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				                                Seven Lumbee Tribal Council members were sworn in at the Lumbee Tribe Inauguration held Thursday at the Pembroke Boys & Girls Club.

Lumbee Chairman unveils ‘Focus 2035’ initiative at inauguration

PEMBROKE — The Lumbee Tribe opened the year with the swearing-in of seven members to the Lumbee Tribal Council and John Lowery’s second and final term as the chairman during an inauguration ceremony held on Thursday.

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Out in the backyard

When I was growing up in the 50’s and 60’s, my backyard could go for a half mile or more. When I told Momma that I was going out in the backyard, it could mean a lot of different places.

Sen. Britt selected for 8 legislative committees, co-chair 3

RALEIGH — Senate Speaker Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) appointed Sen. Danny Britt (R-Robeson, Scotland and Hoke) to eight committees for the 2025-26 legislative biennium.

13 Sonnax employees complete leadership training by RichmondCC

HAMLET — Richmond Community College President Brent Barbee joined the management team from Sonnax Transmission Co. last month to celebrate the accomplishments of 13 local Sonnax employees who recently completed a yearlong customized leadership program.

Distinguished Citizen of the Year McLaurin to be honored at RichmondCC Gala

HAMLET — Richmond Community College’s Foundation has named Rockingham native Gene McLaurin its 2025 Distinguished Citizen of the Year. McLaurin is president/CEO of Quality Oil Company with offices in Rockingham, Laurinburg, Wadesboro and Lumberton.

Carter’s pastor readied to deliver biggest sermon of his life

The Rev. Tony Lowden often goes back to the voice message.

Lumbee Chairman unveils ‘Focus 2035’ initiative at inauguration

PEMBROKE — The Lumbee Tribe opened the year with the swearing-in of seven members to the Lumbee Tribal Council and John Lowery’s second and final term as the chairman during an inauguration ceremony held on Thursday.

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