Moore County Connect Newsletter #186 4/22/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Aberdeen Fire Department Boosts Fleet with High-Capacity Tanker

📰 Aberdeen Police Arrest Local for Embezzling Funds from Habitat for Humanity

📰 Moore County Hosts Youth Aviation Day

📰 Carthage to Launch Downtown Revitalization with $512.5K State Grant

🤝 Local Business Partners

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

📅 Local Events

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Aberdeen Fire Department Boosts Fleet with High-Capacity Tanker

The Aberdeen Fire Department has enhanced its firefighting fleet with a new tanker, Tanker 426, featuring a 3,000-gallon water tank and a pump that operates while the vehicle is in motion. Operations Chief Alan Holmes personally transported the tanker from its manufacturer in Minnesota to Aberdeen. The tanker, significantly larger than standard engines, will be stationed at Aberdeen Station 42 to better serve rural areas. Final preparations include outfitting and rigorous testing before the tanker becomes operational. See details Moore Breaking Newz.

Aberdeen Police Arrest Local for Embezzling Funds from Habitat for Humanity

Douglas Ross Jr., a 22-year-old employee of Habitat for Humanity, has been arrested and charged with felony larceny for allegedly embezzling over $50,000 through fraudulent returns. Aberdeen Police, after an investigation that included reviewing surveillance and transactions, identified Ross as the suspect. He was arrested on April 19 and is held on a $1,000 secured bond, with his legal proceedings pending. See details Sandhills Sentinel.

Moore County Hosts Youth Aviation Day

The Moore County Airport is set to host the Young Eagles Kids Fly Free event on May 4th, providing free flights for children aged 8 to 17. The event, supported by local pilots and the EAA, aims to foster an interest in aviation through short flights around local landmarks. The community-oriented event requires easy on-site registration and recommends attendees to dress appropriately for an engaging and educational day. See details WKML.com.

Carthage to Launch Downtown Revitalization with $512.5K State Grant

The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA), under the guidance of Governor Roy Cooper, has allocated $10.98 million in grants to various local governments, aimed at creating 565 jobs and attracting over $211 million in investments. These grants support infrastructure, building renovation, and site improvement projects in rural areas, enhancing economic development and downtown revitalization. The Town of Carthage has received $512,500 of the RIA grand money to kickstart the first three phases of its ambitious Streetscape Infrastructure Downtown Project. See details Fayetteville Business Journal.

Volunteer Opportunities for US Kids Golf World Championships

The 19th U.S. Kids Golf World Championships will take place in Pinehurst from July 23 to August 4. Volunteers are needed and recruitment is open, offering various roles and benefits to participants. Click HERE for volunteer information.

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 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 26

  • Aberdeen Postmaster’s House Fundraiser - Chicken Bog Plate Sale 204 E. South St. Aberdeen ( All proceeds go to help preserve the oldest private residence in Aberdeen.)

• 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

  • Spring Craft Market 9am-3pm Fidelity Bank Parking Lot, Robbins

• 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.

  • Young Eagles Kids Fly Free Event 9am-1pm Moore County Airport. More Information. 

• 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