Murray Duggins, who has worked in the real estate industry for 30 years, became a 2021 recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on Oct. 14. Duggins lead the expansion of United Realty to become a leader in single-family housing in North Carolina. He also has an impressive apartment portfolio; in fact, it is one of the most successful in the Carolinas.
The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is reserved as the highest honor from North Carolina governors. It is given to people “who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments,” according to The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Society.
On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri
This is the fourth year that ETI has hosted the event, and in years past Freeman has seen a host of innovative technology, including various drone types and programming, robotic dogs, 3D printed houses, and airspace scanners. Photo provided by USSOCO
Crystal McLean (left) with Scott Embry (right). Money Box Academy received a $10,000 grant from United Way of Cumberland County’s Youth Growth Stock Trust. Photos provided by Crystal McLean.The Youth Growth Stock Trust Committee, administered by the
