Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #142 3/01/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Sandhills Luck Continues With Yet Another Lottery Winner

📰 Saturday Lane Closure on US 1 Near Mac's Breakfast Anytime

📰 Charlie Sifford's Historic Memorabilia Finds Home Here in Pinehurst

📰 Operation in Cameron Leads to Multiple Drug-Related Arrests

📰 Jeff Sanborn to Step Down as Pinehurst Village Manager in October

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local Business Partners

📅 Local Events

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Sandhills Luck Continues With Yet Another Lottery Winner

Amy Douglas of Cameron turned a $20 scratch-off ticket into a $100,000 jackpot. She bought the winning Diamond Deluxe ticket, attracted by its design, from Prince Mart in Sanford. After taxes, she collected $71,506 and plans to pay off her bills and mortgage with her winnings. See full article NCLottery.com.

Saturday Lane Closure on US 1 Near Mac's Breakfast Anytime

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the right northbound lane of US 1 near Mac's Breakfast Anytime will be closed from 9:00 a.m. for utility relocation by a contractor, expected to last 12 hours. The left lane will stay open, but drivers are urged to be cautious due to the proximity of workers to the road.

Charlie Sifford's Historic Memorabilia Finds Home Here in Pinehurst

The USGA has acquired a collection of memorabilia from golf pioneer Charlie Sifford, the first African American PGA Tour competitor and World Golf Hall of Fame inductee. This collection, encompassing over 200 pieces from Sifford's professional and personal life, includes letters, photographs, clothing, medals, awards, golf clubs, and personal items. It will primarily reside at the USGA Golf Museum and Library, with select pieces displayed in Charlie Sifford's locker at the new World Golf Hall of Fame here on the USGA's Pinehurst campus. See full story USGA.org.

Operation in Cameron Leads to Multiple Drug-Related Arrests

In a collaborative operation on February 28th, 2024, Moore County law enforcement arrested four individuals in Cameron for various drug-related offenses. The operation, conducted on February 28th, 2024, was a collaborative effort between the Moore County Sheriff’s Office and the Moore County Probation/Parole, targeting a residence on Samuel Medlin Lane in Cameron. The initial probation search led to the execution of a search warrant, uncovering an array of illegal substances including methamphetamine, fentanyl, buprenorphine with naloxone (Suboxone), alongside various drug paraphernalia, leading to charges against Crystal Anne Medlin, James Patrick Britt, Steven James Smith, and Timothy Gerald Barbour Jr.

Jeff Sanborn to Step Down as Pinehurst Village Manager in October

Jeff Sanborn, Village Manager of Pinehurst, will resign on October 25, 2024. Having led the Village to maintain the lowest tax rate in Moore County and win multiple excellence awards, his departure marks the end of a significant era. Sanborn's leadership has been widely acknowledged, including receiving the Leading the Way Award. Prior to his role in Pinehurst, he served 27 years in the U.S. Army. The search for his successor is underway, with the Council focusing on ensuring a smooth transition.

Last Day for Early Voting is Saturday, March 2!

For complete voting information, go to www.MooreCountyNC.gov.

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• 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 (You do not have to be a member to attend.)

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

  • Community Art Market 11am-3pm 100 Russell Dr. in Star

• March 5

  • Twostep Tuesday Classes at Hatchet Brewing Company, Southern Pines Beginner class 6:30-7:30pm $15. Includes Open Dancing after class. No registration needed. Pay at the door. Singles welcome.

  • Open Dancing at Hatchet Brewing Company. Southern Pines. Tuesdays 7:30-9:45pm. $10 cover. Pay at the door. Dance 2step, Swing, Shag, NightClub, ChaCha, and more to a mix of Country, Blues, Beach and Pop musc.

• March 6

  • Celebrate 30 Years of the Robbins Area Library 3-5pm

• 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 9

  • Moore Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 8-10am at Kickback Jacks in Southern Pines. $10 per plate in advance or at the door.

  • Survivor’s Ball 7-10pm Down Memory Lane Event Venue 161 Dawkins St., Aberdeen.

• March 15

  • Robbins Fire & Rescue 3rd Annual Spaghetti Dinner 11am-Until; Drive Thru or Dine In

• March 16

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

  • Downtown Aberdeen Spring Open House 9am start. Business Hours may vary.

• March 19

  • Pinecone Pathway Hunt Begins

• March 23

  • Easter Egg Hunt 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.