Hoke County Coverage

Drug bust in Hoke County leads to 2 arrests

On Friday, deputies with the Hoke County Sheriff's Office arrested two people after finding narcotics inside their home.

Hoke Co. schools locked down during hour-long search for man on the run

It was an anxious day at several public schools in central North Carolina as the school day was disrupted by lockdowns and evacuations.

Eric Miller, WRAL multimedia journalist

Active shooter drill at Hoke high school shows the importance of timing, communication

A drill Tuesday at Hoke County High School got adrenaline pumping. It was not football two-a-days or band practice, it was an active-shooter simulation involving the sheriff's office and school district leaders.

Rick Armstrong, WRAL photojournalist

Bribery allegations filed after money changes hands outside Hoke election site

No one disputes that a Hoke County commissioner running for reelection handed cash to a man in a pickup truck at a curbside voting site a week ago. The commissioner says he was just paying for his lawn care.

Travis Fain, WRAL state government reporter

Hoke Co. commissioners, school officials surprise Hoke High band with trip to San Antonio

Hoke County commissioners and school officials surprised Hoke High band students with a chance to perform in San Antonio next month.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Hoke County band students surprised with trip to San Antonio

Hoke County commissioners and school officials surprised Hoke High band students with a chance to perform in San Antonio next month.

Hoke County High band misses out on performance when Southwest cancels flight

Southwest Airlines canceled a flight where Hoke County High School's band was expected to board. The group was selected from hundreds of bands across the country to perform in San Diego this week, but they didn't get the chance to.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Canceled flight disappoints high school band members

When Southwest Airlines canceled a flight to San Diego this week, one of a cluster of cancelations that the airline blamed on technical difficulties related to the weather, the Hoke County High School band missed out on a performance that was months in the making.

Peterkin always answered the call; Longtime Hoke sheriff remembered at memorial service

Longtime Hoke County Sheriff Hubert Peterkin was lauded for a legacy of community service and unshakeable faith at a memorial service Oct. 29, 2021.

Family, law enforcement community remember Hoke Sheriff Hubert Peterkin

Family members, law enforcement officers and friends gather for a private funeral service to remember the life of Dr. Hubert Peterkin, for decades sheriff in Hoke County.

Mourners gather to honor legacy of Hoke Sheriff Peterkin

Hoke County is remembering its long-time sheriff with a viewing and funeral. Dr. Hubert Peterkin served the county for decades.

Peterkin remembered as consummate compassionate man behind the badge

On Friday morning, family, friends, colleagues and neighbors filed through Cape Fear Conference B Headquarters in Hoke County to honor the life and legacy of long-time Sheriff Hubert Peterkin, who died last weekend.

Gilbert Baez and Bryan Mims, WRAL reporters

State leaders reflect on Hoke Co. Sheriff's years of service

Dr. Hubert Peterkin was popular among colleagues for his leadership and work in serving Hoke County.

Hoke County sheriff Hubert Peterkin dies during surgical procedure

Dr. Hubert A. Peterkin, who had been sheriff in Hoke County since 2002, died late Friday during a surgical procedure, a source told WRAL News. WRAL News has been told that Peterkin had cancer.

Hoke Sheriff Dr. Hubert Peterkin dies during surgical procedure

Dr. Hubert A. Peterkin, who had been sheriff in Hoke County since 2002, died late Friday during a surgical procedure, a source told WRAL News.

Doctor takes COVID-19 vaccine to the people in Hoke County

Dr. Karen Smith is helping change minds in Hoke County, home of the lowest vaccination rate in North Carolina.

Doctor's effort to vaccinate skeptics opens doors, minds in Hoke County

Demand for the COVID-19 vaccine is slowing down, and that has some doctors taking doses straight to homes and workplaces.

Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter

Man wanted for shooting at Hoke County deputies, considered 'armed and dangerous'

Cortevin Shaw, 29, is wanted for attempted first degree murder, assault on a law enforcement officer with a firearm, and resist, delay and obstruct.

Sydney Franklin, WRAL multiplatform producer

Hoke handles coronavirus cases, keeps kids in class

There have been students, teachers and staff who have tested positive for the coronavirus, but the district has avoided community spread with strict protocols for quarantine.

Hoke County Schools manage COVID cases while keeping students in class

There have been students, teachers and staff who have tested positive for the coronavirus, but the district has avoided community spread with strict protocols for quarantine.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

Hoke County High School closes for more than a week after two staff members test positive for COVID

Hoke County High School closed on Thursday after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19. The campus is closed from Thursday until Sept. 28.

Maggie Brown, WRAL multiplatform producer

Hoke County teachers talk about challenges with students back in classroom

As school districts across the area prepare to bring students back inside the classroom, some teachers in Hoke County already know what the experience is like. They have been doing it since August.

Golden Knights show support for Hoke County school

Students and teachers at Rockfish Hoke Elementary in Raeford were treated to a performance by the Golden Knights on Tuesday.

Hoke County provides in-person learning

Hoke County's Dan Steed Elementary has about 300 students who show up for face-to-face instruction two days a week.

Teachers, students happy for face-to-face instruction in Hoke County

Hoke County's Don Steed Elementary has about 300 students who show up for face-to-face instruction two days a week.

Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter