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 […]
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 […]
Three Arrested Following Southern Pines Apartment Shooting
SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. — Three individuals, including two adults and one juvenile, have been arrested in connection with a shooting at Brookside Park Apartments that left one person injured earlier this month. According to the Southern Pines Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 5 p.m. on December 10 at the apartment complex […]
Transportation Leaders Urge Caution on Moore County Population Projections
Sandhills Daily | Transportation & Growth A careful look at growth estimates that will shape long-term roads, safety, and infrastructure planning. Local transportation leaders in southern Moore County are taking a careful approach as they review new population growth projections that will guide long-term road and infrastructure planning. The Sandhills Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMPO) recently […]
Southern Pines Housing & Industrial Site
Southern Pines Backs New Housing Options and Industrial Redevelopment The Southern Pines Town Council moved through a busy agenda this week, approving a set of zoning changes aimed at expanding housing options and greenlighting a major upgrade at a local industrial site. One of the most closely watched items was a zoning text amendment designed […]
Go Walkin’ in a Weymouth Wonderland at Boyd House This December
Weymouth Wonderland is turning the historic Boyd House into a storybook holiday escape, complete with shopping, live entertainment, and festive fun for the whole family. With twinkling decor, local makers, Santa, and more, it’s a perfect way to kick off the season together. Event overview Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities presents Weymouth Wonderland: […]
NCDMV Unveils Bold 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to Transform Customer Service
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles has launched a comprehensive strategic plan for 2026-2030 to enhance services for all residents. The plan focuses on reducing long wait times by expanding digital services such as online driver license and commercial license renewals, offering online knowledge exams, and introducing mobile IDs and an integrated app. Alongside […]