Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #045

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🌤 MOORE COUNTY, NC WEATHER

📰 Voter ID Required Tuesday to Vote

📰 Town of Aberdeen Administrative Offices Closed Friday Nov.10

📰 Field of Honor Ceremony in West End

📰 Moore County Economic Development Partnership Quarterly Progress Summary

📰 Sunrise Theatre Returns to Movies 5 Days a Week

👉 LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: How About You?

🤝 LOCAL BUSINESS PARTNERS

📅 LOCAL EVENTS

🎉 CELEBRATE! TODAY IS…

Voter ID Required to Vote

It's important for all voters to be aware that North Carolina will require photo identification (photo ID) for the 2023 elections on Tuesday. To cast your vote, make sure to bring one of the following acceptable forms of ID:

• North Carolina driver's license

• State ID from the NCDMV (also known as a "non-operator ID")

• Driver's license or non-driver ID from another state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory (only if you registered to vote in North Carolina within 90 days of the election)

• U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport card

• North Carolina voter photo ID card issued by a county board of elections (Note: You must obtain this card in advance; it won't be available on election day and is provided free of charge)

• College or university student ID approved by the State Board of Elections

• State or local government or charter school employee ID approved by the State Board of Elections

These requirements ensure that voters have valid photo ID when participating in the upcoming elections in North Carolina.

Please Note: Moore County Schools are closed on election day

Town of Aberdeen Administrative Offices Closed Friday Nov.10

In observance of Veterans Day, Aberdeen Town Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, November 10

There will not be any garbage/recycle collection on Friday, November 10 in Aberdeen. It will be picked up on the next regularly scheduled day.

Field of Honor Ceremony in West End

On Sunday, November 5th, the Vietnam Veterans of America, Moore County Chapter 966, hosted their annual Field of Honor Ceremony at the West End Fire House. This heartfelt event featured a striking display of 500 flags, which will be exhibited from November 5th through November 12th, dedicated to honoring veterans.

Each flag proudly bears the name of a veteran, active-duty service member, or courageous combat dog, serving as a poignant tribute to their service and sacrifice. The Honor Guard from UPHS NROTC (University of Pennsylvania Health System Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps) was present to pay respects.

During the moving ceremony, the names inscribed on the flags were read aloud, ensuring that every veteran was recognized and remembered. As a solemn tribute to the departed veterans, a ship's bell tolled with reverence as their names were called. This event serves as a touching reminder of the enduring gratitude and respect held for those who have served their country.

Moore County Economic Development Partnership Quarterly Progress Summary

The Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) released its Quarterly Progress Report for Q3 2023. They noted a surge in business leads, with 45 already in the first three months of the fiscal year, potentially bringing 1,350 jobs and $480 million in investments. MCEDP also supports local businesses and worked with eight of them this quarter.

MCEDP also made progress in developing the Iron Horse Industrial Park in Aberdeen, including executing an Offer to Purchase contract and securing the right-of-way agreement for an industrial road, although some steps are still pending, such as permits for crossing a gas line and railroad tracks.

Notable initiatives this quarter include the allocation of $25 million in the North Carolina state budget for establishing an "Early College" high school at Sandhills Community College and MCEDP's participation in the Rural Community Capacity (RC2) Resource Team's visit to the Town of Vass, where they assessed community needs. 

Sunrise Theatre Returns to Movies 5 Days a Week

Once again the Sunrise Theatre will be showing movies days a week. Designated movie days are Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

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November 1-12 Operation Green Light

From November 1-12, 2023, individuals are urged to display a green light in the windows of their homes or businesses. This symbolic gesture serves as a heartfelt tribute, acknowledging the immense sacrifices made by countless individuals to safeguard our liberties. By illuminating a green light, we convey a message to our veterans: they are recognized, cherished, and deeply valued.

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 10 Veteran’s Day Celebration 12-2pm Taylortown Town Hall

November 11 Southern Pines Veteran’s Day Parade 10am-12noon Broad St, Downtown Southern Pines

November 11 Vetaran’s Day Ceremony 1020 Carriage Oaks, Carthage.

November 12 Southern Pines Chili Cookoff Noon-3pm $10 Day of the event; Competitor Registration

November 14 Pet Photos with Santa 5-7pm Paws of the Pines Rescue (Bring a Gift or a Donation for Pups)

Novemner 14 Friendsgiving Oyster Roast 5-8:30pm Cardinal Bluff, Pinebluff

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

November 15 Moore County Business Connect Networking Location tbd

November 16 Moore County Home Builder Association Casino Night 6-10pm Village Pine Venue

November 18 Fall Bazaar at Roseland Barn 10am-4pm 2712 Roseland Rd, Aberdeen

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

November 25 Village of Pinehurst Small Business Saturday Pinehurst

December 7 Town of Robbins Christmas Parade 6-9pm

ONGOING…

Monday Nights Southern Soul Line Dancing; Beg 6pm; Int 7:15pm; $10pp at The Roast Office (95 Cherokee Rd. Pinehurst)

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