Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #116 1/31/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Burlington Store in Aberdeen Opens February 16

📰 Painted Pony Installations Have Begun in Southern Pines!

📰 MCSO Mourns the Loss of Esteemed Former Member Ed Floyd

📰 MCSOAS Waiving Adoption Fees For Current Adoptees

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Burlington Store in Aberdeen Opens February 16

Burlington is opening the new store in Aberdeen on February 16, located at the former Bed Bath & Beyond on Highway 15-501. The opening will feature special offers, including a $10 bonus card for the first 100 customers and free umbrellas on Sunday February 18. Additionally, Burlington will donate $5,000 to a local elementary school through AdoptAClassroom.org during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The store will be open seven days a week, with extended hours on weekends. See details Sandhills Sentinel.

Painted Pony Installations Have Begun in Southern Pines!

The 5th Annual Painted Ponies Art Walk and Auction is set to dazzle Southern Pines from now through early April. This event, free and open to the public, features 16 life-size pony sculptures, each uniquely designed by local artists. The Painted Ponies will be on display along Broad Street, with maps available at the Southern Pines Visitors Center. This year features 16 ponies and 21 sponsors. The previous year's auction raised over $90,000 for the Carolina Horse Park Foundation.

The big reveal is scheduled for Saturday Feb. 3 on Broad St. in Southern Pines. The 2024 event will culminate in a live online auction on April 6, with proceeds supporting the Carolina Horse Park. This event is a significant fundraiser, contributing to park maintenance and safety. See more details on CarolinaHorsePark.com.

MCSO Mourns the Loss of Esteemed Former Member Ed Floyd

The Moore County Sheriff's Office is in mourning following the passing of Franklin “Ed” Edward Floyd, a former member and career public servant. After serving in the US Army, Ed began his law enforcement career in 1960 and retired as the ABC Officer Chief in 1987. He also served as a Bailiff with the Moore County Sheriff’s Office until 2003.

MCSOAS Waiving Adoption Fees For Current Adoptees

The Moore County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services is waiving adoptio fees for their current adoptees. The standard adoption process and background check will still apply. Now is a great chance to adopt a new furry family member.

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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• 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.

  • Sustainable Farming Discussion 3pm Southern Pines Public Library

  • Painted Ponies Reveal - Broad St., Southern Pines

• 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]

  • Painted Ponies Live Online Auction (On display on Broad St., Southern Pines)

• 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)