MONROE — The NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources approved the application of a historical marker for Robert F. Williams.

Jails in North Carolina’s Border Belt have repeatedly failed state inspections, racking up violations that include improper supervision, unsanitary conditions and fire hazards, an investigation by a statewide advocacy group shows.

CORDOVA — Cordova Middle School held its National Junior Beta Club installation, Wednesday, December 14, 2022, for new members in a morning ceremony attended by administrators, CMS Beta advisors, faculty, family, and friends.

LAURINBURG — A son of a Laurinburg native is among UNC-Chapel Hill’s newest class of inductees to Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.

ROCKINGHAM — Losing a child is the worst thing that can happen to a parent — that’s where M.E.G. (Mothers Experiencing Grief) serves as an outlet for mothers to come together to grieve and heal together.

LAURINBURG — A Maxton man was arrested Monday after being caught stealing Red Bull.

ROCKINGHAM — Deputies were alerted to the railroad tracks between South Street. and 9th Avenue Aleo in East Rockingham about a baby lying there.

LAUREL HILL — A man has been arrested for kidnapping, among other charges, after a bomb squad was called on his residence during a domestic situation.