On Thursday, April 17, former Providence Grove High School standout Emma Mazzarone’s current college team, the Virginia Tech Hokies, lost 7-6 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Pittsburgh Panthers.
The game took place at Vartabedian Field. This was their first matchup against the Panthers this season.
The Hokies’ next game is scheduled for Friday, April 18 at 2 p.m. at Vartabedian Field against Pittsburgh Panthers.
Archdale will host its 6th Annual Field of Honor Dedication to honor fallen service members. A brief ceremony and flag display are planned at Park Drive from May 21 through June 1.
Joshua Paul Dix has been arrested and charged with multiple counts related to sexual exploitation of a minor after an investigation by local authorities. The Invictus Task Force led efforts resulting in his arrest on May 7. The investigation is ongoing.
On March 3, 2026, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Apprehension Team attempted to serve a felony arrest warrant on Justin Curtis Pugh at a residence on Rose Ave. in Asheboro.
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