My friend Pat is still vigorous and trail-hiking at age 83, but he’s unsparing about aging. “You may not be old when you’re in your 70s,” he said over lunch, ...

Remember the good ol’ days when COVID-19 vaccinations were virtually fought over because they were so sought after?

Back in the 2007-8 era, my wife and I were visiting the area searching for a new home. To assist in the search and learn ...

© 2025 All contents © The Pilot LLC. Contents cannot be reproduced or used without express written consent of the publisher.

Ten years ago Baxter and I opened Casino Guitars, and to our surprise, people thank us for running a guitar store here. Yes, we’ve helped with events like last year’s ...

I had strong political disagreements with Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, on both style and substance — and I mourn his death, deem it an indefensible crime and fear ...

As I travel down U.S. 1 toward Aberdeen, I am struck by the fact that I could be traveling in most any town in America. Where are the trees ?

When President Obama was awarded the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize, he was surprised by the selection. Oddsmakers had given him a 12.5 percent chance of winning, and 61 percent of ...

Many of us voted in the last school board election to replace the “my way or the highway,” board members. We are disappointed only to find what appears to be ...

The walls and the desk of Charles Campbell’s office are now bare as the Southern Pines police deputy chief prepares to retire ...

The Pinecrest Patriots volleyball team fell victim to a reverse sweep Thursday night at home when they welcomed the Jack ...

For most of us, these little social interactions are part of a normal day. For those struggling with dementia, engaging with ...