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Hamlet Police catch man after high speed chase
A high speed chase that began in Hamlet and ended in Laurinburg resulted in an arrest Wednesday night, police said. Jason Dale Langley, 34, of Red Springs, was arrested and charged with fleeing to elude arrest after he failed to stop when a Hamlet Police officer attempted to pull him over, according to police. The incident began when the Hamlet Police Department received a call about a disturbance at 122 Hamlet Avenue at 6:30 p.m., accord...
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Dawn M. Kurry | Daily Journal Officers lower the flag to half-mast in honor of law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Peace Officers remembered
Law enforcement officers representing all of Richmond County’s law enforcement departments gathered by the steps of the Richmond County Courthouse at 11 a.m. Thursday morning to honor men and women in uniform, and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. After opening the ceremony with remarks from Richmond County Sheriff James E. Clemmons Jr., the Sheriff’s Office received a plaque from Richmond County Commissioner John Garner, di...
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Contributed photo After the first death by West Nile Virus in North Carolina, officials are urging people to take care of standing water and prevent exposure to mosquitoes.
Experts urge residents to take measures against mosquitoes
It’s time once again to step up the battle against mosquitoes. There are many things to enjoy in the spring, but mosquitoes are not one of them and especially not this year. Experts across the region are predicting an especially fierce mosquito season again this year due to the warm winter we experienced, and in many areas the infestations have already started. According to the North Carolina Mosquito and Vector Control Association, mosqu...
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Contributed photo The Friends of the Hamlet Library made it possible for this mother to win a Mother's Day basket from their fundraiser raffle. From left to right, Carmella Johnson, River Meacham, Pam Meacham, Natalie Meacham, and Sara Meacham.
Friends of Hamlet Library hold raffle
Friends of the Hamlet Public Library recently held their spring fund raiser. They raffled off a Mother’s Day basket filled with items donated by the Friends of the Library, Walmart, Belk, and Café Main Street. The raffle was held on May 9, 2013. The winner was 10-year-old River Meacham from First Presbyterian Day School in Hamlet. The Friends of the Hamlet Public Library sponsors fundraisers and a book sale throughout the year to help benef...
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John Formica
Expert shares tips to take control of work day
How would you like to learn how to seize control of your workday, instead of allowing work stress to beat you down? John Formica’s seminar, “Secrets to Taking Control of Your Workday. Reduce Stress, Be More Productive and Make Your Day a Little More Magical,” may be just what you’re looking for. Formica, an “Ex-Disney Guy” known in many circles as “America’s Customer Experience Coach,” will be returning to the Richmond Community College c...
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Cancer Survivors Day scheduled for June 2
PINEHURST — Organizers of 2013 National Cancer Survivors Day events hope that each survivor, relative, friend or cancer care provider who participates in the day’s activities will leave feeling like a “star” after the day of celebration. The focus will be on them and on their role in cancer survivorship. Those attending the June 2 event hosted by the cancer care staff at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital will have the opportunity to put t...
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FSA urges Richmond County producers enroll in DCP/ACRE
USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Juan M. Garcia encouraged Richmond County farmers and producers to enroll for the 2013 Direct and Counter-Cyclical Payment Program (DCP) or the Average Crop Revenue Election Program (ACRE) before the deadline. “We understand that Richmond County producers have gotten busy, but they can’t forget to visit their county office and sign up for DCP or ACRE,” said Garcia. “Just as farmers plan their spr...
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Contributed photo DiVine VII Praise Band of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church members pictured from left to right (front row): Montrelle Covington, William "Billy" Ingram, Carol "Yvonne" Capel, Terrel Everette. From left to right (back row): ValJean Hargrove, Tyrone Jones & Tionda Jones
Praise band goes to competition
A local praise band is competing in a gospel music competition for best gospel talent on the East Coast. DiVine VII, a praise band made up of seven members from Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Rockingham, is one of many bands selected by L.J. Brown Enterprises to take the stage in this regional competition at Hill Song Church in Chapel Hill on Saturday, May 25, at 5 p.m. The event is open to the public. Admission tickets in advance for adults...
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Contributed photo Cloverbud Ava Berry canoes during last year's 4-H Summer Fun & Adventures.
4-H Summer Fun & Adventures registration open
Next month, kids will get to do all the fun outdoor adventures you may recall doing when you were growing up, like canoeing. Registration is now under way for 4-H Summer Fun & Adventures, which consists of a series of educational activities designed to make the most of summer vacation by encouraging youth to learn with productive activities that are fun. Activities will be held from June 17 to Aug. 7. 4-H Summer Fun & Adventures is open t...
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Contributed photo Bill Kempffer (left) of Deep River Sporting Clays & Shooting School presents Rick Mitchell (far right) of the North Carolina Youth Shooting Foundation with a donation of $1,180. This money was donated by both organizations to encourage the participation in the shooting sports by NC youth.
Proceeds from Southern Side by Side Weekend benefit charity
Annually celebrating vintage American gunmakers, 2013 marked the 10th Challenge Cup between the L.C. Smith Gun Collectors Association and the Parker Gun Collectors Association during the Southern Side by Side weekend, April 26-28. Proceeds from this event benefit a different charity each year. Bill Kempffer of Deep River Sporting Clays & Shooting School presented Rick Mitchell of the North Carolina Youth Shooting Foundation with a donation ...
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