List/Grid Monthly Archives: July 2014
Jailed: Deputies apprehend shooting suspect
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com Previous coverage: * Rockingham man beaten, shot at Pee Dee River * Warrants issued * Police seek public’s help to locate suspect Anson County sheriff’s deputies…
More Hamlet turmoil: Miranda Chavis resigns
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com The turmoil and turnover in Hamlet continues today as Miranda Chavis submitted her letter of resignation as manager of the Hamlet Depot and Museum and downtown…
Four youth stuck in elevator at Discovery Place KIDS
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com ROCKINGHAM — Four young visitors to Discovery Place KIDS in downtown Rockingham mid-afternoon Tuesday were reportedly stuck in the elevator for approximately 20 minutes. Shortly before 3…
UNC-G School of Nursing fast-tracks medically trained veterans
GREENSBORO — Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in nursing just became easier and faster for military veterans who have hands-on medical experience. The School of Nursing at The University of North…
Heid: Transitions and dreams
We’ve had a lot of transition in our house the past year or so. We’ve changed states, changed houses (twice), cars, daycares (twice), and oh by the way we had…
Missing Hamlet man located
Staff report Interim Hamlet Police Chief Rodney Tucker said Monday afternoon that a Hamlet man reported missing on Friday has been found safe. “Mr. Kenny Stuart was located today in…
Embattled city manager resigns
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com Embattled Hamlet City Manger Marchell Adams-David has resigned. Her last day of work will be Aug. 22. Adams-David submitted her letter to Mayor Bill Bayless today….
Nomination deadline nears for Farm Service Agency county committees
U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Juan Garcia reminds farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers that Aug. 1, 2014, is the deadline for local FSA…
East Rock Men’s Club, fire department announce scholarships
The East Rockingham Men’s Club and the East Rockingham Fire Department presented scholarships to four Richmond Senior High School students totaling $4,000. The presentations took place during an awards ceremony at…
Police seek river shooting suspect
Staff report Previous coverage * Warrants issued * Rockingham man beaten, shot in Thursday incident Anson County authorities are seeking the public’s help to locate Michael Kelvin Allen, wanted in connection…
Yankees prospect Roller eyes the show as hometown watches
Raiders faithful continue following career of Rockingham native By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * Video interview with Kyle Roller * Previous coverage * Photo gallery CHARLOTTE — The life of a Minor…
Demand for food ‘way beyond my supply’
Rockingham bishop seeks community support to feed the needy By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com Today is Monday. The day after Sunday — that is, the day after many Christians have attended…
13 graduate RCC Practical Nursing program
Thirteen graduates of the Practical Nursing program at Richmond Community College exited the Robert L. & Elizabeth S. Cole Auditorium on July 17 with lighted lamps in a symbolic gesture…
Hudson: Better not let me catch you in that pond!
That’s what Mama always said to me.I always thought to myself, “ok Mama, I want let you catch me, hahaha.”Once I learned how to swim, I was in Mr Nelson’s…
Lawn mower racing set to return to Ellerbe
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com Previous coverage: * It’s loud and it’s fast * Ellerbe Lions Club suspends lawn mower racing indefinitely * Lions Club pres: ‘Misunderstanding’ led to suspension Joey…
Long leads Richmond runners in The March 50K
Staff report Hamlet resident Mark Long, 55, led the Richmond County contingent in the The March 50-kilometer (31-mile) footrace on Saturday in Raeford. Long placed 17th among 52 official finishers…
Richmond follows Roller to Charlotte
Dad knew son was ‘something special’ early on By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * Photo gallery CHARLOTTE — A complete report coming soon, but Richmond County can be proud of the…
Thunder rolled in 11-0 loss to Wildcats
Barber’s two hits only ones Richmond Thunder get in shutout By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * Photo gallery – More than 800 snapshots LAURINBURG — Richmond Thunder pitcher Greyson Way got out…
Training ‘got real’ in Saturday exercise
Meginnis set to retire Monday after 30 years By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * Photo gallery – More 1,100 snapshots * Video – “Man down” – Outside * Previous coverage: Firefighting…
Pony 14 All-Stars win section championship
By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * Day 1: R’ham All-Stars take 2 Robbie Allen, coach of the Rockinghiam Pony League All-Star team of 14-year-olds, looked at his team in between the…
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