A look at upcoming events in Sanford and Lee County for July. To have your event included in our monthly publication, email us at billy@rantnc.com. JULY 4: Sanford Freedom Fest The City of Sanford ...

Sanford will host an evening of live music, food, and fireworks at Kiwanis Park on Friday, July 4. Freedom Fest kicks off at 5 p.m. with a performance by JM Phillips, followed by headliner ...

The owners of the new Mr. Gatti's franchise have set July 14 as a tentative opening date. Matt Oborne grew up in Sanford enjoying the Mr. Gatti's that was located on Horner Boulevard from the 1980s ...

The Sanford-Lee County Planning Department will consider a plan for a large commercial project next to Walmart on N.C. 87 South, as well as plans for five residential subdivisions in Lee County, at ...

When the county budget is up for adoption every year in June, there are usually two or three people who speak out against some or all of it. On Monday, the number of unsatisfied speakers was 14, and ...

Photo by Ben Brown After a tough start to the season, the Sanford Spinners improved their overall record to 8-7 after going 6-2 over their last eight games. That streak puts the Spinners in second ...

Entertainment Sanford NC Sanford to host July 4 celebration at Kiwanis Park June 30, 2025 — 0 Comments Business Sanford NC The Rant for Lunch Mr. Gatti’s eyes July 14 opening June 25, 2025 — 4 ...

Randall Lee Stark, courtesy of Lee County Sheriff’s Office Lee County sheriff’s deputies have charged a Lemon Springs man with murder in connection with the death of his partner. Randall Lee Stark, 66 ...

Update (2:02 p.m.): Bear Creek Arsenal issued the following statement to the Rant regarding the arrests: "Today there were several employees of Bear Creek Arsenal who were detained by law enforcement.