WAGRAM — Wagram Holiness Church is inviting the public to celebrate the church’s homecoming service beginning at 10 a.m. on Sunday.

LUMBERTON — The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater in downtown Lumberton continues its yearly Bluegrass on the Blackwater series at 7 p.m. on Oct. 17 with up-and-coming artist Carolina Owens and her band.

PEMBROKE — As a collegiate swimmer, Gabby Hyson spends hours in the pool training, dedicating herself to her craft. The University of North Carolina at Pembroke sophomore is also keenly aware of the challenges of her sport––especially regarding hair care.

LAURINBURG — A 15-year-old is facing a first-degree murder charge in the shooting death of another Laurinburg teen on Saturday.

WAGRAM — The mayor of Wagram announced Thursday that Anne Locklear will take over the reins as the town’s new clerk.

LAURINBURG — Beginning Oct. 14, the court system in Scotland County will be going live with eCourts.

PEMBROKE — The University of North Carolina at Pembroke will host a two-week bioprocessing training to help students and residents prepare for entry-level positions in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.