PEMBROKE — Lumbee Tribal Chairman John Lowery has pledged to provide weekly updates as the Tribe transitions to becoming a fully federally recognized Tribe. In an update posted by the Tribe on ...

The first author on the paper, Michael Almeida, conducted his Ph.D. research entirely at UNCP’s Biotechnology Research and Training Center. Additional co-authors include UNCP graduates Pait (2015), Dr ...

LUMBERTON — The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified individuals to serve as detention officers and armed detention officers (ADO’s). All training, equipment and uniforms are provided ...

PSRC honored Ricardo Navarrete, band and music teacher at Orrum Middle School, as the Jan. 2026 Certified Impact Award recipient. He is pictured, holding his plaque, alongside family members, OMS ...

LUMBERTON — The N.C. Cooperative Extension will hold a Farm Tax Issues Workshop on March 5. This educational event will provide farmers with a better understanding of farm taxes and teach the latest ...

PEMBROKE — With Winter Storm Fern expected to cover most of the state over the weekend, the UNC Pembroke’s doubleheader basketball contest with Lees-McRae scheduled for Saturday has been postponed.

PEMBROKE — Looking for build off of a strong showing in the fall, the UNC Pembroke golf team was picked to finish fifth with the release of the Conference Carolinas Preseason Coaches Poll, league ...

The Braves (12-6, 9-1 CC) extend their win streak to six games and have won their last eight meetings against UMO when playing in Korengay Arena. The setback for the Trojans (8-10, 5-5 CC) snapped a ...

ROBESON COUNTY — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Robeson County ahead of an expected winter storm forecast for this weekend.

This continues an ongoing effort by community members to address issues with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), also known as “forever chemicals” surrounding the landfill. The board has twice ...

LUMBERTON — With dangerously cold temperatures expected, White Flag Shelters will be available from Saturday through Wednesday to help keep individuals and families safe and warm. Officials encourage ...

FAIRMONT — Mayor Charles Kemp recognized the three local students who received the 2026 Martin Luther King student unity award during Monday’s Fairmont Board of Commissioners meeting.