Moore County Connect Newsletter #259 7/18/24

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In Today’s Issue

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰Pinehurst Traffic Circle Meetings

📰Moore County Eyes Dual Racetrack Projects for Economic Boost

📰National Interest: Congress Considers New Cyber Force Amid Rising Threats

🤝Local Business Partners

📅Local Events

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Pinehurst Traffic Circle Meetings

Here are a few images showing the large turnout of residents for the first Pinehurst Traffic Circle Meeting by NCDOT, held Tuesday July 16th at Pinehurst Elementary. (Photos by Moore County Connect Newsletter)

Here’s how to submit your input:

Call (984) 205-6615, enter code: 7045 or email [email protected] or at ​NCDOT's public input portal​ by Aug. 23, 2024.​

For additional information or to mail comments, contact:

Greg Davis, P.E. 
Project Engineer
NCDOT Highway Division 8
121 DOT Drive
Carthage, NC 28327

The next two NCDOT Pinehurst Traffic Circle Informational meetings are:

• Thursday July 18, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Moore County Agriculture Center, 707 Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage

• Tuesday July 23, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Aberdeen First Baptist Church, 700 N. Sandhills Boulevard, Aberdeen

Moore County Eyes Dual Racetrack Projects for Economic Boost

You thought there was just one? Moore County could be the host of two exciting racetrack projects: Uwharrie Motorsports Park, a public 3.6-mile track inspired by the Nürburgring, and Cameron Motor Club, a private 1.7-mile track with luxury amenities. While Uwharrie Motorsports Park promises economic revitalization in a designated opportunity zone, the Cameron Motor Club aims to offer a secluded, upscale experience for members. Both projects seek to transform Moore County into a major driving destination, despite facing some community opposition. See details CarandDriver.com.

National Interest: Congress Considers New Cyber Force Amid Rising Threats

Congress is considering the creation of a new cyber force to tackle the growing cyber threats from geopolitical rivals like China and to address ongoing organizational and staffing issues within U.S. military cyber operations. The proposed study, included in the annual defense policy bill, mirrors the process that led to the creation of the Space Force.

Advocates believe a dedicated cyber force could resolve chronic personnel shortages and provide specialized focus, while opponents warn of potential disruptions and believe recent changes at Cyber Command could address these issues more efficiently. Regardless of the outcome, each military branch will still need to manage its unique cyber needs. See details WUNC.org.

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