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In his recent editorial submission in Sandhills News, former Lee County Commissioner Chairman Kirk Smith posed ten questions challenging the citizens who signed the June 15 data center petition. To read and sign the petition go to: Petition · Petition for Immediate Moratorium in Lee County, NC – United States[Read More…]
West Lee Middle School Principal Aimee Petrarca was chosen as one of only four finalists for the Leader of the Year Award in the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative. The honor recognizes her exceptional leadership during the initiative’s first year of implementation. The Leader of the Year Award honors a principal,[Read More…]
Roxanna Ray, a longtime resident of Lee County, North Carolina, recalls a truly memorable Christmas in July. A surprise trip to GalaxyCon Raleigh allowed her to meet actor Karl Urban, to whom she presented a scarf she had hand-knitted. The experience revealed how friendship, generosity, and faith can forge unforgettable[Read More…]
Taco Tuesday at A Toda Madre on May 26 in Sanford at 715 E. Main Street was a tastebud extravaganza. For the first time, Mexican pork sausage, chorizo, centered a taco with freshly chopped herbs and vegetables on my lunch plate. It’s on repeat. The tender chicken taco held chili[Read More…]
The City of Sanford proclaimed April 9 as Local News Day at its April 7 meeting. The city recognized local news as the most trusted news source. To share in this recognition, the public is invited to a News Cafe on April 9 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the[Read More…]
In his recent editorial submission in Sandhills News, former Lee County Commissioner Chairman Kirk Smith posed ten questions challenging the citizens who signed the June 15 data center petition. To read and sign the petition go to: Petition · Petition for Immediate Moratorium in Lee County, NC – United States[Read More…]
Roxanna Ray, a longtime resident of Lee County, North Carolina, recalls a truly memorable Christmas in July. A surprise trip to GalaxyCon Raleigh allowed her to meet actor Karl Urban, to whom she presented a scarf she had hand-knitted. The experience revealed how friendship, generosity, and faith can forge unforgettable[Read More…]
By Robert M. Levy Most of my education is a blur: 12 years of public school…four years of college…three years of law school. I don’t remember much. But within that 19-year fog, there were patches of clarity that changed my life; or at least the way I saw life. One[Read More…]
The future of Harnett County hinges on voters evaluating law enforcement leadership. For many voters, the sheriff’s race is about fiscal responsibility, discipline, and accountability, not party. Candidate Aaron Meredith, a longtime sheriff’s department employee, remains on the department’s current path, while Candidate Reggie Watson offers a principled alternative based[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/7 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.11 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/1 year 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/1 year 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/1 year 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/1 year 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/1 year ago
Sandhills News loved the bagpipes in the 4 July 2025 Village of Pinehurst Parade!
See all the photos.
https://sandhills.news/2025/07/05/moore-pinehurst-and-whispering-pines-parades-highlight-community-spirit/1 year ago
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