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Topics getting the most attention in Moore County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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School IT Facility Funding Swap

The county approved $600,000 for Pinecrest High School athletic projects and gave North Moore High School flexibility to use its prior funds for non-turf upgrades.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 2, 2026

HighSchools

Moore County Schools FY 2026-27 Budget Request

County commissioners and school officials are jointly urging the state to restore funding for art, music, and P.E. teachers so local tax dollars don't have to cover state mandates.

2 mentionsLast discussed May 5, 2026

HighSchools

Union Pines High School turf field funding

The county put $600,000 toward turf fields at Union Pines and North Moore, and the CVB added a $120,000 grant. Now the board is demanding schools use about $480,000 in lapsed SRO salaries to close the gap — and floating a state audit if they can't.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Jan 20, 2026