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April 30, 2025April 30, 2025News

“It’s time for us to face the music” – No new major subdivisions in Hoke County while commissioners focus on water, after report shows strain on capacity

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By Catharin Shepard • Editor • They didn’t use “the M word” – “moratorium” – but Hoke County commissioners still hit the pause button this week, immediately cutting off approvals for any new major subdivisions in Hoke County. After hearing Monday morning from Utilities Director James McQueen on where things stand with the county’s water...

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April 30, 2025April 30, 2025News

EDITORIAL: Credit where it’s due, they made the right call

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[This editorial is solely the opinion of The News-Journal Editor Catharin Shepard and does not necessarily reflect the official views of the newspaper.] By Catharin Shepard • Editor • The Hoke County Board of Commissioners made a decision Monday that won’t be popular with everyone, but it was a much-needed step to begin the long,...