Moore County Moves Closer to Bringing Back Commercial Air Service
Moore County leaders are taking a major step toward restoring commercial airline service at the Moore County Airport. Officials are working to create a special account that would allow up to $3 million in private donations to be used as a financial guarantee for an airline willing to serve the region. The fund, known as […]
Central Carolina Cardiology Expands Heart Care with New Interventional Cardiologist in Sanford
SANFORD, NC — Patients across Lee and Moore counties now have expanded access to advanced heart care with the addition of a new interventional cardiologist at Central Carolina Cardiology. Dr. Vinod Chaubey, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, has officially joined Central Carolina Cardiology as of January 2. The practice is located in the Medical Arts Building […]
Seven Lakes Area Development Update: Hearing Postponed for Proposed 68-Lot Subdivision Near West End
WEST END, NC — A proposed neighborhood development near the Seven Lakes area will be reviewed later than originally scheduled. A public hearing tied to a proposed 68-lot subdivision planned along Holly Grove School Road in West End has been postponed and is now expected to be heard in early February. The hearing was originally […]
Moore County Road Construction 2026: Major NCDOT Projects Ramp Up on US-1, US-15-501, NC-5 and NC-211 Photo by Max Andrey SOUTHERN MOORE COUNTY, NC — Drivers should expect a major increase in roadwork in 2026 as long-planned transportation upgrades accelerate across the area. Multiple large-scale road improvement projects are expected to pick up speed in […]
Carthage Woman Charged with Felony Meth Possession After Aberdeen Walmart Theft Investigation, Police Say
ABERDEEN, N.C. — A reported larceny at the Aberdeen Walmart led to a felony drug charge after investigators say suspected stolen items and methamphetamine were found during a traffic stop. According to the Aberdeen Police Department, officers responded to a call about a larceny in progress on Aug. 24. Police said they located a vehicle […]
Moore County Firefighter and Wife Rescue Two People from Burning Car After New Year’s Day Crash
MOORE COUNTY, N.C. — A Moore County firefighter and his wife are being credited with quick action that helped save two people following a fiery crash just after midnight on New Year’s Day. Emergency crews were called to a crash at the intersection of Hilmongrove and Cameronhill roads where a vehicle had struck a tree. […]
Rockingham Speedway Sold to IHRA, Plans Announced to Revitalize “The Rock” in 2026
ROCKINGHAM, N.C. — Rockingham Speedway, the historic track known worldwide as “The Rock,” has a new owner — and new plans aimed at bringing more racing and entertainment back to Richmond County. The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has purchased Rockingham Speedway after the property had been on the market since last summer. IHRA owner […]
Moore County Local News Update: Superintendent Search, Carthage Fire, and Lawsuit at Youth Psychiatric Facility
Updated: December 23, 2025 | Market: Moore County, NC • Sandhills Region | Station: Star 102.5 FM A quick snapshot of what’s happening across Moore County and the Sandhills: Moore County Schools begins a superintendent search, a fast response contains a Carthage multifamily fire, and a lawsuit alleges abuse at a West End youth psychiatric […]
Lumbee Tribe Achieves Federal Recognition, Sparking Celebration and Debate
NORTH CAROLINA — The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has officially received federal recognition, marking a historic milestone for one of the state’s largest Native American communities. The recognition was included in the National Defense Authorization Act signed into law on December 18. Federal recognition grants Lumbee citizens access to programs related to healthcare, housing, […]
Two-Year Narcotics Investigation Leads to Major Drug Arrest in Scotland County
LAURINBURG, N.C. — A lengthy narcotics investigation in Scotland County has resulted in the arrest of a Laurinburg man and the seizure of thousands of dollars’ worth of illegal drugs. The Scotland County Sheriff’s Office announced that deputies arrested Dablenski “Hog” McNair after executing a search warrant in the 200 block of East Covington Street […]