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Moore County Surpasses $750 Million in Visitor Spending for 2022

In 2022, Moore County witnessed an unprecedented $750 million in economic impact from visitor spending, an 11 percent increase from the previous year. Moore County remains the tenth highest tourism economy in the state, its highest ranking in history. The data comes from an annual study commissioned by Visit North Carolina, a unit of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, and compiled by Tourism Economics in collaboration with U.S. Travel Association.

Small Towns Big Style

As a relatively small area tucked in North Carolina’s Sandhills region, it would be easy to assume that Pinehurst and Southern Pines don’t have much to offer in terms of shopping. Any local could tell you that this is simply not true! The shopping scene here boasts an eclectic array of locally-owned boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops.While the best way to discover the local hotspots is by exploring the historic downtown areas of Pinehurst and Southern Pines for yourself, here are some local favorites to get you started. Happy shopping!

Romantic Gift Ideas In Pinehurst Area

February is the month of love, so why is it only 28 days long? We need more love (and cowbell)! Valentine’s Day 2023 is just around the corner and while a countless number of businesses and restaurants in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen Area will offer specials, discounts and more to share with your love, here are our Top 7 Valentine’s Ideas to get your heart racing!