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Bridge naming for former Police Chief Robert Lee Malloy

Resolution R-2026-02 would request that a bridge be named in honor of former Police Chief Robert Lee Malloy, a memorial honoring his service to the city.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 17, 2026

MediumPublic Safety

Crime Perception Debate

Laurinburg is having a real argument about whether its 'dangerous' reputation is earned or overblown. The stakes aren't just pride—officials and residents say the label can scare off jobs and growth. So the fight is really about crime facts versus the story a city tells about itself.

1 mentionLast discussed Mar 12, 2018