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Seabolt to face challengers in Randolph County’s sheriff’s race; Filing deadline comes for lots of positions
Greg Seabolt, sheriff of Randolph County, will receive challenges as he bids to remain in office. Three other Republicans have filed for the position. They are Brian Arrington of Climax, Eric Hicks of Trinity and Chris Toriello of Asheboro. There will be a Republican primary March 3 prior to November’s election. Seabolt, who’s from Denton, […]
Tigers tame Asheboro’s offense in boys’ victory
RANDLEMAN — Points were at a premium when Randleman and Asheboro met in boys’ basketball Thursday night. “As long as we win,” Randleman’s Connor Cassidy said. “It’s good to get in some dogfights early.” The Tigers prevailed 39-25 for the home victory, snapping a three-game losing streak. Randleman coach Daniel Mitchell said facing Asheboro a […]
SPORTS
Athlete of the Week: Will Dabbs
Providence Grove, boys’ basketball Dabbs is a difference maker for the Patriots and he helped the team in two victories last week. Dabbs had 23 points and nine rebounds when Providence Grove won at North Davidson. He provided eight points in a one-point victory against Southwestern Randolph. The senior is […]
Middle school athletics move toward reunification in county
ASHEBORO — Randolph County middle schools may once again be reuniting in a combined athletic conference. In a reversal of a prior Randolph County School System board of education decision from earlier in the year that saw the district go independent, the board unanimously voted during its Dec. 8 meeting […]
Eastern Randolph Wildcats work through growing pains early in boys’ basketball season
Eastern Randolph coach Johnny Thomas offers instruction to Tyler Gee during a game earlier this month against Chatham Charter. Eastern Randolph’s Ayden Welsh is nearby. (PJ Ward-Brown / Randolph Record) BURLINGTON — Johnny Thomas admits he’s not known for his patience, but he says his Eastern Randolph boys’ basketball […]
NEWS
New Asheboro council, mayor sworn in
Asheboro mayor Joey Trogdon (Courtesy photo) ASHEBORO — The Asheboro City Council has a new look. At the council’s Dec. 4 meeting, the new council members and mayor were all sworn into their respective elected offices. After 16 years, the city elected a new mayor as council member Joey Trogdon […]
Two Randolph County locations selected for grants to boost vacant buildings
Two sites in Randolph County will benefit from approval for grants from the Rural Infrastructure Authority. Among 15 total grants awarded, Asheboro and Ramseur locations were selected. The City of Asheboro has been awarded a $500,000 grant to assist in renovation of a building to be occupied by Environmental Air […]
County to upgrade voting equipment; Board approves grant for business in Ramseur
ASHEBORO — Darrell Frye was once again reelected as the chairman of the Randolph County Board of Commissioners when the group met Monday for its regular business meeting. Kenny Kidd was reelected as vice chairman. “We do have lots of issues that are in front of us, but we also […]
FEATURES
Holiday concerts set for Asheboro; Other Christmas-related events in area
ASHEBORO — The City of Asheboro has made arrangements for a pair of special holiday programs at Sunset Theatre. The first of those is set for 7 p.m. Saturday with the “A Rat Pack Christmas!” It’s a tribute to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. The group “Rat […]
Crowning Achievement: Asheboro woman wins honor
Tiffany Rush of Asheboro is crowned Miss Moore County 2025 by outgoing queen Tori Gross of Trinity during the Miss Moore County-Miss Sandhills pageant Saturday. Rush is the second consecutive winner from Randolph County to hold the title. (David Sinclair for Randolph Record)
Joseph Sand Pottery to hold summer kiln during first two weekends in September
A sculptural piece handmade by Joseph Sand is on display at Joseph Sand Pottery in Randleman. (Courtesy Dan Routh Photography) By Melinda Burris Randolph Record RANDLEMAN — Joseph Sand Pottery will hold its annual summer kiln opening the first two weekends in September, open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and […]