The Robesonian

09/20/2024

"We know how to work the ball...to get the point. - Alyssa Monroe, St. Pauls Outside Hitter

Hear more from Monroe in "Monroe, Bulldogs sweep Golden Tornadoes" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304797/monroe-bulldogs-sweep-golden-tornadoes

09/19/2024

09/18/2024

"We knew... we could beat'em."- Anileigh Locklear, Purnell Swett Volleyball

Locklear and teammate Adisyn Bland dig into their win against Lumberton in "Rams come back to stun Pirates" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304767/rams-come-back-to-stun-pirates

09/13/2024

"Discipline." - Reggie Bush, Lumberton Pirates

Hear Bush and Damicquen Powell discuss Lumberton's winning streak in "Pirates still perfect after routing Red Devils" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304646/pirates-still-perfect-after-routing-red-devils

09/10/2024

"We're just trying to keep our energy up..." - Ava Hanna, Lumberton Outside Hitter

For more from Hanna and Lumberton's volleyball win, check out "Pirates beat Tornadoes on the court" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304564/pirates-beat-tornadoes-on-the-court

09/09/2024

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09/05/2024

09/04/2024

"We got off to a slow start tonight." - Kenny Simmons, Lumberton Boys Soccer Coach

For more of Coach Simmons game analysis and future conference goals go to "Pirates fall to Cape Fear in league opener" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304456/pirates-fall-to-cape-fear-in-league-opener

09/01/2024

"...if they kick it short, take it to the crib." - Simmeon Lennon, Purnell Swett S/WR/KR

Hear Lennon's take on Swett's Friday/Saturday game in "Rams top Tornadoes behind Lennon’s 3 TDs" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304403/rams-top-tornadoes-behind-lennons-3-tds

08/30/2024

"...we started having a little bit more fun..." - Korbyn Walton, Lumberton Forward

Fun that led to a big win! To find out more, go to "2nd-half explosion propels Pirates past Red Devils" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304355/2nd-half-explosion-propels-pirates-past-red-devils

08/29/2024

"It's our season." - Shania Hunt, Lumberton Girls Tennis

Hear Hunt & Josie Lawson describe their battle to the end in "Pirates narrowly beat Gray’s Creek on the court" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304323/pirates-narrowly-beat-grays-creek-on-the-court

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08/27/2024

"It was crazy, man." - Omar Canuto, St. Pauls Soccer

Catch the entire interview with Canuto & Covin Gomez in "Gamble pays off: St. Pauls beats Red Springs in PKs, to meet Lumberton in Robeson Cup final" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304257/st-pauls-lumberton-advance-to-robeson-cup-final

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08/26/2024

"I'm the bread, they're the butter." - Yoshua McBryde, St Pauls Football

Hear McBryde talk about the importance of having a good offensive line and more in "Defense ‘keeps the standard,’ leads Bulldogs past Rams" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304212/defense-keeps-the-standard-leads-bulldogs-past-rams

08/23/2024

"We'll regroup..." - Kenny Simmons, Lumberton Soccer Coach

Coach Simmons talks about Lumberton's rough start to the season but how that could bode well for the future in "Tough 2nd half drops Pirates to 0-3" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304182/tough-2nd-half-drops-pirates-to-0-3

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08/22/2024

"... every point was worth it." - Kaylee Lancaster, Lumberton Volleyball

Lancaster talks about the Pirates coming together as a team and her role being the only senior in "Lancaster, Pirates run past Tornadoes" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304158/lancaster-pirates-run-past-tornadoes

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08/21/2024

https://www.robesonian.com/news/breaking-news/304137/robeson-county-sheriffs-office-deputy-injured-in-crash-identified

LUMBERTON — The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office has provided more detail about the deputy involved in a motorcycle crash, saying Wednesday morning that she remains in critical but stable condition.

