Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #124 2/9/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Investigation Closes on Fatal Aberdeen Collision

📰 Moore County's Sovereign Aerospace Launches $4.15M Aviation Plant

📰 Pinehurst Resort Teams Up with Rain Bird for Premier Irrigation Solutions

📰 CFH Parachute Team: Pinehurst Heroes Receive Top Air Show Industry Honor

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Investigation Closes on Fatal Aberdeen Collision

The Aberdeen Police Department has concluded its investigation into a fatal collision that occurred on February 3, 2024, near the entrance to Dick’s Sporting Goods on 15-501. The accident involved a 2017 Suzuki GS-XR 1000 motorcycle, driven by Rafael De Jesus Flores Jr., who tragically lost his life, and a 2013 Honda Ridgeline with three occupants, two of whom sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation found excessive speed by Flores to be a contributing factor but found no fault with the Honda Ridgeline's driver, resulting in no charges being filed. Source: Aberdeen Police Department Press Release.

Moore County's Sovereign Aerospace Launches $4.15M Aviation Plant

Sovereign Aerospace, a veteran-owned aviation firm here in Moore County, is expanding its operations with a $4.15 million investment in Elizabethtown, Bladen County. This investment will fund the creation of a manufacturing plant for Vulcanair V1.0 aircraft. Founded with a mission to support veterans and foster community through aviation, Sovereign Aerospace's growth reflects North Carolina's ambition to become a global leader in aerospace manufacturing. The project is supported by state and local partners and underscores the company's commitment to economic development and veteran support in the aviation sector. See details Columbus County News.

Pinehurst Resort Teams Up with Rain Bird for Premier Irrigation Solutions

Pinehurst Resort has announced a new partnership with Rain Bird Corp., designating it as the official irrigation partner. This collaboration involves Rain Bird supplying state-of-the-art irrigation technology and services for Pinehurst's golf courses, including the new No. 10 course and The Cradle short course. The partnership also supports upcoming U.S. Open Championships and industry initiatives like the Green Start Academy. See full story Golfdom.com.

CFH Parachute Team: Pinehurst Heroes Receive Top Air Show Industry Honor

The Children of Fallen Heroes (CFH) Parachute Team, based in Pinehurst, N.C., has been honored with the Pinnacle Platinum Performers award by the International Council of Air Shows (ICAS). Recognized for their exceptional Honoring Heroes Tour and comprised of notable members from various halls of fame and records, the team views this award as a celebration of the airshow industry's collaborative spirit. The CFH team extends their gratitude to the industry's community, dedicating the award to those who support their vision of inspiring the future. See details Fayetteville Business Journal.

Congratulations Pinecrest Girls Bowling Team on your Conference Tournament Championship! The win took place Wednesday, February 7, at Sandhills Bowling Center.

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.

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. Contact Nathan at 910-692-9014.

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!

Are you a Moore County business owner with a story to tell?

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• 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 16

  • Don’t Dress For Dinner - Dinner Theatre 6:30-8:30pm

• February 21

  • Moore County Business Connect Networking 6:30-7:30pm 670 SW Broad St. Southern Pines (Beside Beefeaters)

• 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 8

  • Seven Lakes Art Fest 12-3pm The Atrium, Seven Lakes

  • Health Symposium II “New Approaches to Old Problems” 10am-12Noon by Women of the Pines. There is no cost, but registration is required. Pinehurst Village Hall 395 Magnolia Rd, Pinehurst.

• March 16

  • Village of Pinehurst St. Patrick’s Parade 10am Downtown Pinehurst

• March 19

  • Pinecone Pathways Hunt begins

• March 23

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

• March 30

  • Senior Games in the Pines Mar.30 through May 11. Registration deadline March 22. Register Here.

• 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)