PEMBROKE — The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is partnering with Sandhills Community College (SCC) and Moore County Schools (MCS) to combat the teacher shortage while supporting local students pursuing careers in the classroom.

PEMBROKE — The University of North Carolina at Pembroke board of trustees recently elected new executive officers, including naming two alumnae to key leadership positions.

PEMBROKE — During a special called meeting on July 9, the board of trustees named Dr. Rich Castillo the founding dean of the School of Optometry at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. The announcement comes two months after UNCP received unanimous approval from the UNC System Board of Governors to establish a Doctor of Optometry program.

Many did not believe their eyes at the continuation of the Scotland County Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program. Dozens of children witness a series of illusions in a show featuring Rockstar Magic of Chris and Neil in this week’s program held at the Laurel Hill Community Center. The Summer Reading Program’s continues with Mad Science at the Wagram Recreation Center at 10:30 and 1 p.m. on July 17.

Judge Jamie Adams, left, is shown with Tina Whitfield, Coty Gainey, CJ McArthur, all from the Scotland County Sheriff’s Department, at an appreciation banquet held by the Scotland County Teen Court.

LUMBERTON — The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater in downtown Lumberton will premiere its new Carolina Comedy Jam as well as present a night of silent films and organ music in August.

LAURINBURG — Jones Chapel Missionary Baptist Church is installing Phillip D. Marks during special services held on July 14.