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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Colton Wood
25 Jan

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Colton Wood

Randolph RecordSports, ,
Providence Grove, wrestling Wood has had a solid wrestling season, with the postseason approaching. The senior, who competes in the 285-pound weight class, placed second in the RJR Invitational late last month in Winston-Salem. Wood reached the championship bout of that tournament with three pins. Wood finished sixth in last season’s Class 2-A state tournament. He’s a multi-time all-conference selection in football as a lineman for the Patriots.
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Cigna and Randolph Health contract impasse causes coverage interruption
25 Jan

Cigna and Randolph Health contract impasse causes coverage interruption

A.P. DillonNews, , , ,
RALEIGH — Cigna insurance plan members received notification that they would no longer be covered at Randolph Health after February 10. A letter from Cigna on “Continuity of Care” obtained by North State Journal indicates the insurer and Randolph Health have been unable to agree on a contract.  Cigna’s letter informed members that if hospital stays were approved by February 10, their continued stay would still be covered. For medical care beyond that date, members would have to seek treatment at a different in-network provider.  A list of in-network providers offered by Cigna includes Chatham Hospital, Cone Health Wesley Long…
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Prep Roundup: Cougars, Tigers head toward girls’ showdown
23 Jan

Prep Roundup: Cougars, Tigers head toward girls’ showdown

Randolph RecordSports, , , , , ,
Kenzie Martin of Southwestern Randolph goes up for a shot during last week’s victory against Trinity. (PJ Ward-Brown/Randolph Record) Southwestern Randolph and Randleman are on course for a showdown in girls’ basketball Friday night in Randleman. The teams have split two meetings this season. Depending on results leading up to the game, Randleman could be in position to clinch at least a share of the PAC regular-season championship. Randleman won 55-41 on Dec. 16 at Southwestern Randolph. The teams met again in the championship game of the Davidson-Randolph Christmas Classic at Providence Grove, with the Cougars pulling out a 49-48…
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Seabolt’s condition improves as sheriff handles some duties
23 Jan

Seabolt’s condition improves as sheriff handles some duties

Bob SuttonGovernment, News, ,
ASHEBORO – Randolph County Sheriff Gregory Seabolt remains under medical care, but he has resumed some of his duties remotely. “He’s doing much better,” Amanda Varner, government relations and public affairs director for the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, said Monday. “They’ve got him eating again.” With Seabolt away, there has been a shifting of temporary duties. Col. Aundrea Azelton, chief deputy of the Randolph County Sheriff's Office, is overseeing operations. Last week, the following statement was issued from the Randolph County Sheriff's Office via Deric Skeen on behalf of Seabolt and his family: “Sheriff Seabolt has been hospitalized with an…
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A new way of doing it works fast for Eastern Randolph boys’ team
22 Jan

A new way of doing it works fast for Eastern Randolph boys’ team

Bob SuttonSports, , , , , ,
Members of the Eastern Randolph boys' basketball team have come together for a special season. MEBANE – No longer in a rut, the Eastern Randolph boys’ basketball program is doing it on its own terms. That’s fast – and to the point. “We practice fast,” senior Davonte Brooks said. “We come to the games just like practice. All fast, all fast. We all knew from the get-go what we were getting into, from Day 1.” Turns out this means getting all sorts of victories under first-year coach Johnny Thomas. The Wildcats are a rapid-paced, action-filled group all the way to…
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Sheriff Seabolt hospitalized; Chief Deputy Azelton to oversee
19 Jan

Sheriff Seabolt hospitalized; Chief Deputy Azelton to oversee

Randolph RecordNews
With Randolph County Sheriff Gregory Seabolt in the hospital, there has been a shifting of temporary duties. Col. Aundrea Azelton, chief deputy of the Randolph County Sherriff's Office, is overseeing operations. The following is a public statement received from the Randolph County Sheriff's Office: "Sheriff Seabolt has been hospitalized with an illness after first experiencing symptoms shortly after the beginning of this year. As the Sheriff continues improving under medical supervision and treatment, Chief Deputy Azelton is overseeing the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Seabolt appreciates the continued dedication and service of all his deputies and the continued support of…
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RPC Awarded grant by Randolph Arts Guild
18 Jan

RPC Awarded grant by Randolph Arts Guild

Randolph RecordNews, , , ,
ASHEBORO — Randolph Partnership for Children (RPC) was awarded a $3000 grant by the Randolph Arts Guild to support early childhood educator training and children’s activities in preparation of Week of the Young Child’s 2023 Art Explosion.  “The Randolph Partnership for Children is honored to be the recipient of the Grassroots Grant for the second year in a row! We are so thankful for the opportunity to bring in three Master Artists who can share their Language of Art with our early educators, children, and families in Randolph County, “Early Childhood Specialist Kristy Umfleet said. “Art can unleash creativity and…
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HUDSON: It’s time to get to work
18 Jan

HUDSON: It’s time to get to work

U.S. Rep. Richard HudsonOpinions, , ,
It is a new year and the 118th Congress has begun. It’s an honor to continue serving you and our community representing North Carolina’s new 9th District. This includes all or portions of Chatham, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Moore, Randolph, Richmond, and Scotland Counties. I will continue maintaining a district office in Fayetteville, while also operating a new primary district office in Southern Pines. My office locations can be found on my website at Hudson.House.gov. Three counties I represented previously – Cabarrus, Stanly, and Montgomery – are now in North Carolina’s 12th and 8th Districts. It has been an honor…
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BISHOP: Accountability is coming
18 Jan

BISHOP: Accountability is coming

U.S. Rep. Dan BishopOpinions, , ,
Last week in the House of Representatives, the 118th Congress kicked off in earnest. Republicans passed our first bills in the majority in more than four years. Though all of these bills will strengthen our country and economy, they were nearly universally opposed by Democrats. My top focus in Congress is breaking the Swamp’s status quo to ensure the government works for the people – not the other way around. This is just the beginning of what our Republican Conference will accomplish this Congress. The first order of business was undoing the Democrats’ $80 billion meant to fund an army…
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Lion adjusts to NC Zoo
18 Jan

Lion adjusts to NC Zoo

Randolph RecordNews, , , ,
Haji is settling in at the North Carolina Zoo. Haji, a male lion, came to the zoo in Asheboro in early December. He was designated to be a new companion to a female lion, Mekita. The zoo last week provided information that pointed out that Haji had his first steps in his new habitat. Haji and Meita are alternating schedules in the habitat as they get to know each other. Haji is almost three years old. He was born at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans. Haji means “journey.” Also, the zoo will be closed Jan. 23-27 for staff training and…
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