MAXTON — History and a long-held “what if” came together in a field of turned earth this week as local and state leaders broke ground on a new $5.2 million airport terminal at the Laurinburg-Maxton Airport — a project years in the making and poised to reshape one of the region’s most historic sites.

LAURINBURG —It’s been three years since the Fighting Scots boys basketball team started the season with a 2-0 record. It’s not often you see a new head coach come in and have players respond the way they have, but under Jarvis Cobb, the Scots are clicking on all cylinders. After their comeback victory on the road versus the Fairmont Golden Tornadoes on Wednesday, we break down what Cobb has done to spark a strong start.

LAURINBURG —“We will turn this around,” head coach Roshien McClain said after a tough loss by the Fighting Scots girls basketball team. The Lady Scots had a rough outing in their season opener, falling 53-29 to the St. Pauls Bulldogs on Tuesday night.

LAURINBURG — Zaymon Gibson’s 15 points — including a decisive 3-point play in the final seconds — and 14 points from Nazire Campbell propelled the Fighting Scots boys basketball team to a 50–47 win over the St. Pauls Bulldogs in Tuesday’s season opener.

LAURINBURG — On Tuesday, freshman Michael McLean was awarded NCSportPage Freshman of the Year.

Southern Pines – O’Neal School is excited to announce the formation of the O’Neal School Athletic Hall of Fame, created to honor and preserve the legacy of exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to the school’s athletic program through outstanding performance, coaching, or dedicated service.

LAURINBURG — The Fighting Scots basketball team will travel to Pinecrest High School to compete in the 2025 Holiday in the Pines tournament.