
William R. Toler
Hamlet High School grads celebrate school's centennial anniversary
HAMLET — More than 350 former students, staff and spouses celebrated the 100th anniversary of the former Hamlet High School this past weekend.
Riggins shreds to win at Rockingham Speedway for MB Drift's first comp of 2022
ROCKINGHAM — Drew Riggins slid from the bottom of the bracket to popping the champagne cork after winning MB Drift’s first competitive round of 2022 Sunday, May 22 on Rockingham Speedway's infield road course.
NCDHHS: Simple steps to practice water safety and protect against drowning
RALEIGH — As North Carolinians start their summer voyages to beaches, lakes, rivers and pools this holiday weekend, officials at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offer suggestions to maximize the health benefits of swimming and other water-based activities while minimizing the risk of illness, injury and death. Everyone can play a role in preventing illnesses and injuries when they swim, play and relax in the water — this summer and year-round.
Wyke becomes Uwharrie District's first female Eagle Scout
ELLERBE — Lexie Wyke made history this weekend as the first female in Richmond County to attain the rank of Eagle Scout.
FROM ROCKINGHAM WITH LOVE: VFW Auxiliary sending care packages to local servicemen
ROCKINGHAM — Six Richmond County natives serving overseas in the military will soon be receiving several boxes from home.
MB Drift revs up for first round of competition at Rockingham Speedway
ROCKINGHAM — Tires will be smoking on Rockingham Speedway’s road course this weekend as MB Drift returns to kick off its competitive series.
Hudson wins 9th District GOP primary, will face Clark in November
ROCKINGHAM — Congressman Richard Hudson defeated three challengers in Tuesday’s Republican primary election for the 9th District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Moss beats Boles for N.C. House District 52 seat
ROCKINGHAM — Ben Moss will be heading back to Raleigh to represent Richmond County — and now part of Moore County.
8 candidates move to November ballot for Richmond County Board of Commissioners; Bryant defeated
ROCKINGHAM — Four candidates from each of the two major political parties will advance to the November ballot in the race for the Richmond County Board of Commissioners.