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A predawn text from Lee County Commissioner Chair Kirk Smith, sent hours after a packed and heated public meeting, has sparked allegations of a closed-session breach and raised new tensions over a proposed $5 billion investment tied to fracking and data centers. Smith sent the text message at 4:24 a.m.[Read More…]
Central Carolina Community College has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® Schools Designation and Silver-level recognition. “It is a privilege to serve our military-affiliated students,” said CCCC Veterans Affairs Coordinator Angie Estes. “They have sacrificed so much for this country. They deserve our best service. It is such an honor to receive this[Read More…]
New after-school program targets literacy at its most critical stage Lee County Education Foundation-backed initiative provides targeted, data-driven support to help struggling readers close gaps. By the time they reach 3rd grade, students are no longer learning to read. They’re reading to learn. For those whose reading skills fall behind[Read More…]
It was sprinkling cold rain on Feb. 27, when friends met Sandhills News at Sanford’s Saladang Thai Kitchen on Chatham Street. Inside, crisp lime and basil mixed with sizzling garlic from the kitchen filling the small, but comfortable dining area. A waiter promptly appeared with clean and legible menus to[Read More…]
Central Carolina Community College has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® Schools Designation and Silver-level recognition. “It is a privilege to serve our military-affiliated students,” said CCCC Veterans Affairs Coordinator Angie Estes. “They have sacrificed so much for this country. They deserve our best service. It is such an honor to receive this[Read More…]
A predawn text from Lee County Commissioner Chair Kirk Smith, sent hours after a packed and heated public meeting, has sparked allegations of a closed-session breach and raised new tensions over a proposed $5 billion investment tied to fracking and data centers. Smith sent the text message at 4:24 a.m.[Read More…]
The Sanford Area Growth Alliance (SAGA) responded to one of nine questions from Sandhills News following a March 27 meeting on growth concerns, leaving key issues about housing costs, infrastructure strain and development priorities unanswered. SAGA is funded by taxpayers and by private investors. Sanford’s 2026 budget allocated $256,671 for[Read More…]
New after-school program targets literacy at its most critical stage Lee County Education Foundation-backed initiative provides targeted, data-driven support to help struggling readers close gaps. By the time they reach 3rd grade, students are no longer learning to read. They’re reading to learn. For those whose reading skills fall behind[Read More…]
Sylvan Learning of Southern Pines NC is the investment you make for your child's sake. Education. https://sandhills.news/2025/12/07/sylvan-learning-of-southern-pines/4 months ago
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Sandhills News will cover Five Points Horse Trials – Treehouse Event Series Championships today!
Carolina Horse Park, 2814, Montrose Road, Raeford, NC
Carolina Horse Park serves cross country, dressage, jumping and classes with a side of green biscuits from Sept. 5 through Sept. 7.
Love horses? This is where you can enjoy the show and the ambiance equestrians recognize as energy in the air when eventers pass by and revel in their accomplishments and neighs sound another moment of glory—unless they lose. In which case, barn language ensues.
Read the full schedule, plan your days and enjoy! Carolina Horse Park schedule for Sept. 5-7.
Food trucks will be on-site.7 months ago
Moore County Commissioners approve infrastructure upgrades in Pinehurst after Tropical Storm Chantal closed 13 roads and busted a dam in other towns in Moore County. https://sandhills.news/2025/07/16/moore-county-eyes-flooding-solutions-and-approves-1-2m-for-school-turf-projects-as-schools-face-budgets-cuts/9 months ago
Moore, Lee, and Harnett NC opioid settlement funds did not consider residential treatment for women. https://sandhills.news/2025/07/13/sandhills-opioid-funding-misses-the-mark-for-residential-treatment/9 months ago
Harnett County Schools seek community support for student service-learning projects.
https://sandhills.news/2025/07/12/harnett-schools-service-learning-program-invites-community-support/9 months ago
Angier is home to the Corner Grill and locals who know where to find HOMEMADE food!
https://sandhills.news/2025/07/12/locals-crave-the-corner-grills-chicken-salad-sandwich-and-cheesburgers/9 months ago
Fred Lee IV wows the crowd at Kiwanis Park in Sanford, NC.
Book him for your next event.
https://sandhills.news/2025/07/14/fred-lee-iv-wins-the-crowd-at-kiwanis-park/9 months ago
Sandhills News loved the bagpipes in the 4 July 2025 Village of Pinehurst Parade!
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https://sandhills.news/2025/07/05/moore-pinehurst-and-whispering-pines-parades-highlight-community-spirit/9 months ago
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