16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Pinecrest High School, located on Voit Gilmore Lane in Southern Pines.

There will also be paper shredding provided by Keep Moore County Beautiful and medication drop-off provided by the Moore County Sheriff’s Office.

Accepted items include household hazardous waste (gasoline, paint, light bulbs, antifreeze, batteries, etc.). Crowds are usually heaviest before noon. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend. When you set your clocks back one hour, don’t forget to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms! Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half. Take this simple step to keep your family safe.... (Full Story & Photos)

Clocks "fall back" next weekend. Those early sunsets are coming so enjoy the next week! Before bed Saturday November 3rd set your clocks back an hour (or just use your cell phone).... (Full Story & Photos)

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This week, we’re focusing on fire safety, and one of the simplest yet most effective tools in your home is a smoke alarm. Here are a few tips to ensure they’re working for you:

1. Test Monthly: Press the test button to make sure your alarms are functioning properly.

2. Replace Batteries: Change the batteries at least once a year—or sooner if your alarm starts chirping.

3. Upgrade Alarms: If ... (Full Story & Photos)

As we transition to normal operations we are asking that those wishing to make donations utilize First Baptist Church of Pinehurst located at 7373 NC-211, West End, NC 27376.

West End Fire and Rescue would like to sincerely thank ALL of those that have assisted us this past week. We are extremely proud of how our community has rallied to assist those in Western North Carolina impacted by Hurricane ... (Full Story & Photos)