After a rocky year, Southern Pines Brewing Company on Thursday, Dec. 18, announced plans to close its remaining brick and mortar locations. Reporter Frank Daniels IV lays out the timeline. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

During a special called meeting in Robbins, the town's board of commissioners heard public comment and an updated estimate for the Ellie Jean Project play park. Reporter Jonathan Bym shares the latest. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

After six years in business, Hatchet Brewing Company owner and CEO Greg Walker has announced plans to close the company. Reporter Frank Daniels IV shares how Walker described the decision-making process and his next steps in the coming weeks. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Following the announcement of a $75,000 grant to the Town of Robbins for an accessible playground, funds for which were initially seeded by the Ellie Jean Project, the town's Board of Commissioners tabled a decision on accepting the funds pending a “transparent figure” for the complete project. Reporter Jonathan Bym explains the details ahead of a special-called meeting to address the project. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

In a recent meeting, the Southern Pines Town Council approved updates to the town's subdivision codes in an effort to create development pathways for small-to-medium-style home options. Reporter Ana Risano explains some of the changes and how they will apply to the town. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

A recent school board decision could reshape how meeting agendas are arranged. Reporter Matt Lamb outlines the change and its impact on the board's regular business meetings. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

The local CVB announced the recipients of the second distribution of grants from its One-time Project Fund. Reporter Elena Marsh shares the recipients and some of the discussion surrounding the decision-making during the authority's recent board meeting. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

At a recent Board of Commissioners meeting, town officials were briefed on a water capacity and storm water assessment. Reporter Ana Risano explains the details. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Amazon has opened its Southern Pines delivery station heading into the holiday season. Reporter Frank Daniels IV explores some of the details surrounding the company in North Carolina. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Though the 2026 election cycle has just begun, the North Carolina Senate District 21 race already has its first notable development. Reporter Matt Lamb breaks down a cease-and-desist sent order to Ray Daly on behalf of State Sen. Tom McInnis. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Sandhills Community College is expected to add a new classroom building at the Larry R. Caddell Public Safety Training Center. Reporter Elena Marsh describes the new facility and the college's Fire Training Program. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

The community marks the third anniversary of an attack that left half of Moore County without power. Reporter Jonathan Bym shares an update from Sheriff Ronnie Fields and looks back at the ongoing investigation of the attack. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Downtown Aberdeen was once the shopping hub of Moore County, the gateway to the Sandhills for many in the surrounding region. Reporter Ana Risano draws on the past to share the story of the town's efforts to revitalize its downtown and draw new residents and businesses to the once-thriving municipality. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Moore County's senior population expected to near 55,000 by 2050, and at the same time, the county is already experiencing a housing shortage, with projections showing a higher demand from seniors. Reporter Frank Daniels IV looks at the recent expansion plans from Penick Village as a comparison for the larger impacts. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

A recent Moore County Schools Safety Committee meeting set about exploring new strategies to address its resource officer hiring challenges. Reporter Matt Lamb shares some of those strategies. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Aberdeen is growing, primarily through home development, with a number of subdivisions planned in the near future. Reporter Ana Risano talks about the latest subdivision approved through the town's planning board. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Consumer sentiment is still adjusting as the full effect of tariffs continue to unfold and impact holiday decor prices. Reporter Elena Marsh discusses how local tree farmers and sellers are reacting. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

Moore County Emergency Services has been focusing for the past several years on how to extend paramedic services to the county’s farthest reaches. Reporter Jonathan Bym talks about a new response vehicle filling the gap in unincorporated Moore County. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

In a joint meeting between the Moore County School Board and the Carthage Board of Commissioners, Dan Bonillo implored the District to consider a new parcel for the proposed Carthage Elementary School. Reporter Matt Lamb lays out the request and an accompanying offer to entice the school board into making a different decision. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/

A newly proposed subdivision on Holly Grove School Road in West End is set to be heard before the Moore County Board of Commissioners next month. Reporter Elena Marsh reviews some of the historic interest in the area and the hearing process. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/