9+ hour, 34+ min ago  (563+ words) Ana Corral | Richmond Daily Journal ROCKINGHAM " City Manager Monty Crump gave an overview of the proposed budget for the city of Rockingham's 2026-27 fiscal year during a recent City Council meeting, describing it as a stable financial plan with slight increases…...

13+ hour, 35+ min ago  (228+ words) Screenshot of the May Richmond County School board meeting HAMLET " RCSD Superintendent Joe Ferrell outlined 29 cost-saving ideas proposed by board members and community members during this week's Board of Directors meeting Board members agreed to hold a work session in…...

13+ hour, 33+ min ago  (232+ words) WAXHAW " The Raiders Track and Field had some notable results in the NCHSAA 7 A Central Regional Track Meet in Waxhaw on May 9. Keonta Pegues would have a huge day. In the 100 Meter Dash Finals, he finished in second place with…...

13+ hour, 32+ min ago  (167+ words) Senior Jacob Veach at the bat. Monica Shelton | Richmond County Daily Journal ROCKINGHAM " The Varsity Raider Baseball team were unable to overcome the Ballantyne Ridge Wolves in the third round playoff, ending their dreams of bringing a playoff championship home....

13+ hour, 36+ min ago  (1511+ words) HAMLET " While the Richmond County Board of Education voted last month to rescind a proposed closure study for Ellerbe Middle School, residents packed the board's May meeting to voice continued support for the school and opposition to any future consolidation…...

13+ hour, 33+ min ago  (388+ words) The United Way of Richmond County HAMLET " The United Way of Richmond County held its 2026 Awards Celebration at Richmond Community College, recognizing volunteers, businesses, schools, and community partners whose service and generosity continue to strengthen Richmond County. Attendees also learned…...

13+ hour, 36+ min ago  (336+ words) ROCKINGHAM " Two men have been arrested in connection with a series of thefts and property damage involving heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at multiple churches and businesses in the East Rockingham area. The incidents targeted Abundant Life Christian…...

13+ hour, 35+ min ago  (746+ words) Ana Corral | Richmond Daily Journal DOBBINS HEIGHTS " Local officials, housing advocates and community members gathered this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of Smith Commons, a new affordable housing development aimed at serving individuals and families facing homelessness or housing instability…...

13+ hour, 32+ min ago  (283+ words) Participants paragliding above the camping area. Monica Shelton | Richmond County Daily Journal ROCKINGHAM "- Paragliding has made its way into Richmond County with an event called Parajam in the Ham. People from around the country as well as from around the…...

13+ hour, 33+ min ago  (813+ words) RICHMOND COUNTY " -Richmond County School's students earned top finishes and statewide honors this spring in competitions ranging from academics and STEM to leadership, fine arts, and Career and Technical Education. "It is always exciting to see our students recognized for…...