Moore County Connect Newsletter Issue #127 2/13/24

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In Today’s Issue…

🌤 Moore County NC Weather

📰 Targeted Gunfire Incident Leaves One Injured in Southern Pines

📰 Fatal Accident on U.S. 1: Bicyclist Dies After Being Hit by Van

📰 Sandhills Community College IDs Now Valid for NC Voting Identification

📰 Recent Moore County Arrests

🏀 Local High School Sports Live Stream Links

🤝 Local business Partners

👀 Wealth Advisor Nathan Cherry Insider Insight: Do You Have Discretionary or Non-Discretionary Accounts?

📅 Local Events

🎉 Celebrate! Today is…

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Targeted Gunfire Incident Leaves One Injured in Southern Pines

A targeted shooting in a Southern Pines neighborhood Sunday night, February 11, resulted in a man being hit twice by gunfire. The incident, which occurred on Haines Court, is under investigation by the Southern Pines Police, who have stated the attack was intentional. The victim, a man in his 30s, suffered non-life-threatening injuries to his lower extremities. See details MyFox8.com.

Fatal Accident on U.S. 1: Bicyclist Dies After Being Hit by Van

Larry Donell Cameron, 63, of Aberdeen died after his bicycle was hit by a van on U.S. Highway 1 in Aberdeen this past Saturday evening. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The accident led to a complete shutdown of the highway for investigation. See details Sandhills Sentinel.

Sandhills Community College IDs Now Valid for NC Voting Identification

The State Board of Elections in North Carolina has expanded its list of acceptable forms of photo identification for voting in the 2024 primary and general elections. A total of 21 additional student and government identification cards have now been authorized for this purpose. Among the newly approved IDs are those issued by Sandhills Community College (serving Moore and Hoke Counties), including IDs for students of Sandhoke Early College and employees of the institution. These IDs, along with other approved student and employee identification cards, will be recognized statewide as valid photo identification for voting until the end of 2024.

Identity Theft and Computer Fraud Arrest Announced

Sheriff Ronnie Fields recently reported a significant arrest in the Carthage area, stemming from a thorough investigation into fraudulent activities. The Moore County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a case of fraud on January 11, 2024, after a local resident reported several unauthorized transactions made with their debit/credit card.

Following an investigative period, on February 8, 2024, authorities apprehended Rene Francine Smith, a 46-year-old resident of Carthage. Smith faces serious charges including one count of felony identity theft, one count of felony obtaining property by false pretense, and three counts of felony computer fraud. In response to these charges, Smith was detained at the Moore County Detention Center, with bail set at a $35,000.00 secured bond.

Eagle Springs Resident Arrested in Moore County Narcotics Operation

Sheriff Ronnie Fields has announced a significant development in Moore County's fight against drugs, following a successful operation in the Eagle Springs area. On February 9th, 2024, Moore County Sheriff’s Office detectives conducted a search warrant on Sawgrass Road, uncovering oxycodone, marijuana, and various drug paraphernalia.

The operation led to the arrest of 69-year-old Robert Dell Diggs of Eagle Springs, who now faces multiple drug-related charges. Diggs is being detained at the Moore County Detention Center with a secured bond set at $50,000.00.

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: Do you have discretionary or non-discretionary accounts?

The rules to this type of account require the advisor to be acting in the best interest of the client and not to exceed the agreed upon risk profile of the client. In other words, a client wanting to be moderate cannot suddenly have an aggressive account.

Non-discretionary means the adviser has to get the client’s permission before placing any trades in the account. This account works well for people who want to have a hands-on approach to their accounts.

If you don’t know what you have, you should ask. If you aren’t meeting regularly with your adviser, you should ask about that, too. If you want to talk more about it, call or email me. Contact Nathan at 910-692-9014.

SPOTLIGHT

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?

Do you have a favorite Moore County Business You Would Like to Nominate?

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• 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.

• April 20

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

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)