Sandhills Daily News

North Carolina Memorial Day Boating Safety Campaign Warns Against Impaired Boating
North Carolina officials are encouraging safe boating practices ahead of Memorial Day weekend as the state launches its annual summer boating safety campaign. The campaign,

Lee County Proposed Tax Increase Sparks Debate Over Growth and Schools
A proposed Lee County tax increase is generating discussion as county leaders attempt to manage rapid residential growth, rising emergency service costs, and expanding infrastructure

Aberdeen Drug Trafficking Arrest Leads to Multiple Felony Charges
An Aberdeen drug trafficking arrest is drawing attention across Moore County after local investigators completed a months-long narcotics investigation that resulted in multiple felony charges

Good News: A 10-Year-Old Starts a Business with a 3D Printer, and a Teacher Adopts a Foster Child
Here are a few more Good News stories making the rounds . . . 1. If you’re struggling at a dead-end job, take notes from

Moore County Airport Awaits Federal Grant for Commercial Air Service
The effort to bring Moore County Airport commercial air service to the Sandhills could soon take a major step forward. Airport leaders confirmed they are

Southern Pines Reviews New Tree Preservation Codes Amid Development Growth
The Town of Southern Pines is continuing discussions on proposed Southern Pines tree preservation codes that could significantly impact future development across the Sandhills. Town
Entertainment News

Michael Jackson Biopic Breaks Box Office Records as New Allegations Surface
The new Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” is already making history at the box office. The film brought in an impressive $97 million during its opening

Live Nation Ticketmaster Monopoly Verdict Could Change Concert Tickets Forever
The Live Nation Ticketmaster monopoly verdict is sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry—and it could have a major impact on how you buy concert tickets

Taylor Swift Leads the American Music Award Nominees
The nominees for the 2026 American Music Awards were announced yesterday, and Taylor Swift leads with eight. She’s currently the most-awarded artist in AMA history with 40 wins. Morgan






