Owings Led Improvement of County's Public Safety
Implementing the 911 system was one of the many long-lasting marks Mal Owings made on the county during his eight years on the board. Creation of the county Emergency Medical Services and successful passage of a countywide referendum for a special Advance Life Support property tax to fund paid paramedics also occurred during his watch
In Boone: Finding a Second Home With Mountaineers
Several years ago, I discovered yet another wonderful attraction in the North Carolina mountains — Appalachian State University football.
Ellmers Turns Back Challenge from Wilkins
Ellmers, a first-term Republican from Harnett County, defeated Democrat Steve Wilkins of Moore County. She received 56 percent of the vote, with Wilkins garnering 41 percent, according to unofficial returns. Libertarian Brian Irving was a distant third with less than 3 percent.
Three Vie for U.S. House District 2 Seat
The 2nd District, redrawn as a result of the 2010 Census, includes all of Moore and Lee counties, about half of Hoke County, and portions of Cumberland, Harnett, Chatham, Randolph, Wake and Alamance counties. Moore previously was in the 6th District and was represented by Republican Howard Coble.
What a Pleasure to Run With Our Pilot Interns
Every year around late May, anticipation always seems to build in The Pilot newsroom as we await the arrival of a new crop of interns.
Southern Pines Named All-America City for Reading Campaign
Southern Pines has been named an All-America City for a comprehensive campaign to improve reading developed by a broad coalition of business, government and civic leaders.
Former Pinecrest Star Released From Prison
A former local high school star athlete who overcame drug and alcohol addiction to became a world famous runner left a West Virginia prison Wednesday after serving time for mortgage fraud.
Tillman Wins Easily in Senate 29
State Sen. Jerry Tillman easily held off two Moore County challengers Tuesday in the Republican primary for the newly configured 29th District.
Ellmers Faces Three Challengers in GOP Primary
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers is facing a challenge from three other Republican candidates in next Tuesday’s primary election.
Marcum Accuses Opponent of Violations
State Senate candidate John Marcum has filed a complaint with the State Board of Elections alleging campaign law violations by Sen. Jerry Tillman, of Randolph County.
Senate candidate files complaint against opponent
John Marcum's complaints come just over two weeks before the May 8 primary that will decide the N.C. Senate District 29 race.
GOP Primary to Decide State Senate Race
A three-way Republican primary May 8 will determine who will be Moore County’s new state senator since no Democrat filed.
Poll Shows Romney, Santorum Tied; Morgan Has Slight Lead
A recent poll shows that the Republican presidential race in North Carolina is a dead heat between Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney.
Marcum Among Last-Minute Filers Wednesday
John Marcum, of Pinehurst, filed as a Republican candidate for state Senate Wednesday morning.
Morgan Files for State Insurance Commissioner
Former state Rep. Richard Morgan filed Tuesday as a Republican candidate for state insurance commissioner.
Boles, Clack File for Re-Election
Republican state Rep. Jamie Boles has filed for re-election to a third term in representing most of Moore County.
Coble Will Run for 15th Term
Congressman Howard Coble said Friday that he will seek re-election to a 15th term — but he will no longer represent Moore County should he win.
Murder of Deputy Heads Top-10 Story List for 2011
A routine report of a trespassing at a home on Morrison Bridge Road earlier this month sparked a tragedy no one could have imagined.
Wicker’s First Big Story
As a budding reporter with the former Sandhill Citizen in Aberdeen back in 1949, Tom Wicker did not realize the magnitude of one of his first big stories.
Knife-Wielding Suspect Tries to Rob Pinehurst Hair Salon
A man brandishing a knife attempted to rob a Pinehurst hair salon Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Reid, Heart Hospital Namesake, Dies
The man for whom the FirstHealth Heart and Vascular Institute is named has died.
Candor Woman Dies in N.C. 211 Accident
A Candor woman was killed this morning when a tractor-trailer struck her vehicle on N.C. 211 just west of Seven Lakes, according to the State Highway Patrol.
FirstHealth Honors Frock for Years of Leadership
FirstHealth of the Carolinas has honored recently retired CEO Charles Frock for his two decades of leadership with the regional health care system.
Natalie Was Here: Reopening of Death Probe Stirs Local Memories
The reopening of the investigation into the death of actress Natalie Wood has more than just a passing interest for some local residents.
Sex Offenders Targeted in Operation
Law-enforcement officers in Moore, Hoke, Richmond and Scotland counties made numerous arrests and seized drugs and firearms in the first phase of a sex offender registry compliance drive.
Schools Receive Big Grant
A private foundation will invest more than $2 million in the Moore County school system to help improve student achievement.
Apartments Sold for $25 Million
A Charlotte company has bought the Park at Clearwater Apartments in Aberdeen for $25 million.
Male terrier mix found at Swank Coffee shop in downtown Southern Pines
Male terrier mix found at Swant Coffee shop in downtown Southern Pines
Tabloid Reports That Edwards Has Proposed to Mistress
John Edwards has asked his mistress, Rielle Hunter, to marry him - just weeks after burying his wife, who lost a long battle with breast cancer, The National Enquirer reported Thursday.
Elizabeth Edwards Cuts John Out of Will
Elizabeth Edwards left everything to her three children and nothing to her estranged husband, former U.S. Sen. John Edwards, according to her will that was released Wednesday.
Controversy Marks Many Top 10 Stories
On a series of 3-2 votes, the Moore County Board of Commissioners have moved forward with the plan to build an expanded jail-public safety complex in downtown Carthage - much to the chagrin of critics.
FirstHealth to Introduce Reid Heart Center Jan. 9
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
Ruling Goes Against Former Workers in Sick Building Case
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
Ruling Goes Against Former Workers in Sick Building Case
The state appeals court has ruled against seven former Moore County employees who claim that a building where they worked made them sick in the early 1990s.
Elizabeth Edwards Loses Long Battle With Cancer
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
Elizabeth Edwards Loses Long Battle With Cancer
Elizabeth Edwards, the estranged wife of former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards, died Tuesday morning after a six-year battle with breast cancer.
Moore Stockings Need Filling This Year
The 2010 Empty Stocking Fund is again helping needy families throughout Moore County.
Hearing Set Into Firm's Political Contributions
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
FirstHealth CEO Plans to Retire Next Year
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
Moore Residents Score Big Lottery Wins
Moore County residents are on a hot streak with big wins in the N.C. Education Lottery. Christmas came early for Billy Cagle, of Jackson Springs, who became the first player to win the $500,000 top prize on “$500,000 Jingle Jackpot,” one of the N.C. Education Lottery’s (NCEL) new holiday games.
Blake, Boles Relish Being in Majority in Legislature
Seat No. 47 and a state license plate number to match will be a thing of the past next year for Sen. Harris Blake.
A Big Night for GOP
Republicans in Moore County and across the nation had a lot to celebrate Tuesday night as the party registered dramatic gains.
Republicans Savor Big Gains Nationally
BY DAVID SINCLAIR
Pilot to Buy The Country Bookshop
The Pilot and The Country Bookshop have shared strong ties over the 57-year history of the venerable downtown Southern Pines store. That bond is about to grow even stronger.
Appeals Block Plans for Hoke Hospitals
Hoke County residents may have to wait a while longer to get their own hospital while two health care providers battle over whose plan best meets their needs.
State Approves FirstHealth Hoke Hospital Plan
The state has once again approved a plan by FirstHealth of the Carolinas to build a hospital in Hoke County.
State OKs FirstHealth Hoke Hospital Plan
The state has approved a plan by FirstHealth of the Carolinas to build a hospital in Hoke County.
News Staff Sees Changes at The Pilot
The Pilot's news staff has undergone some significant changes.
Local Special Ops Soldier Killed in Afghanistan
A Special Operations soldier from Pinehurst died last week after being injured during a combat operation in Afghanistan, the Army said Friday.
Russo in Legal Battle With Virginia School System
Former Moore County Schools Superintendent Pat Russo is now locked in a legal battle with his previous employer in Virginia.
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