Episodes

  • The Pilot's News Briefing 03/20/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/20/26
    Mar 20 2026
    Attorneys Alicia Jurney and Mike Newman have been absolved of misconduct in a ruling by special prosecutor Robert “Tony” Buzzard. Reporter Matt Lamb recounts the suit, the result of the ruling and what still hangs in the balance. 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 03/19/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/19/26
    Mar 19 2026
    The Moore County Airport Authority received an economic impact study surrounding its efforts to bring commercial air service to the county. Reporter Elena Marsh details the new findings from the study. 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 03/18/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/18/26
    Mar 18 2026
    Local housing regulations — and the prospect of state laws restricting municipalities to address them — were discussed at the recent Tricities planning meeting between Moore’s three large southern municipalities. Reporter Ana Risano explains the concerns and some local housing figures. 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 03/17/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/17/26
    Mar 17 2026
    The Pinecrest Athletics Club sent a letter to the county commissioners requesting funding to match what was promised to Union Pines and North Moore for the installation of artificial turf. Reporter Jonathan Bym gives a rundown of the request. 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 03/13/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/13/26
    Mar 13 2026
    The school board approved a district calendar for next year, settling on a "traditional" calendar despite strong support for an early start schedule. Matt Lamb breaks down the difference and relays the board's discussion. 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 03/12/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/12/26
    Mar 12 2026
    A newly proposed mixed use development for Carthage was approved by the town’s planning board. Reporter Elena Marsh describes the project and shares the mostly-favorable feedback from residents. 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 03/11/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/11/26
    Mar 11 2026
    During a daylong planning retreat, officials from the Town of Aberdeen reviewed priorities for the upcoming year while recapping completed projects. Reporter Frank Daniels IV brings an overview of the meeting. 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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    13 mins
  • The Pilot's News Briefing 03/10/26

    The Pilot's News Briefing 03/10/26
    Mar 10 2026
    About 250 buildings in West Southern Pines are now documented in a survey of the area’s rich history. Reporter Ana Risano explains how the the work stopped shy of what the community wants — recognition of the history of the predominantly African American neighborhood. 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