Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #028

Highfalls Dam Removal Controversy / Local Soldier Killed in Accident / Local Phone Scams

October 18, 2023

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📰 Highfalls Dam Removal in Northern Moore County Sparks Concerns

📰 Expecting Father and Ex-Union Pines Athlete, Ryan Yarter, Dies in Accident

📰 Moore County Sheriff Warns Residents of Recent Arrest Warrant Scams

👉 LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: How About You?

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Highfalls Dam Removal in Northern Moore County Sparks Concerns

In a recent meeting in Robbins, Northern Moore County residents expressed apprehensions about the proposed dismantling of the Highfalls dam. The gathering saw representatives from organizations like Unique Places to Save, American Rivers, and Resource Environmental Solutions (RES) present their rationale for the dam's removal. They highlighted the dam's past damages and the ecological advantages of a dam-free Deep River.

However, the community attendees raised several concerns. They emphasized the dam's historical value and potential environmental repercussions. Questions about the future of the recreational area post-removal were also prevalent, with many drawing parallels to the Carbonton dam area, which faced challenges like vandalism after its dam was taken out.

RES, the current property owner, has plans to donate the land for public recreational use after the dam's removal. If this doesn't come to fruition, the land will be designated for conservation, restricting public access.

Background: High Falls is a notable community in Moore County, North Carolina, known for its 15-foot waterfall and historical mills. The High Falls Dam, with its roots in the late 19th century, underwent modifications in the 1920s to facilitate hydroelectricity production. A 2018 proposal to remove the dam for environmental reasons was met with resistance from locals and was subsequently paused.

Expecting Father and Ex-Union Pines Athlete, Ryan Yarter, Dies in Accident

Ryan Yarter, a 19-year-old soldier from Carthage and former multi-sport athlete at Union Pines High School, tragically lost his life in a vehicle accident at Fort Liberty on Sunday. Assigned to the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, Yarter was on his way home from work when the incident occurred. He was also looking forward to becoming a father.

Moore County Sheriff Warns Residents of Scam Calls

Sheriff Ronnie Fields of Moore County cautions residents about recent scams reported to the Sheriff’s Office. In these scams, individuals are falsely told they're speaking to a law enforcement officer on the phone who demands payment to prevent arrest. Some residents have reported this scam in connection with a claim that they have failed to report for jury duty. It's essential to understand that law enforcement will never ask for money to avoid arrest. If you're uncertain or concerned, disconnect the call and reach out to the Moore County Sheriff’s Office at 910-947-2931 for clarification.

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October 18 Moore County Business Connect Networking 670 SW Broad St, Southern Pines

October 19 Playind Dead - A Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt 4-5:30pm Southern Pines

October 21 Holly Arts & Crafts Festival Pinehurst

October 21 Cruisin’ the Park Car Show 9am-3pm Aberdeen Lake Park

October 21 Eagle’s Nest Berry Farm Fall Festival 10am-4pm 1556 Currie Mill Rd, Jackson Springs

October 21 Bake and Bling 10am-2pm Sandhills Woman’s Exchange 15 Azelia Rd. Pinehurst

October 21 Playing Dead: A Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt 4-5:30pm The Encore Center, Southern Pines

October 21 Moore Philharmonic Orchestra Fall Strings Showcase 7pm Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church (330 S. May St. Southern Pines)

October 22 Southern Pines Candidates Forum 3:30-5pm Douglas Community Center, Southern Pines

October 24 Citizens Academy (Starts Oct.24) with Pinehurst Police Department now accepting applications.

October 27 Children of Fallen Heroes Costume Carnival Fundraiser 6-11pm Moore County Airport Hangar Carthage

October 27 Fourth Friday Market with Trick or Treating 4pm-7:30pm High Octane, Aberdeen

October 27-28 Festival D-Avion Moore County Airport Carthage

October 28 Oktoberfest Tufts Memorial Park, Pinehurst

October 28 Eagle’s Nest Berry Farm Fall Festival 10am-4pm 1556 Currie Mill Rd, Jackson Springs

October 31 Trunk or Treat 6-8pm at Moore County Sheriff’s Office (302 S. McNeil St., Carthage)

November 2 CPR Training 5:3o-9:30pm at Pinehurst Fire Dept. 406 Magnolia Rd Pinehurst.

November 4 Lip Rippin Chicken Wing Cookoff Southern Pines

November 9 Communitywide Networking Event by Moore County Chamber of Commerce, Pinehurst Business Partners, and Southern Pines Business Association 5-7pm 160 W. New York Ave. 3rd Floor Southern Pines

November 10 Union Pines HS Rise Up Fundraising Gala 6-10pm Village Pine Venue

November 15 Community Shred Event 10am-2pm Robbins Depot, Robbins

November 18 Annual Household Hazardous Waste Event 10am-2pm Pinecrest High School, Pinehurst

November 25 Village of Pinehurst Small Business Saturday Pinehurst

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