Robeson County
Coverage of Robeson County in the Nexus archive.
- The newest federally recognized tribe wants better healthcare. It may be on its own.
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, recently recognized as the 575th federally recognized tribe, seeks better healthcare access through the Indian Health Service (IHS), but faces challenges due to chronic IHS underfunding and limited local facilities. Tribe members, including Angie Lowery, struggle with health issues like diabetes and heart conditions, exacerbated by poverty and inadequate healthcare infrastructure in Robeson County.
- The Newest Federally Recognized Tribe Wants Better Healthcare. It May Be On Its Own.
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, recently recognized as the 575th federally recognized tribe, faces significant healthcare challenges despite potential access to federal funding. The Indian Health Service (IHS), which could provide critical support, is chronically underfunded, and the nearest facility is over two hours away for most Lumbee citizens in Robeson County, an area with high poverty and poor health outcomes.
- The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. wants better healthcare, but plans to fund it are in limbo
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina seeks improved healthcare for its members, but funding plans remain unresolved. Robeson County, home to most Lumbee citizens, is among the worst U.S. counties for health outcomes. The tribe currently relies on the Indian Health Service, which is insufficient to address community health needs.
- The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. wants better healthcare, but plans to fund it are in limbo
The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. seeks improved healthcare for its community in Robeson County, which ranks among the worst U.S. counties for health. Current access to the Indian Health Service is insufficient, and plans to fund better care are stalled.
- 3 arrested, including former deputy’s stepmother, in 11-year-old homicide case
Three individuals, including Sara Graham’s stepmother and her two sons, were arrested in connection with her 2015 disappearance and death in North Carolina. They face charges including first-degree murder and evidence tampering after a court ruled Sara dead 11 years after she vanished.
- Stepmother, 2 sons arrested in Sara Graham disappearance, death, sheriff says
Connie Graham, the stepmother of missing Robeson County woman Sara Graham, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder, felony conspiracy, and stealing, altering, in connection with Sara's disappearance and death. The case also involves Sara's two sons, who were arrested alongside her.
- Lumbee Tribe rejects casino plans in Robeson County
The Lumbee Tribe rejected plans for a casino in Robeson County, with 62% of voters opposing the proposal. Chairman John Lowrey stated the tribe has chosen to maintain the current status and will not reconsider the issue for 18 months.
- Groups sue Robeson County over PFAS in county drinking water
Environmentalists sued Robeson County over PFAS contamination in drinking water caused by the Robeson County Landfill. The lawsuit claims the landfill's expansion and PFAS pollution endanger 67,000 residents relying on the Rocco Water Treatment Plant, which has the highest PFAS levels in North Carolina.