Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #111 1/25/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Taylortown: Wee Pines Miniature Golf Nears Completion

📰 Duke Energy and Aberdeen Join Forces to Identify Broken Street Lights

📰 Town of Cameron: The Town Hall will close at 1:30pm today.

📰 Recent Arrests in Moore County

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Taylortown: Wee Pines Miniature Golf Nears Completion

According to a recent article in the Seven Lakes Insider, Wee Pines, a new miniature golf business in Olmsted Village, Taylortown, is set to open soon. The facility, which began construction in October 2022, features two unique courses named Calamity Jane and Bullseye. These courses offer a natural, challenging experience without typical mini-golf themes. Designed by Miniature Golf Solutions, Wee Pines will offer rental clubs, refreshments, and a late-night play option. A soft opening is expected in February, followed by a grand opening in spring. See details Seven Lakes Insider.

Duke Energy and Aberdeen Join Forces to Identify Broken Street Lights

Duke Energy is calling on the residents of Aberdeen to assist in identifying malfunctioning street lights within the town limits. Residents who notice a non-working street light are encouraged to note the nearest address or the pole number and report this information to the Aberdeen Public Works Department. This can be done by calling 910-944-7012 or emailing staff at [email protected] or [email protected].

Town of Cameron: The Town Hall will close at 1:30pm today.

Recent Arrests in Moore County

The Moore County Sheriff’s Office apprehended Michael Fortner II, 36, from Southern Pines, on multiple charges related to illegal firearm possession and narcotics. The arrest followed a search warrant execution revealing firearms, ammunition, and drugs at his residence. Fortner is currently held on a $30,000 bond and is due in court on February 8. Source: Moore County Sheriff’s Office

Danny Wayne Privette of Robbins, N.C., was arrested in Moore County following a vehicle investigation near Hancock’s Country Store. Law enforcement found methamphetamine, hydrocodone, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia, leading to Privette's arrest. Already on probation for a prior felony drug violation, Privette is being held without bond, with a court date set for January 31st, 2024. Source: Moore County Sheriff’s Office

Jadarius Taejuan Jaheem Brown, 22, from Aberdeen, has been charged with felony assault and misdemeanor communicating threats. Following an extensive investigation, he was arrested with assistance from Southern Pines Police and is currently held without bond. Brown has a court appearance scheduled for February 8. Source: Aberdeen Police Department

Live Stream Game Links for Moore County High School Sports

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North Moore High School

Pinecrest High School

The O’Neal School

Union Pines High School

Father Vincent Capodanno School

Click the logos to learn more about our Business Partners.

• 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

  • Moore Area Shag Society Monthly Social 7-10pm at Down Memory Lane, Aberdeen - $10 Members, $15 Guests (Yearly Membership: $5)

• 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

  • St. Sebastian Smackdown Crossfit Competition and Benefit for the St. Jean Paul II School Athletics. 8:30am - 5pm. Registration closes Feb.8. Southern Pines Crossfit, 105 E. Connecticutt Ave, Southern Pines

• February 14

  • First Health of the Carolinas Hiring Event 11am-1pm Clara McLean House Pinehurst (Registration required at www.ncworks.gov; Apply at https://careers.firsthealth.org)

• February 24

  • Introduction to Centering Prayer - Registration at 8:30am Program 9am-1pm at the Clara McLean House in Pinehurst (For more Information: [email protected])

• March 2

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

• March 3

  • Moore Area Shag Society presents Cat5 Band. 7-10pm Must be 21. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. See event Information.

• March 23

  • Easter Egg Hung 10:30am to 12:30pm - Cannon Park, Village of Pinehurst

• April 13

  • Linden Lodge Dog Dash Benefit 10am-12pm $20 per person; Takes place in the Village of Pinehurst.

Ongoing…

• First Sunday of the Month

  • Cars and Coffee Car Drive-in 9-11am Village of Pinehurst

• 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 

  • Moore Area Shag Society Monthly Social 7-10pm at Down Memory Lane, Aberdeen ($10 Members, $15 Guests)

  • Kid’s Saturday at Given Memorial Library (Monthly Themed Craft Event)