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Lillington Native Senator Robert Morgan has passed away

Harnett — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 14:05:25 +0000

Senator Robert Morgan of Lillington passed away on Saturday, an outpouring of praises have been shared through out NC and on social media sites.

Here are a few of the thoughts people are sharing

Tommy Burns, Former Harnett County Mgr

“I will miss my friend. I cherish our conversations at his law office in Lillington. The story I enjoyed hearing the most was when Sen. Morgan unknowingly took President Carter’s seat on Air Force One. President Carter insisted that Sen. Morgan keep his seat and President Carter sat down in the floor. A White House Photographer captured the moment, and Senator Morgan kept a framed copy of the moment in his office. He would joke that he is the only US Senator to make the President of the United States sit in the floor”

Brad Salmon, NC House

‘North Carolina lost a treasure this morning. Senator Robert Morgan died peacefully at his home in Buies Creek. I’ll forever be indebted to him for his generosity and mentorship. Whether it was establishing the consumer protection division within the NC’s Attorney General’s Office, fighting the big banks in the US Senate or advocating for poor eastern North Carolinians as a trial lawyer, Senator Morgan always fought for the people. He leaves a tremendous legacy and I will sorely miss him.”

Ann Butts Cousin

I normally stay out of political posts, but this is about Dad’s first cousin.

Harnett County, NC, and the country lost a friend this morning: former US Senator Robert Morgan.

His mother and dad’s father were sister and brother. Robert grew up on the farm and learned how to work hard.

He served in local and state government, eventually becoming NC Attorney General. He went on to become US Senator. He was also Director of the SBI.

Robert did not let this go to his head. He attended family funerals, even sending flowers. He often attended his childhood church for special occasions.

We had some good talks during the past few years. I believe that his interest in government rubbed off on me, as I majored in Public Admin.

He was truly interested in people. Believe today’s politicians could learn from his example.

Odd coincidence that he died on the 31st anniversary of Grandma Butts’ passing. She was his aunt.

Rest well Robert. Your struggle is over.

Cousin Ann

Sheriff Terminates Deputy After Internal Investigation

Harnett — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:54:42 +0000

Office of the Sheriff of Harnett County

Sheriff Wayne Coats

PO Box 399

175 Bain Street, Lillington, NC 27546

Phone: 910-893-9111 • Fax: 910-893-6450

News Release

July 6, 2016

After receiving information concerning the activities of Paul Shane Durazo, a Detective, I ordered an Internal Investigation. On June 23, 2016, Detective Durazo was terminated from the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office. On June 23, 2016, I informed District Attorney Vernon Stewart of the results of the Internal Investigation. We concluded based on the internal investigation that we would ask for the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation to conduct an investigation to determine if any criminal activity has occurred.

I am not able to provide any additional information because of the on-going investigations.

Area Firefighters Battle House Fire in Dunn

Harnett — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:38:32 +0000

Dunn, NC structure fire. N. McKay at Granville St. Dunn Emergency Services, Erwin Fire, Coats-Grove Fire, Buies Creek Fire, Dunn PD, and Harnett County Fire Marshals Office responded.

Blood Drive Today at Buies Creek Fire & Rescue

Harnett — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:05:01 +0000

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Stop by Buies Creek Fire & Rescue and give blood from 1:00PM -6:00PM

Anderson Creek Charter School Administrator tenure Terminated

Harnett — Wed, 11 May 2016 17:18:48 +0000

Anderson Creek Charter School Administrator tenure Terminated

According to a letter sent to parents of students attending Anderson Creek Charter School, Mr. Ozie Hall the administrator has been terminated. This comes on the heels of actions taken by the NC Attorney General’s office against Mr. Hall. Mr. Hall was administrator of another charter school in North Carolina and allegations were put fourth about mishandling of state funds. The investigation is ongoing with the NC Attorney General’s office.

Firefighters from Multiple Departments fighting large Commercial Fire at Alphin brothers in Dunn

Harnett — Tue, 10 May 2016 17:49:35 +0000

Firefighters from Multiple Departments fighting large Commercial Fire at Alphin brothers in Dunn

Credit Robert Jordan

Reports are indicating that there is a large commercial fire at Alphin Brothers building off of 301 hwy in Dunn. Crews from all over the county are on scene battling the blaze.

Harnett Sheriff’s Office Target of N&O Article and Video

Harnett — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:58:31 +0000

This video can be found at www.newsobserver.com

Buies Creek Fire Department Annual Catfish Tournament

Harnett — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 16:18:41 +0000

Click Here for more Info

http://www.buiescreekfirerescue.org/news/fullstory/newsid/227190

Buies Creek Fire Department is hosting it’s annual fishing tournament this summer. The 3rd annual event is scheduled to take place June 4th and 5th 2016 and 100% of the proceeds raised will benefit the North Carolina Fallen Fire Fighters Foundation. More information and details about the tournament are posted below. We hope to see you this year at this tournament for a great cause!

House Fire on Red Hill Church Road

Harnett — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 15:52:48 +0000

4/18/16 Erwin Fire Department dispatched to a residential structure fire at 1186 Red Hill Church Rd. Mutual aid was given by Dunn Emergency Services

Body Found at Carolina Lakes Marina

Harnett — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 17:22:09 +0000

This morning at 09:30am the Sheriff’s office received a 911 call reporting a body at the Carolina Lakes marina located on Carolina way in Sanford. The death is under investigation, however foul play is not suspected. The deceased is an adult 35 Year old male. The name of the deceased is not being released prior to contacting family.