Moore County Connect Newsletter #180 4/15/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Enhanced Services Await at Moore County Airport for U.S. Open Attendees

📰 Aberdeen Intersection Scene of Significant Two-Vehicle Crash

📰 Seagrove Potters to Celebrate Spring with 16th Annual Pottery Tour

🤝 Local Business Partners

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

📅 Local Events

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Enhanced Services Await at Moore County Airport for U.S. Open Attendees

The Moore County Airport is gearing up to offer an extensive range of services to support both arriving pilots and passengers during the 2024 U.S. Open Championship. Passengers can look forward to convenient shuttle cart services directly from the aircraft to the terminal, where they can unwind in plush, clubhouse-style furnishings and enjoy a variety of terminal hospitality services. For those seeking further convenience, there are options for rental car and VIP ground transportation through partnerships with AutoChoice Car Rental and Kirk Tours & Limousine.

Pilots will find comprehensive flight planning facilities, an exclusive hospitality area, and amenities including a private lounge, shower facilities, and a quiet room. Passengers and pilots alike can benefit from added conveniences like flight catering, quick aircraft servicing, and various on-site amenities including the Cactus Creek Coffee Shop, sponsored tastings of beer, wine, and spirits, and a community concierge service to assist with local arrangements.

Aberdeen Intersection Scene of Significant Two-Vehicle Crash

A two-vehicle crash in Aberdeen on Sunday afternoon resulted in one overturned vehicle and another with extensive front-end damage. The accident, which took place at the intersection of US Highway 1 and US Highway 15-501, led to non-life-threatening injuries for one individual, who was taken to the hospital. Emergency teams from Aberdeen Fire & Rescue, Moore County EMS, and the Aberdeen Police Department responded to the scene, where traffic was temporarily disrupted in the northbound lane of US Highway 1.

Seagrove Potters to Celebrate Spring with 16th Annual Pottery Tour

The 16th Annual Celebration of Spring Pottery Tour, organized by Seagrove Potters, will take place from April 19th to 21st, inviting visitors to explore local pottery studios, interact with the potters, and purchase unique ceramic works. The event, running daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, will also feature online shopping options at some studios.

Live Stream Game Links for Moore County High School Sports

North Moore High School

Pinecrest High School

The O’Neal School

Union Pines High School

Father Vincent Capodanno School

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• April 15

  • Deadline for Sandhills Motoring Club Expo registration. Registration Link.

• April 16

  • Twostep Tuesday at Hatchet Brewery Southern Pines Beginner Twostep Class 6:30pm $15 (includes open dancing after class) Open Dancing 7:30pm $10

• AprIl 17

  • Prancing Horse 40th Anniversary and Barn Dance 6-10pm Fair Barn, Pinehurst. More Information and Tickets.  

• April 18 

  • Lunch ‘N Learn: Grow Your Business with AI Presenter John Vaughn. 11:30am-1pm at The Biz Spot, 206 Commerce Ave. Southern Pines. Registration Link.

  • Law Enforcement Special Olympics of NC Torch Run 5k Run/Walk $20 Registration 8:30am Run starts 9am 155 Legacy Lakes Way Aberdeen

• April 19-21

  • Seagrove Potters 16th Annual Celebration of Spring Pottery Tour - Spring Kiln 10am-5pm

• April 20

  • Town of Vass Spring Festival 10am-3pm Seaboard St., Vass

  • Clenny Creek Heritage Day 10am-4pm at The McClendon Cabin. History, crafts, food, and live music.

  • Blues and Brews: A Festival at the Farm 12-7pm at Malcolm Blue Farm Admission $5

  • One Day Cornhole Tournament 11am-3pm Aberdeen Lake Park.

• April 20-21

  • Spring Home and Garden Expo at The Fair Barn.

• April 23

  • Twostep Tuesday at Hatchet Brewery Southern Pines Beginner Twostep Class 6:30pm $15 (includes open dancing after class) Open Dancing 7:30pm $10

• April 25

  • 50 Years of Fashion by Women of the Pines 11:30am-2:30pm The Fair Barn, Pinehurst. Information and Tickets.

  • Lunch ‘N Learn: Unleashing Your Story’s Power: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid for Authentic and Impactful Brand Storytelling Presenter Josh Bozeman. 11:30am-1pm at The Biz Spot, 206 Commerce Ave. Southern Pines. Registration Link.

• April 25-28

  • Palmetto to Pines Cluster Dog Show by Moore County and Myrtle Beach Kennel Clubs 8am-5pm Southeastern NC Agricultural Center in Lumberton, NC.

• April 27

  • Medicine Drop at Seven Lakes Fire Department 10am-2pm. Bring your expired and unused medications for safe disposal. West End.

  • Springfest Arts & Crafts Fair Downtown Southern Pines 10am-4pm

• April 30

  • Twostep Tuesday at Hatchet Brewery Southern Pines Beginner Twostep Class 6:30pm $15 (includes open dancing after class) Open Dancing 7:30pm $10

• May 3-4

  • Town of Cameron Street Fair 9am-5pm Both Days. Rain or Shine

• May 4

  • Moore Area Shag Society Dance/Social 7-10pm DJ Jerry King; Members $10/Guests $15 (Memberships $5 for the year) at Down Memory Lane, 161 Dawkins St. Aberdeen.

  • May the Force Be With You Costume Party 6-9pm Tyson Sinclaire Ballroom in Carthage.

• May 7

  • Moore County Choral Society Spring Concert: Illumination 4-5pm Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church in Southern Pines

• May 11

  • 35th Annual Carthage Buggy Festival 9am-4pm Downtown Carthage

• May 17-18

  • Pro Rodeo Gates open 6pm, Rodeo starts at 8pm nightly Moore County Agricultural Fairgrounds in Carthage

• May 22

  • Blood Drive Sponsored By the Women of Seven Lakes, Hosted by the Red Cross. 10am-3pm at Seven Lakes North Clubhouse. Make reservations at RedCross.org, Appointment for Zip Code 27376 and 7 Lakes N Clubhouse.2