December 2021 – Randolph Record

Final goodbyes

December 30, 2021 The Associated Press Comments Off

Among the entertainers who died this year was a children’s author whose books were enjoyed by millions around the world. Beverly Cleary, who died in March, channeled memories from her youth in Oregon to created […]

A big year for agriculture in Randolph County

December 30, 2021 Jeannie M. Leonard Comments Off

ASHEBORO — Whole COVID continued to impact indoor and outdoor activities in 2021, one outdoor activity maintained its normal pace — farming. As one of North Carolina’s most productive livestock counties, Randolph County’s agriculture industry […]

HUDSON: A season of hope

December 29, 2021 Rep. Richard Hudson Comments Off

As we celebrate Christmas this week, I hope we are all able to take time and reflect on the true meaning of this holiday for all who celebrate it. In the Christmas story as found […]

First scholarship awarded honoring long-time deputy

December 29, 2021 North State Journal staff Comments Off

Colonel Fred “Freddie” Wilson Rutledge, II created a legacy of service during his 38 years of law enforcement service. Following his death in July of 2020, Rutledge’s friends and family ensured that his legacy would […]

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Sean Adkins

December 29, 2021 Randolph Record Comments Off

Southwestern Randolph | Boys’ Basketball | Junior Adkins poured in 20 points as the Cougars secured a 61-48 non-conference victory last week at Chatham Central. It’s a huge point total for the junior considering Southwestern […]

A look back at 2021’s top stories

December 29, 2021 North State Journal staff Comments Off

ASHEBORO — As 2021 draws a close, Randolph County’s year is going out with a bang in terms of major news stories. While the year was filled with important news stories from Randolph County, the […]

Omicron takes over, cases rise among vaccinated

December 28, 2021 Randolph Record Comments Off

9 year-old Josie Murdoch holds her vaccination card at Chapel Hill Pediatrics and Adolescents after being innoculated with the Pfizer child COVID-19 vaccination in Chapel Hill, N.C., Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome) RALEIGH […]

RCC honor society welcomes new members

December 23, 2021 Randolph Record Comments Off

ASHEBORO — On Dec. 8 Randolph Community College hosted a virtual ceremony to induct new members to Beta Theta Rho, the college’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, a national higher education honor society. With 1,280 […]

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