Volume 2 Issue 23: May 12, 2023

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May 18, 2023

More than a pool: The James A. Leach Aquatic & Recreation Center is now open to the community for food, fun and exercise

The new Olympic sized swimming pool features a waterslide, dump buckets and observation area for spectators for local swim meets. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY GFBJA long awaited addition has finally made its permanent appearance in Hoke County.The facility als ...

May 18, 2023

J & K General Contractors: The largest contractor firm in Hoke County is preparing to expand as development activity increases in the area

The J & K General Contractors team in front of the plans for the Shahbain Development, one of 14 housing developmentscurrently under construction in Hoke County. PHOTO PROVIDED BY GFBJNow serving as the largest contractor firm in Hoke County, J & ...

May 18, 2023

County courthouse is coming: Construction on a new hoke county courthouse to start this summer in downtown Raeford

Outside digital renderings of the new courthouse and administration building which will be located in the center of Downtown Raeford.DESIGN RENDERINGS BY SILLING ARCHITECTSSilling Architects and Metcon Buildings and Infrastructure expect to break gro ...

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What a Hospital TV Show Taught Me About the Technology We Never Think About

Posted Sep 1, 2026
I’ll admit, I wasn’t expecting a TV show to make me think about office technology. Lately, I’ve been watching “The Pitt”, a medical drama that follows the doctors, nurses, and staff working through the fast-paced challenges of a fictional Pittsburgh
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May 18, 2023

Real estate rev up: Manley says “it’s just a matter of time” before commercial developments follow the trend of booming residential in Hoke County

Holly Bell (left) and George Manley (right) began their partnership in 2008. PHOTO PROVIDED BY GEORGE MANLEYBusiness partners Holly Bell and George Manley are the owners of Bell Manley Real Estate LLC, a full-service real estate brokerage specializin ...

May 18, 2023

Building Boom: Hoke County is drawing in outside contractors to be part of the current surge in commercial and residential developments

Real Estate Developer and Consultant Charles Morris has played an instrumental role in the development of Hoke County,working with developers and property owners to facilitate growth and development plans everyone can be proud of. PHOTO PROVIDED BY G ...

May 17, 2023

Incoming IT infrastructure: A budding project created to meet community IT storage needs has its sights set on Hoke County

SENCIX is a new internet exchange center that would connect local clients with the IT resources and hardware to expand internet possibilities in Hoke County. BRETT-SAYLES/PEXELS.COMThe Southeastern North Carolina Internet Exchange (SENCIX) is set to ...


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Veterans Month Reflects FTCC's Daily Commitment to Those Who Serve

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Meet the H2 Contracting Team

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How public art transforms everyday spaces

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In The Current Issue

A legacy of valor: Recognizing the vital role of the Green Beret Foundation in supporting Special Forces

The US Army Special Forces (SF), known as Green Berets because they are awarded a green beret to wear following the rigorous selection and training process, are specialized military units trained to conduct special operations. Photo provided by the G


Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

Fuel to Serve will go “beyond the dining hall,” using food and shared meals as trusted entry points to link families with a broader network of resources. Photo courtesy of USAA.USAA and the Robert Irvine Foundation recently announced Fuel to Serve. T


Publisher's note: Happy Halloween!

Yes, those are decorations currently in my home. Yes, I may have spent more money than average for two oversized mums that are taking up way too much space on my porch, and yes, I may have stood my ground in a Lowe’s hardware store arguing with my hu