Episodes

  • The Pilot's News Briefing 01/13/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 01/13/26
    Jan 13 2026
    Housing prices in Moore County have risen by nearly 75 percent in the last three years, but steady demand and increasing construction costs are only part of the reason prices continue upward. Reporter Ana Risano breaks down some of the factors contributing to high housing costs. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/
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    11 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 01/09/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 01/09/26
    Jan 9 2026
    The county school board's search for a new superintendent will soon be underway, and despite the qualms of a pair of board members, it seems that will include consulting services from BWP & Associates. Reporter Matt Lamb explains the pushback voiced in a recent board work session. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/
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    8 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 01/08/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 01/08/26
    Jan 8 2026
    After roughly a decade of false starts, the Woodlake community will see a new dam before the end of this year. Reporter Elena Marsh reviews its recent history and current state heading into 2026. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/
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    9 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 01/07/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 01/07/26
    Jan 7 2026
    Since approval of First Tee-Sandhills' Community Hub design, the organization has made steady progress on the project, and that has increased pace in recent weeks. Reporter Jonathan Bym outlines the non profit's vision and how other community partners have stepped up to help make it happen. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/
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    8 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 01/06/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 01/06/26
    Jan 6 2026
    Ahead of the 2029 back-to-back U.S. Open Championships, the NCDOT will be performing a number of road improvement projects across southern Moore County, much of the work ramping up throughout this year. Reporter Ana Risano lays out the projects and some of the expected changes. The Pilot Newspaper is a twice-weekly, award-winning community newspaper based in downtown Southern Pines, North Carolina. https://www.thepilot.com/
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    14 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 12/19/25 - Part 1

    The Pilot's News Briefing 12/19/25 - Part 1
    Dec 19 2025
    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/
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    6 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 12/19/25 - Part 2

    The Pilot's News Briefing 12/19/25 - Part 2
    Dec 19 2025
    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/
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    9 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 12/18/25

    The Pilot's News Briefing 12/18/25
    Dec 18 2025
    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/
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    11 mins