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Results: Voters decide key municipal races across Scotland County

LAURINBURG — Voters across Scotland County went to the polls Tuesday to choose leaders in several municipal races, including contested mayoral and town board seats in Gibson, Laurinburg, Wagram and Maxton.

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				                                Sam Baker Jr., a senior at Marlboro Academy, recently completed his FAA flight test and oral exam to receive his Private Pilot Certificate.
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Laurinburg teen soars, earning pilot certificate

LAURINBURG — While most teenagers worry about getting their driver’s license, a senior at Marlboro Academy aimed higher: earning his Private Pilot Certificate.

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Breaking down Scotland’s playoff victory

LAURINBURG —The Fighting Scots defeated the Terry Sanford Bulldogs, 49-40, on Friday, Nov. 14, advancing to the third round of the playoffs. Here’s a quick breakdown of how Scotland pulled off the win:

McLean sets record as Fighting Scots advance in playoffs

LAURINBURG —Michael McLean rushed for 278 yards and set a Scotland High School record with seven touchdowns as the Fighting Scots defeated the Terry Sanford Bulldogs 49-40 on Friday, Nov.14, advancing to the third round of the playoffs.

Fantasy football weekly with Travis Petty Jr

LAURINBURG — We’re just eight weeks away from the start of the NFL playoffs. And Week 11 seems to be shaping up as a battle among divisional foes. As I always say, this is a weekly breakdown for fantasy owners looking to make a splash throughout the season.

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