More than 1,500 voters in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties had their votes challenged in the disputed Supreme ...

The NC Court of Appeals ruled against a video sweepstakes operator in Robeson County, saying the games violate state law.

By Sarah Nagem sarahnagem@borderbelt.org Robeson County saw a significant drop in reported murders in 2024 after experiencing ...

Ninety-five people in Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties were identified as homeless in 2024, a 90% increase ...

UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton upgraded its maternity ward with a focus on comfort, aesthetic and convenience.

Rural southeastern North Carolina matters. That’s why we dig deep into the power and people of Bladen, Columbus, Robeson and Scotland counties.

Looking back at 2024, the Border Belt Independent brought readers in-depth news coverage about the election, the economy, ...

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lumbee Fairness Act on Tuesday, moving North Carolina’s largest Native American tribe a step closer to its 136-year fight for full federal recognition. The ...

The Border Belt Independent is proud to announce Heidi Perez-Moreno has joined the staff as a full-time reporter. Perez-Moreno is a graduate of the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media. As a ...