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Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Federal judge rules North Carolina consulting firm ran predatory business model targeting veterans (publicradioeast.org) — A federal judge has ruled that Pinehurst-based Veterans Guardian VA Claim Consulting used an illegal, predatory model to charge veterans for disability-claim help without required accreditation. The decision, in a national class-action case, means the company is liable and any damages owed to veterans will automatically be tripled under North Carolina law.
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2. Moore Regional recognized among North Carolina's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report (richmondobserver.com) — Pinehurst’s FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital has been ranked ninth in North Carolina by U.S. News & World Report and rated high-performing in Rehabilitation plus 14 procedures and conditions. Leaders say the recognition reflects ongoing investments in staff, facilities, and technology, reinforcing Moore Regional as a strong option for specialized and complex care close to home.
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3. Local nurse recognized with second prestigious award (sandhillssentinel.com) — A Moore Regional Hospital nurse in Pinehurst has earned the DAISY Award for the second time, honored for her exceptional, compassionate care on the 3 Medical unit. Patients and supervisors alike praised her attention to detail, energy, and empathy, highlighting how her work helps define the hospital’s standard of care for Pinehurst-area families.
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4. Work continues on Midland Road project in Moore County (sandhillssentinel.com) — Drivers in the Pinehurst area should expect lane closures as NCDOT begins milling and resurfacing Midland Road between Airport Road and Clark Street later this month. The three‑month project will add bike lanes on part of the corridor, remove certain crossovers, and eventually replace temporary bollards with landscaping to improve safety and visibility.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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