Recovery Support app. This free bilingual app offers 24/7 peer support and recovery tools to help North Carolina’s 615,000+ veterans thrive. Find out how the app works and upcoming training and peer huddle events. Explore the veteran support initiative here.