Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #112 1/26/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Porsche to Shine as Featured Marque at the Newly Branded Sandhills Motoring Expo

📰 Southern Pines Announces New Trail for Bikes and Pedestrians

📰 Help Identify Malfunctioning Street Lights in Aberdeen!

📰 New Collaboration to Propel Adult Education and Workforce Development in Moore County

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Porsche to Shine as Featured Marque at the Newly Branded Sandhills Motoring Expo

The Sandhills Motoring Expo, previously known as the Sandhills Motoring Festival, will feature Porsche as its highlighted marque this year in Pinehurst. The event, under the new leadership of Chris Smith, founder of the Sandhills Motoring Club, aims to showcase a variety of Porsche models, both classic and modern. More details about the Expo are forthcoming.

This rebranding marks a new era for the Expo, focusing on automotive culture and community involvement. The Expo team acknowledges the contributions of former President Marvin Waters and is excited to offer an enhanced experience for attendees. Further details and registration information for the event will be announced soon. See details SandhillsMotoringExpo.com

Southern Pines Announces New Trail for Bikes and Pedestrians

The Town of Southern Pines, together with NCDOT, is developing a multi-modal trail on Knoll Road, enabling biking and walking from Midland Road to Airport Road. This project, a crucial element of the 2010 Bicycle Transportation Plan, is estimated to cost $2.09 million, with the Town and NCDOT sharing the expenses. Emphasizing community involvement, the project seeks public input to refine the design and address concerns. To offer input go to Southern-pines.civilspace.io.

Help Identify Malfunctioning Street Lights in Aberdeen!

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].

New Collaboration to Propel Adult Education and Workforce Development in Moore County

The Moore County Chamber of Commerce is one of nine organizations participating in a national initiative by the ACCE (Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives) to enhance collaborations with community colleges and organizations, aiming to increase the number of adult learners of color earning relevant credentials or degrees. Funded by the Lumina Foundation, this program involves teams from nine regions, including Moore County, which is partnering with Sandhills Community College and the Southern Pines Land and Housing Trust. The initiative seeks to address barriers to credential attainment and develop long-term strategies for educational and professional success. See details MooreCountyChamber.com .

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)