Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #105 1/18/24

Luck Lands Again in Moore County: $200K Lottery Win / Moore County Schools Secure $415K Settlement in Highway 211 Expansion Dispute / Union Pines Vikings Get new Head Coach / Military Training Exercise Robin Sage Underway in Local Counties

January 18, 2024

Moore News More Often

In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Luck Lands Again in Moore County: $200K Lottery Win

📰 Moore County Schools Secure $415K Settlement in Highway 211 Expansion Dispute

📰 Aberdeen Shifts to Monthly Water Billing Cycle in February 2024

📰 Union Pines Vikings Get New Head Coach

📰 Military Training Exercise Robin Sage Underway in Local Counties

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

👀 Wealth Insider Insight by Nathan Cherry

📢 Business Spotlight: Nathan Cherry of Hicks & Associates

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

 

 

LOCAL NEWS SPONSOR: FAIRWAY MORTGAGE Mike Lenzini, Branch Manager

 

Luck Lands Again in Moore County: $200K Lottery Win

Earlier this week Michael Butler from Rockingham hit the jackpot in Moore County with a $200,000 win from a $5 Emerald 8s scratch-off ticket, purchased at the Food Lion on N.C. 5 in Aberdeen. Details at Sandhills Sentinel.

Moore County Schools Secure $415K Settlement in Highway 211 Expansion Dispute

The Moore County Board of Education successfully settled with the NCDOT for $415,000 over land taken for Highway 211's expansion near West End Elementary School. This settlement, a significant increase from NCDOT's initial offer of $128,250, followed months of negotiations and mediation. The funds will be used to build a safety and noise mitigation wall at the school, addressing concerns about increased traffic and noise from the highway project. See full story Sandhills Sentinel.

Union Pines Vikings Get New Head Coach

Union Pines High School has announced their choice of new Head Coach, Bryan Till. Congratulations Coach Till!

Military Training Exercise Robin Sage Underway in Local Counties

From the Town of Southern Pines: The Fort Liberty Special Warfare School is conducting the training exercise Robin Sage in southern Moore, Hoke, and Richmond Counties, resulting in increased military activity and sounds for the next two weeks.

Frauds and Scams Discussion

West End Presbyterian Church will host a Frauds and Scams discussion on Tuesday, January 23, at 4:45pm, featuring Michael G. Gorenflo from Gorenflo Law Firm, Carrie Barber from First Bank, and David Zmiewsky, City Executive at First Bank. Details can be found at TheSevenLakesInsider.com

New Insider Insights Section

We are excited to bring this new section to our readers! Nathan Cherry kicks it off (see below) with an insight related to a 2024 recession. Look for Nathan’s insights each week!

 

Live Stream Game Links for Moore County High School Sports

Click the link and search for the game you want to see.

 

Click the logos to learn more about our Business Partners.

Wealth Advisor Insider Nathan Cherry: Is a Recession Coming in 2024?  

Nathan Cherry,

Private Wealth Advisor

Hicks & Associates 910.692.9014

510 NW Broad St. Southern Pines

Now that 2024 is here, are previous predictions of a recession still valid? Generally speaking, markets lean towards the upside in presidential election years. But many analysts are unsure if this trend will continue in 2024 considering the unique variables currently impacting markets. Factors such as lingering high prices, high interest rates, a sluggish housing market, deficits, debt, and ongoing defense spending could lead to a FED misstep that results in a recession.

Whether it happens or not remains to be seen,

but you can be better prepared for any economic turbulence by considering a few simple strategies:  

  • Avoid taking on new debt if at all possible.  

  • Make only minimum payments on existing debts.  

  • Save excess cash to your bank account for emergencies. 

  • Keep household basics (like toilet paper) stocked up to avoid shortages.

  • Follow a basic budget each month to avoid overspending.  

Recessions can cause significant harm to household finances. But it doesn’t have to. Keeping a few principles in place and maintaining a long-term outlook can help.

 

Local Business Spotlight:

Nathan Cherry of Hicks & Associates Wealth Management

Nathan Cherry will be our weekly Wealth Contributor in the new Insider Insights section. Look for his first piece tomorrow. Welcome, Nathan!

Nathan Cherry, APMA, AAMS

Looking for financial guidance that goes beyond the basics? Meet Nathan Cherry, the man behind Hicks & Associates Wealth Management, a local family business that's been serving Southern Pines and beyond for 13 years.

Meet Nathan Cherry

Nathan Cherry is not your average Wealth Manager. With a decade of experience helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate the financial landscape, he's like the dentist for your financial future.

"Just like we all brush our teeth, we all try to manage our finances," Nathan explains. "But there are things we might not know, and hidden issues we want someone to check for us. That's where I come in. I ask the right questions and address financial matters that many people and business owners may have never considered."

A Family Business

L to R: Debbie Cherry (Nathan’s mother) and Nathan

What sets Hicks & Associates Wealth Management apart is not just the quality of service but the personal touch it adds to every client relationship. Nathan's mother works alongside him, making it a true local family business. Together, they proudly serve Moore County and the surrounding areas, building lasting connections with their clients.

Comprehensive Financial Services

Hicks & Associates Wealth Management offers a wide range of services that go beyond traditional financial planning. Nathan helps with tax strategies, estate planning, insurance, commercial real estate, private lending, alternative investments, and more.

Clients appreciate the level of service they receive, knowing they can reach out to Nathan and receive a prompt response to their inquiries. This dedication to customer service, combined with a diverse array of offerings, sets Hicks & Associates Wealth Management apart in the financial industry.

Office Located at 250 West Pennsylvanie Ave, Southern Pines

Get in Touch

If you're looking for a financial planner who goes the extra mile to help you grow wealth, reach out to Nathan Cherry at Hicks & Associates Wealth Management. You can contact him at 304-671-1298 or visit their office at 250 West Pennsylvania Ave, Southern Pines, NC. Hicks-Associates.com Website

Would you like to have your Moore County business featured here in our Local Business Spotlight? We would love to share your business with the rest of Moore County. You can apply for your own business or nominate a business!

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  • January 18

    • Moore County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting - Moore Count Land Use Update 5:30pm Pinecrest High School Auditorium; Open to the Public.

  • 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

  • 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

    • 3rd Annual Moore County Education Expo - National School Choice Week 10am-2pm Sandhills Community College

  • 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

    • Casino Night Fundraiser Sponsored by The Women of the Pines 6-10pm The Fair Barn, Pinehurst

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

  • March 2

    • Woofstock (Martin Park Fundraiser) 10am-2pm 210 Memorial Park Ct. Southern Pines

  • March 23

    • Easter Egg Hung 10:30am - Cannon Park, Village of Pinehurst

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