Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #100 1/12/24

Newsletter Issue #100! / Aberdeen Police Department Awards / Town of Vass New Police Chief / Moore County Plans Early College at SCC / VOP Curbside Christmas Tree Pick Up / North Carolina Recall of Blue Ridge Beef Pet Food

January 12, 2024

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📰 Moore County Connect Newsletter 100th Issue

📰 Aberdeen Police Department Awards Officer of the Year and Supervisor of the Year to Deserving Officers

📰 Town of Vass New Police Chief

📰 Moore County Plans Early College at SCC for 2025

📰 North Carolina Recall of Blue Ridge Beef Pet Food

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📅 Local Events

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Moore County Connect Newsletter 100th Issue

We are proud to say that today is the 100th issue of the Moore County Connect Newsletter! Thank you, readers, for your support, your suggestions. Please continue to share our newsletter with your friends and neighbors!

Photo Credit: Aberdeen Police Department Facebook Page

Aberdeen Police Department Awards Officer of the Year and Supervisor of the Year to Deserving Officers

The Aberdeen Police Department recently awarded two prestigious awards to two of its officers. Officer Lindell (left) was honored with the 2023 Officer of the Year award, recognizing outstanding service and dedication to the community. Additionally, Sergeant Brooks (right) received the 2023 Supervisor of the Year award, acknowledging exemplary leadership and commitment within the department. The ceremony was a moment of pride for the department, with both officers receiving their accolades alongside Aberdeen Police Chief Chavis (center).

Photo Credit: Town of Vass Facebook Page

Town of Vass New Police Chief

The Town of Vass recently swore in a new Police Chief. Jericho Lowery has been appointed as the new Police Chief of Vass, previously serving as a detective in the same department. Former Police Chief Brian Beck, who recently retired, served the Town of Vass for seven years as police chief and 3 years as a police officer.

Moore County Plans Early College at SCC for 2025

The Moore County Board of Education discussed plans for an early college at Sandhills Community College, targeting a 2025 opening. The program, supported by a $25 million state grant, focuses on local workforce needs and underserved students. See full story Sandhills Sentinel.

Reminder: Curbside Christmas Tree Pick Up - Village of Pinehurst

Just a reminder that residents of the Village of Pinehurst can have their Christmas Trees picked up by placing them on the curb on Wednesday mornings through January 31.

North Carolina Recall of Blue Ridge Beef Pet Food

Blue Ridge Beef, a pet food company in Statesville, North Carolina, has broadened its recall to include more states due to Salmonella and Listeria contamination in some pet foods. Initially affecting seven states, the recall now includes 16 states: Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New York, Michigan, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

The recall targets specific lots of their 2lb Kitten Grind, Kitten Mix, and Puppy Mix, distributed from November 14 to December 20, 2023. These products, sold in clear plastic packaging at retail stores, have not yet been linked to any reported illnesses. Blue Ridge Beef advises customers to contact them for refunds and recommends disposing of the pet foods safely to avoid accidental consumption. They also urge cleaning and sanitizing any items that came in contact with the recalled products. See full story USAToday.com

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  • January 12

  • January 18

    • Moore County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting - Moore Count Land Use Update 5:30pm Pinecrest High School Auditorium

  • January 20

    • Positive Parenting Seminar 10:30am-12noon Southern Pines Public Library Free Registration

    • Cancer Survivor Seminar 10am-12noon @ Southern Pines Fire Station #82 7850 NC-22, Carthage

  • January 23

    • Union Pines High School Jazz Band Performance 6-8pm Rudinos 135 Pinehurst Ave. Southern Pines

  • January 27

    • Furry Fun Run 10am-12noon Southern Pines Whitehall Reservoir Park. You must register your pets. F.r information call 910-692-7376.

    • Small Business Fair (Handmade Local Items) 10am-4pm 405 McReynolds St. Carthage

  • January 29

    • Vass Business Association Networking Mixer 6pm Midnight Bee Supply Event Lodge

  • February 3

  • February 9

    • 8th Annual Caring Hearts for Canines Furever Yours Valentine’s Day Gala, Country Club of North Carolina, Pinehurst. Tickets

  • February 10

    • 2024 Soup(er) Bowl Showdown 2-4pm Downtown Aberdeen

ONGOING…

  • First Sunday of the Month

  • Monday Nights

    • Southern Soul Line Dancing; Beginner 6pm; Intermediate 7:15pm; $10pp at The Roast Office (95 Cherokee Rd. Pinehurst

  • First Saturday of the Month