The News-Journal sent out questions to candidates seeking election to two commission seats in Hoke County in 2024. The questions were sent out by email and letter mailed to the address on record when the candidate filed. Here, we share their responses. The partisan primary election is Tuesday, March 5. The candidates who responded were...
A Hoke County School Resource Officer was hit by a vehicle Wednesday morning while directing traffic at Sandy Grove Elementary School. The officer was expected to make a full recovery, according to the Hoke County Sheriff’s Office. The law enforcement agency released the following statement: “Our thoughts and prayers are with one of our own...
The Raeford Kiwanis Club will award three scholarships of $500 each to a high school senior who resides in Hoke County. Procedure and qualifications are as follows: •Students will apply for the scholarship using the form entitled “Raeford Kiwanis Club Scholarship Application Cover Sheet” and following the instructions contained therein. •Students shall have a minimum...