Pinehurst News

Cristie Kerr and Paula Creamer formed the ideal final pairing for Saturday's third round of the 64th United States Women Open on Saucon Valley's Old Course.

The Moore County Summit's Water Task Force has more on its mind than adequate sources of water.

Marilyn Herbin Thursday thanked Habitat for Humanity of the N.C. Sandhills for her new home on Old Gibson Road in Hamlet.

In the mood for Italian, but your better half has a yen for sushi? Then hop into the car and head for Garner, where Capriccio 42 can satisfy both your cravings.

With Independence Day falling on a Saturday this year, state, county and municipal offices will be closed Friday for the annual holiday.

Moore County will celebrate its patriotism Saturday with a variety of events for this year's Independence Day, offering both locals and visitors a fun, commemorative and authentic holiday experience.

A state House committee has approved a mechanism to allow referendums before involuntary annexations can take place, but some foes aren't satisfied with the provision.

Michael Byers couldn't wait to get back on the docks to go tubing again. The 15-year-old stood on the steps of the Windemere's subdivision clubhouse ready to take off the second the boat returned to the dock.

Aaron Stewart walked onto the 18th green at Pinehurst's No. 2 course on Monday and allowed himself a peek at the imposing figure standing near the clubhouse.

State Sen. Harris Blake is continuing to promote business transactions between North Carolina and Asian nations.

Every year, we gear up for spring flowers and colorful gardens. One of the most popular and colorful plants is the strawberry, which seems to be a magnetic attraction for everyone.

A vehicle stop on Murdocksville Road near Pinehurst Tuesday resulted in the seizure of 20.5 pounds of marijuana and the arrest of two individuals.

On a short list of those things for which North Carolina is justifiably famous, there is the sport of golf.

A second fundraiser to benefit Robert Leffer, the trucker from Sanford who was badly injured in an accident this year, will take place July 18.

The Moore County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved District Attorney Maureen Krueger's request to pursue two grants.

Moore County Chapter No. 966 of Vietnam Veterans of America raises money through a raffle to support needs of local veterans of all eras.

Tanner Bowden of Blossom earned a spot on Friday to play in the 2009 U.S. Kids Golf Teen World Championship.

After a closed session Monday night, the Moore County Board of Commissioners approved four right-of-way easements and a property swap, all aimed at improving utilities in the village of Pinehurst.

Education has never been more important to Moore County than it is right now. Our corner of the world may be a tiny element in a global recession, but at home the effect at the moment is brutal.

Two speakers expressed opposing views about the budget and a proposed tax rate cut during the public-comment period at the Monday meeting of the Moore County Board of Commissioners.