A familiar face in Raeford has a brand-new badge. With his family and friends gathered in support at city hall Tuesday, Ray Crumpler of the Raeford Police Department took the oath to become the new Chief of Police. Chief Crumpler has served with the department for over 20 years, including seven years as assistant chief....
Former Hoke County Commissioner Charles Daniels died Monday, December 30, 2024. Daniels, founder of Daniels Service Center in Raeford, served on the commission for eight years including serving three years as chairman. An influential leader in local politics and business, he also served on the Raeford Downtown Revitalization committee and the Hoke-Raeford Economic Development board....