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This Day in NC History: Master of an art form, potter Ben Owen
On June 4, 1904, potter Ben Owen was born in Moore County. Owen learned to turn clay from his father, potter and farmer Rufus Owen, and by age 16, he was a…
Early application has advantages
CHERAW, S.C. — New or returning students planning to attend Northeastern Technical College this fall should apply by June 30 to receive the benefits of early registration. Applying early qualifies new students…
RCC tightens entry into practical nursing program
By Wylie Bell Richmond Community College HAMLET — In an effort toward continuous improvement, Richmond Community College revealed a more streamlined and succinct Mission Statement and new admission criteria…
BlueScope Buildings to expand, add 115 jobs
LAURINBURG — Gov. Pat McCrory, state Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla III and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina announced today that BlueScope Buildings North America will be expanding…
Town officials to spray for mosquitos
CHERAW, S.C. — The town of Cheraw Public Works Department has launched its Mosquito Patrol in an attempt to control the town’s mosquito population. Mosquito larvae control has already been…
The Wright Club launches to promote NC businesses
RALEIGH — Douglas Media Group LLC launched the first state-focused monthly subscription service in North Carolina. The service, known as The Wright Club, will deliver products, samples, exclusive discounts, and…
Spradlin: On the road with the Rockets band
It was an assignment, but not the kind that requires a notebook, pen and the ever-present Canon Rebel T5i. After spending Saturday at Carowinds amusement park in Charlotte with several…
10th Hinson Lake ultra going high-tech
Runners can expect electronic timing, bandit pacers eliminated By Kevin Spradlin PeeDeePost.com * 2014 PDP event coverage * 2015 confirmed entries list (subject to change) * Run Richmond – see upcoming events * Hinson…
NC State hosts higher education economic development summit
RALEIGH — NC State University will host a national summit of research, higher education and economic development leaders May 31 to June 3 as the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities…
Ear infection leads to 18-day hospital stay
East Rockingham family funds exhausted Staff report * Make a voluntary contribution EAST ROCKINGHAM — It began with a simple ear infection. Eighteen days later — with more than one…
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