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American Legion baseball: Post 45 edges Post 81 again in intra-county clash
18 Jun

American Legion baseball: Post 45 edges Post 81 again in intra-county clash

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Post 45 pitcher Parker Kines (Bob Sutton / Randolph Record) ASHEBORO – Parker Kines wasn’t certain he would play American Legion baseball, but it has turned out to be a good thing for him and Randolph County Post 45 so far this season. Kines was on the mound for a strong start as Post 45 topped Liberty Post 81 for the second time in five nights, a 6-4 decision Monday night at McCrary Park. “I wasn’t planning on this,” he said of the summer activity. “But my coach (at Wheatmore) said it would be a good idea.” Kines, a rising…
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Ex-Randleman standout Atkins looks for new baseball home
17 Jun

Ex-Randleman standout Atkins looks for new baseball home

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Hunter Atkins (Bob Sutton / Randolph Record) ASHEBORO – Former Randleman baseball standout Hunter Atkins said playing for the Asheboro ZooKeepers this summer is a treat. It’s also serving as an audition. After one season in UNC Greensboro’s program, Atkins has entered the NCAA transfer portal. That puts more emphasis on the third baseman’s production for the ZooKeepers in the Coastal Plain League. “Trying to get some stats up and see if I can get to a good home,” Atkins said. Atkins had a redshirt season in 2024, so he never took the field for UNCG. The Spartans had a…
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Green Metals to join Liberty’s jobs scene
17 Jun

Green Metals to join Liberty’s jobs scene

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LIBERTY – Green Metals Inc. is coming to Liberty, providing another jobs boost connected to the Toyota Battery Manufacturing plant at Greensboro-Randolph megasite. The company is a partner in the Toyota Tsusho family associated with scrap/waste handling and recycling solutions. Based on information from the Randolph County Economic Development Corporation, Green Metals will process dry battery material for offsite recycling, as well as handle and store other waste streams. Materials will be packaged and sent off for recycling. Green Metals could make an investment of nearly $19.8 million across five years in the Liberty project, according to RCEDC. The site…
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Rose claims trio of races at Caraway Speedway
16 Jun

Rose claims trio of races at Caraway Speedway

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Corey Rose made several visits to victory lane Saturday night at Caraway Speedway. (Courtesy photo) SOPHIA – Corey Rose won three races in three different divisions Saturday night at Caraway Speedway. Rose edged teammate Bentley Black to prevail in the 12-lap Bootleggers feature. Rose then topped the competition in the 20-lap Modified 4s event, with Jeff Linkous in second place. To cap his busy night, Rose was the winner in the Enduro/Any Car feature covering 50 laps. ** Gary Ledbetter won the Challengers race in a 12-driver field. Ledbetter edged points leader Brody Duggins and third place went to Justin…
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Randolph County residents to save on zoo tickets in August
16 Jun

Randolph County residents to save on zoo tickets in August

Randolph RecordNews,
ASHEBORO – Randolph County residents will be able to visit the North Carolina Zoo at a discount as part of the zoo's 50th anniversary celebration. “Randolph County Days at the Zoo” will run from Aug. 5-30, allowing county residents and up to three guests to attend for $5 each. “This is a program to give back to our community and express our gratitude for 50 wild years here in Randolph County,” said Diane Villa, deputy director and chief communications officer at the North Carolina Zoo. Randolph County residents will need to make an online reservation to receive the discounted rate, and the three…
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College softball, baseball: Perdue, others collect USA South honors
15 Jun

College softball, baseball: Perdue, others collect USA South honors

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Kyler Perdue (Courtesy photo) Area softball players made big impacts during the past season Kyler Perdue of Pfeiffer was named the USA South Conference’s Rookie of the Year for softball. Perdue is a Southwestern Randolph graduate. Perdue, a freshman shortstop, batted .350, starting in all 49 games. She was an all-conference second-team selection. Pfeiffer produced a 45-4 record and advanced to the NCAA Division III Tournament. The Falcons went 2-2 in the tournament, eliminated in a 6-4 loss to regional host Christopher Newport in Newport News, Va. Freshman infielder Madison Varner, also a Southwestern Randolph alum, had one hit in…
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Wheatmore Warriors use spring to set foundation with new football coach
14 Jun

Wheatmore Warriors use spring to set foundation with new football coach

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Members of the Wheatmore football team gather near the end of a practice session this spring. (Bob Sutton / Randolph Record)  TRINITY – Members of Wheatmore’s football team went through spring workouts adjusting to new coach Jacob Sheffield. “He’s bold. That’s the word,” said Johnathan Kelly, a standout linebacker and running back. “A good fit for us.” Sheffield was hired to replace Philip Yarbrough, who opted to leave the position and take a teaching position in Davidson County in his hometown. Sheffield is a Trinity alum and most recently an assistant coach there, though he’s a former head coach at…
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Randolph Communications awards eight scholarships to students
14 Jun

Randolph Communications awards eight scholarships to students

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ASHEBORO — Randolph Communications has awarded scholarships to eight high school students as part of its annual scholarship program. The scholarships, each valued at $1,000, aim to support the students’ educational pursuits and encourage them to make positive contributions to their communities. The eight recipients were selected based on their exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and commitment to creating positive change in their communities: Jasmine Nichole Moody from Eastern Randolph HS Katherine Grace Oldham from Chatham Central HS Kelsey Deanna Hussey from Chatham Central HS Kristen Ashley Garner from North Moore HS Lauren Rachel Caviness from Chatham Central HS Leah…
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Randolph County budget holds property tax rate steady
13 Jun

Randolph County budget holds property tax rate steady

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Despite $3 million shortfall, commissioners won’t raise taxes ASHEBORO — The Randolph County Board of Commissioners plans to hold property tax rates steady, after a series of meetings during the last two weeks brought commissioners to a total budget of just below $192 million. The rate will remain at $0.50 per $100 valuation thanks to growth in the tax base as well as higher than anticipated sales tax collection. The county had to work around a $3.3 million Medicaid Hold-Harmless shortfall from the prior year and, instead of raising taxes, budgeteers aimed to redirect some recurring financial resources to the…
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Results vary for American Legion teams as season heats up
13 Jun

Results vary for American Legion teams as season heats up

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Post 45 and Post 81 are scheduled to meet twice across a five-night period ASHEBORO – There has been a sampling of results for Liberty Post 81 and Randolph County Post 45 through the first few weeks of the American Legion baseball series. It’s about to get serious for these teams with league play picking up after a layoff. Post 81 racked up a 9-3 record through last week. Randolph County checked in at 3-5, though its roster of available players had been limited because of the high school postseason. Randolph County and Liberty meet for the first time since…
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