PEMBROKE — For Darcey Meus, crossing the stage at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke on Friday would be a powerful moment of triumph. After a grueling battle with cancer, earning her MBA is a testament to her faith, resilience, and love.

LAURINBURG — For two weekends in December, the Big Cheese Theatre Company is presenting the Christmas play “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” to the delight of local audiences.

LAURINBURG — The Scotland County Health Department performed nine inspections of area restaurant locations during the month of November.

It is now December, a time of year that can bring both stress and joy. The holiday season often creates a mixture of emotions — while some people feel excitement and togetherness, others may experience stress, loneliness, or sadness. For those already facing mental health challenges, this season can sometimes feel even harder.

LAURINBURG — Clarence McPhatter, Tanya Edge, Ed O’Neal and Jeff Shelley were each sworn in as the newest members of the Scotland County Board of Commissioners this week.

WAGRAM — Commissioners here voted Thursday to authorize a controlled burn to clear out obstructions from ditches along Bundy Street.

PEMBROKE — The University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) is further cementing its role as an integral community partner by hosting a series of rare, hands-on training exercises for regional first responders, including volunteer fire departments from Robeson, Cumberland and Sampson counties, as well as local and state law enforcement officials including the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). This collaboration underscores the university’s commitment to supporting local and regional emergency services while preparing its campus for future growth.