Life
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Work begins at Blewett Falls Dam (Part 2)
In 1905 when Hugh McRae began his new company (Rockingham Power Co.) He was quoted as saying that his new company would be the ‘The great emancipator’ of the region, causing industrialization and prosperity all the way to the coast.”
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Scraps to Soil Amendment: The benefits of compost
Sandy soil can be difficult to grow in because of the coarse texture that creates large spaces between soil particles. This allows for quick drainage, lack of nutrient holding capacity, and provides poor conditions for beneficial microorganisms. Many of our vegetable and ornamental plants are not well adapted to these…
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Ringing in the new year
Discovery Place Kids-Rockingham had their annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration on Sunday that was fun for the whole family.
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Early years at Blewett Falls (Part 1)
Our story began at a place on Pee Dee River that was and now called Blewett Falls. Native Americans used this fall of the river to trap and catch food. The falls were later named by William Blewett (Bluit) Sr. William was born in England in 1719 and died and…
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USDA updates plant hardiness zone map
If you are an avid gardener or farmer, chances are you have looked at the USDA’s Plant Hardiness Zone Map a time or two. In November, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released an updated version of its Plant Hardiness Zone Map (PHZM), and this is the first update of…
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A quick pit stop before Christmas
Santa Claus and the Grinch made a quick visit to the Derby Fire Department in advance of Christmas this year!
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“Tiny”, the Repo-Man
The other week I was down around Hogback Street visiting my buddy, John. Ol’ John is a storyteller in his own right, yes-sir-re bob. Why he can hang in there with the best of them.
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Hamlet Police recognize officers
Major Marc Terry (retired) received this year’s “Chief’s Award” by the Hamlet Police Department. This award is chosen by the Chief of Police and awarded to individuals who go above and beyond their required duties.
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Whether the Weather
The summer and fall of 2023 was one of the driest in recent years, though there was considerable variability throughout the state, and even at the county level.
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A Merry Christmas to Veterans
A patriotic Christmas tree can be spotted along Fairway Drive in Rockingham. Merry Christmas to all our Veterans!
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Shopping with a cop
The Rockingham Police Department’s annual Shop with a Cop took place last week at Walmart. The RPD would like to thank everyone who donated for the program.
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Spreading Christmas cheer
There was a great turnout for the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Toy Parade through the Cordova community. The RCSO wanted to thank Cordova Fire & Rescue, and of course Santa, for partnering with them for the event to spread some Christmas cheer.