08/20/2024

"I'm just really happy that I have such a supportive team..." - Adisyn Bland, Purnell Swett Setter

For more on Purnell Swett's win, check out "Rams sweep past Golden Tornadoes" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304099/rams-sweep-past-golden-tornadoes

08/17/2024

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08/16/2024

"...make a big 'ol boom..." - Chase Boone, Red Springs QB

Hear Boone as well as Red Springs Coach Tim Ray talk about their groundwork for the start of the season in "Red Devils make final preparations in scrimmages" at www.robesonian.com/sports/304001/red-devils-make-final-preparations-in-scrimmages

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08/15/2024

"...we did pretty good." - Giselle Leach, Lumberton Volleyball

Leach and Chloe Campbell talk about their first high school game and more in "Freshmen lead Lumberton volleyball to twin wins over Red Devils" at www.robesonian.com/sports/303978/freshmen-lead-lumberton-volleyball-to-twin-wins-over-red-devils

08/08/2024

Share your Tropical Storm Photos. Send them to [email protected].

High water and flash floods are the biggest concerns around Robeson County, where the Lumber River was expected to crest at 19.1 feet in Lumberton; flood stage is 13 feet.

08/08/2024

Flash Flood Warning in effect now. Seek high ground.

LUMBERTON — At 8:16 p.m. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the Greater Robeson County region, with up to 4 inches of rain having fallen Wednesday.

08/08/2024

Steven Pfaff, Meteorologist-in-Charge at the National Weather Service. shared the following.

08/08/2024

https://www.robesonian.com/news/breaking-news/303752/tropical-storm-debby-looms-as-residents-prepare-for-extensive-flooding-around-robeson-Robeson County Fair

08/05/2024

"It gave us a lot of momentum..." - Zhariana Shipman, St. Pauls Basketball, Cross Country

Sports Editor Chris Stiles interviews St. Pauls' multisports player Zhariana Shipman.

For more of the interview, check out "Summer Spotlight Series: Shipman set to be St. Pauls’ next star guard" at www.robesonian.com/sports/303662/summer-spotlight-series-shipman-set-to-be-st-pauls-next-star-guard

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07/29/2024

'Man acting erratically' dies while in custody of Lumberton police

LUMBERTON — The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation has begun an investigation into the early morning Monday death of a man in custody by the Lumberton Police Department.

07/23/2024

"Main thing, I just believe in myself..." - T.J. Ellerbe, Red Springs football, baseball

Sports Editor Chris Stiles talks with multisports player T.J.Ellerbe about Red Springs upcoming football and baseball seasons.

For more of the interview, check out "Summer Spotlight Series: Ellerbe stars in all facets for Red Devils" at www.robesonian.com/sports/303467/summer-spotlight-series-ellerbe-stars-in-all-facets-for-red-devils

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07/13/2024

The Public Schools of Robeson County honors the legacy of Mike Smith, the longest-serving board member on the Board of Education for the Public Schools of Robeson County. Mr. Smith passed away recently surrounded by family members and friends.

Smith served from 1990-2023 as a school board member. Smith worked faithfully during his tenure as a board member and his decisions were driven by his love for his community and his commitment to the children of the Public Schools of Robeson County.

Smith served as chairman and leader of multiple committees during his time as a member of the Public Schools of Robeson County Board of Education. He also was very involved in his Red Springs community, serving as a member of various civic groups.

Smith graduated from Red Springs High School in 1976 and was a star athlete during his time there.

Over the years, he has been a tireless supporter of the Red Springs High School Athletic Complex project. His support and efforts have made a significant impact on the project. He has attended countless sporting events and shared encouraging words with several athletes over the years.

The Mike Smith Football Stadium, which will be located in the Red Springs High School Athletic Complex, will serve as a testament to Smith’s legacy, impact, and commitment to the Red Springs community and to PSRC students as a whole.

The Public Schools of Robeson County extends its deepest sympathy to the family during this time. The district, its leaders, and students are better for knowing Mr. Smith and for his decades of work to benefit students and move the school district forward. May Mr. Smith’s family take comfort in his legacy, integrity, and strength, knowing that his influence will live on in the many lives he touched.

Arrangements are as follows: Funeral Service will be 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 15, 2024 at Red Springs First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Alloway Cemetery.

Visitation will from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday, July 15, 2024 at Red Springs First Baptist Church.

Service entrusted to Boles Funeral Home in Red Springs.

07/11/2024

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