Episodes

  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/12/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/12/26
    Jun 12 2026
    A local bill out of the General Assembly could change the county’s municipal and school board elections moving forward. Reporter Matt Lamb details the changes, what they could mean and how local officials have reacted. 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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    12 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/11/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/11/26
    Jun 11 2026
    Aberdeen town leaders said the former elementary school auditorium and gymnasium will become more expensive to maintain without action. Reporter Frank Daniels IV shares the first step commissioners will take to shore up the resource. 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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    7 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/10/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/10/26
    Jun 10 2026
    Automated license plate readers are becoming more common in Moore County. Reporter Jonathan Bym explains how local law enforcement agencies use them and what privacy measures the provider implements for the public. 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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    15 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/09/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/09/26
    Jun 9 2026
    Prescribed burns are medicine for the land — preventing wildfires and creating ideal conditions for Sandhills flora to thrive. Reporter Ana Risano shares why it is important for Moore County. 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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    10 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/05/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/05/26
    Jun 5 2026
    The inaugural class from the Moore County Cooperative Innovative High School finished it’s freshman year with comparatively exceptional marks. Reporter Matt Lamb reviews the figures and the potential next steps for students in coming years. 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 06/04/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/04/26
    Jun 4 2026
    Carthage commissioners have asked town staff to take a budget draft back to the drawing board. Reporter Elena Marsh outlines some of the priorities and challenges surrounding the town’s efforts. 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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    10 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 06/03/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/03/26
    Jun 3 2026
    Moore County's high school sports season has wrapped up after extended runs into championship territory. Reporter Jonathan Bym details why he believes this school year boasted the best athletics seasons Moore County has seen. 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 06/02/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 06/02/26
    Jun 2 2026
    Aberdeen is seeing more new business growth with a combination play space and cafe on Poplar Street. Reporter Emilee Phillips shares the details of Blue Bird Play Cafe. 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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    7 mins