Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #115 1/30/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Robbins License Plate Agency Set to Close, NCDMV Seeks New Contractor

📰 Southern Pines Police Appeal for Footage to Solve Recent Car Thefts

📰 Reminder: Rising Mail Theft and Check Fraud

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

👀 Insider Insight: Wealth Advisor Insider Nathan Cherry: An Important Question to Ask Your Bank

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Robbins License Plate Agency Set to Close, NCDMV Seeks New Contractor

The Robbins license plate agency, operated by Martha Boswell since 2019, will close on January 31 at 5 p.m. as the current contract ends. The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles is accepting applications for a new contractor until February 8. In the meantime, nearby agencies in Troy, Sanford, Asheboro, and Siler City are available for vehicle-related services. The NCDMV also encourages using online services for various vehicle tasks, including tax payments and registration renewals. See full story Sandhills Sentinel.

Southern Pines Police Appeal for Footage to Solve Recent Car Thefts

The Southern Pines Police Department is investigating a series of car break-ins and thefts that took place in the Midsouth and Arboretum areas on Saturday night, January 27. They are requesting the public's assistance in reviewing security camera footage to help identify the culprits. The police are also reminding residents to secure their vehicles by locking them and not leaving keys inside to prevent such incidents. Source: Southern Pines Police Dept.

Reminder: Rising Mail Theft and Check Fraud

We featured this story last week, but it’s worth repeating. The Southern Pines Police Department has warned residents about an increase in mail theft from roadside mailboxes, with a particular focus on stolen checks. These checks are at risk of being altered and fraudulently cashed. The police are urging the community to report any suspicious activity and are providing tips on how to protect mail, such as promptly collecting mail, using online bill payments, and writing checks with gel ink pens that are less susceptible to alteration.

Update: According to Southern Pines Police, the vehicle pictured has been seen in the area where thefts have occurred. If you have video from home security cameras or know who this vehicle belongs to, contact the Southern Pines Police Department at 910-692-7031. Source: Southern Pines 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

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Wealth Advisor Insider Nathan Cherry: An Important Question to Ask Your Bank

Banks will not necessarily tell existing customers about their high yield or money market options. You may be missing out on additional interest earnings by not asking. Asking this one question could see your hard-earned cash accrue some interest in 2024. An account with $50k in it could yield enough interest to pay property taxes, cover a vacation, or put spending money in your pocket. Seems worth a conversation with your bank.  Hicks & Associates Website.

We are always looking for local Moore County Businesses to highlight in our newsletter because we’re all about local! We would ask that the nominated businesses operate in or service people in Moore County and have a functioning website, not just a Facebook page. We’ll notify you if your nomination catches our eye!

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• February 3

  • Moore Area Shag Society Monthly Social 7-10pm at Down Memory Lane, Aberdeen - $10 Members, $15 Guests (Yearly Membership: $5) Must be 21 to attend.

• February 5

  • Southern Pines Civic Club 1-3pm 105 South Ashe St. Southern Pines

• 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

  • Moore Area Shag Society Monthly Social/Dance featuring Cat5 Band 7-10pm. Tickets $20 in advance / $25 at the door. Event details: www.MASSEventTickets.com

  • 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 6

  • Annual Highfalls Old Time Fiddlers Convention to benefit local music education 6pm North Moore High School Auditorium Registration 4:30-6pm; $10 Admission. More Information: [email protected]

• 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)