ORRUM — Spring break is behind us and summertime is right around the corner; time to start dusting off that camping gear.

RALEIGH — During the Divine-9 Legislative Day at the North Carolina General Assembly, Rep. James Roberson, D-Dist. 39 (Wake County), and Douglas McMillan of Lumberton will take a few moments with the families and friends of Dr. William Rogers Jr. and Dr. Thomas McPhatter to celebrate their lives and their many contributions to their communities and the world. The public is invited for the event at noon on Wednesday at the Legislative Building Auditorium, 16 W, Jones St., Raleigh.

ORRUM — Spring break is behind us and summertime is right around the corner; time to start dusting off that camping gear.

LUMBERTON — A local K-9 officer was recognized at the Palmetto to Pines Dog Show.

LUMBERTON — The Robeson County Animal Protective Services (RCAPS) had two litters of puppies Friday during its adoption event Friday.

Homeowners enjoy gardening for many different reasons. In addition to adding beauty to a property, gardens can offset grocery costs by yielding tasty produce. They also offer important habitats and food sources for both insects and animals.

LUMBERTON — Funding for cancer research, locally and across the county, saw a significant influx of cash recently with the participation of Robeson County volunteers connected to the annual Relay for Life.

LUMBERTON — Jersey Mike’s of Lumberton and the UNC Health Southeastern Foundation celebrated a successful Day and Month of Giving campaign with a check presentation to mark $20,720 raised for the overall campaign.

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LUMBERTON — With all the different types of gardening we enjoy, have you ever considered rain gardening or rainscaping your property?