Category Archives: Moore County

SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE – A NEW DAY 

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There is a lot happening at the Sandhills Community College!

Our guests represent a few of the many facets of the College as it grows and emerges into one of the most iconic forces in Moore County.

Lindsey Farmer – Director of Veteran Affairs
Johnathon Garrison – Sandhills Promise Program
Rose George – Director of Creative Living Lifelong Learning Institute – Continuing Education
Ran Riggin – Director of Recruiting
Aaron Denton – Athletic Director

Sandhills Community College

The College was chartered in 1963. Sandhills Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

These passionate spokespeople explain why there is something for everybody and every generation in Moore County.

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RUTH PAULEY LECTURE SERIES – Starting Sept. 12th

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The Ruth Pauley Lecture Series for 2017-2018 kicks off on Tuesday evening Sept. 12th at the Owens Auditorium at the Sandhills Community College at 7:30 p.m.

This is the 31st season celebrating the groundwork laid by Ruth Pauley.

Discussing the history of the series, Ruth Pauley and this year’s lineup of guest speakers are Catherine Murphy, Director for Communication – Moore County Schools, Wilma Laney, the vice chair of the lecture series and a representative from the League of Women Voters, and John Arnold, the program chair.

The mission of the Ruth Pauley Lecture Series is to deepen society’s understanding of key issues and encourage public participation in their resolution.

Past speakers have include Maya Angelou, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Jack Nicklaus, David Gergen, Dr. Jane Goodall and Ralph Nader, to name just a few.

The Ruth Pauley Lecture Series is free to the public and this year there are 5 speakers lined up from Sept. 12th thru March 20th , 2018 discussing the most timely topics of our day.

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TEMPLE THEATRE – 2017 & 2018 SEASON – 10th Year Anniversary

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Producing Artistic Director, Peggy Taphorn and Choreographer Jacob Toth discuss the upcoming season at the Temple Theatre which kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 14th with the production of FOOTLOOSE.

Although the Temple Theatre was built in 1925 as a Vaudeville house and has been in its current form of existence for 34 years, this iconic building has been home to Peggy Taphorn for the last 10 years.

In addition to 7 stellar productions this seasons concluding with Beauty and the Beast, the Temple Theatre is also host to many one night events from Oct. thru April 2018. Whether it’s comedy, music, or great fundraisers, the Temple Theatre offers so much to the area’s residents.

The Temple Academy, Temple Teen Ensemble & Summer Camps offers our youngest generation a firm footing in the Arts and helping them by creating indelible impressions for the Arts for a lifetime to come.

Information about season tickets & show schedules can be found at www.Templeshows.com.

 

CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR COMMUNITY ACTION

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Concerned Citizens is a nonpolitical, nonprofit diversified community organization, whose mission is to educate, inspire and unite our youth with the surrounding communities, beginning with the most disadvantaged groups.

Concerned Citizens for Community Action is a nonpolitical, nonprofit diversified community organization, whose mission is to educate, inspire, and unite the youth and community, beginning with the most disadvantaged groups. The purpose of the CCFCA is to bring programs and services to the communities, addressing the quality of life issues residents are facing.

CCFCA will update the Communities on its 1st Annual Community Service Award Dinner to be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 to Honor CCFCA Co- Founder , Kansas City Chiefs NFL Defensive End, Mr. Cam Thomas and others who will receive Community Service Awards.

For additional information call Isaac Jenkins, Chairman at (910) 474-2589 or Janet Person, Co-Chair at (910) 975-3797.

FRAN TARKENTON – Small Biz.com & AMILDA COFFMAN OF LEGAL SHIELD

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Fran Tarkenton is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame, playing quarterback for the University of Georgia, the Minnesota Vikings, and the New York Giants during a record-setting career that took him to three Super Bowls. Since retiring from football Fran has had a successful and publicly recognized business career, building more than 20 companies (including during his NFL career). Today, Fran is a trusted spokesperson for small business in America, appearing as a small business authority with television, radio, and print journalists.

Amilda Coffman LegalShield has represented Legal Shield for over 22 years. She gave up the position of Group Vice President to move to Southern Pines. Although she still serves National size accounts, her focus is partnering with Fran Tarkenton to support and build business in Moore County. Amilda is offering a portion of her profits to help the homeless animals of Moore County and also working to support a Military group.

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