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State approves International Tie Disposal’s permit application

HAMLET — The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality on Tuesday approved International Tie Disposal’s application for a synthetic minor permit, which will allow the company to move forward with construction of a facility that will bring an estimated 55 jobs and $12 million in investment to the county but which caused nearby residents to fear damage to their health, quality of life, and a decrease in property values.

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Hamlet again cancels July 4th fireworks citing money, COVID concerns

HAMLET — The Hamlet City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to not hold their traditional Fourth of July fireworks show for the second year in a row due to financial concerns stemming from April 2020 when the county switched to an ad valorem sales tax distribution method, causing significant loss of sales tax revenue for the city.

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State approves International Tie Disposal’s permit application

HAMLET — The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality on Tuesday approved International Tie Disposal’s application for a synthetic minor permit, which will allow the company to move forward with construction of a facility that will bring an estimated 55 jobs and $12 million in investment to the county but which caused nearby residents to fear damage to their health, quality of life, and a decrease in property values.

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Dobbins Heights partners with developers, nonprofit to address town’s needs

DOBBINS HEIGHTS — The Town of Dobbins Heights last week agreed to move forward with two long-term projects that could reshape the community for years to come.

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Suspect rammed Airport fence, stole diesel fuel

ROCKINGHAM — The Richmond County Airport was robbed and had it’s grounds damaged Wednesday night. No arrests have yet been made in the case.

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Rockingham man charged in murder of juvenile

ROCKINGHAM — The Rockingham Police Department has charged a Rockingham man with murder in the death of a minor reported last month.

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