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Lumberton Station
Downtown Lumberton welcomed new energy last week as Lumberton Station celebrated its ribbon-cutting. Community members, local leaders, and supporters gathered to mark the transformation of this historic space into a vibrant destination for connection and growth.
Owned and developed by Tommy and Gidget Vickers, the project reflects a strong commitment to preserving Lumberton’s character while fueling its future. Adding to the excitement is the upcoming Ladder Company Cafe, a firehouse-inspired café that will bring artisan sandwiches and fresh lunch options to the heart of downtown.
The event showcased the continued momentum in downtown Lumberton, with Lumberton Station and the Ladder Company Cafe serving as a spark for revitalization, community pride, and new opportunities.
Pictured is Tommy and Gidget Vickers cutting the ribbon along with Chamber Chair Mark Morse, Mayor Bruce Davis, City Manager Wayne Horne, Council members Karen Higley, Melissa Robinson, Alfred Douglas, Owen Thomas, John Carroll and Leroy Rising.
The Sweet Spot Boutique
A ribbon cutting was held recently at The Sweet Spot Boutique located at 1500 N. Roberts Avenue, Suite A (beside Deal King Service Center) in Lumberton. The owner of the shop is Krystal Blanton. Krystal had a goal to own her own business on day. Guided by Mark Wilkins of The Deal King of Lumberton her dream became a reality. Krystal graduated from Robeson Community College and attends Lander University with a concentration in business Administration. The Boutique has clothing and accessories and is open Monday-Thursday 10-4 and Friday and Saturday 9-6. Be sure to stop by and shop with her!
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The Students of Excellence attended the March Lumberton Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting and luncheon. Pictured l to r are Sandra Oliver-Education Chair for the Chamber, Deborah Stone and Heather Williams -Lumberton Senior High School Counselors, Jasmine King- 12th grade Lumberton Senior High School, Fabiola Baeza Navarrete-11th Grade Early College, Hannah Inman-12th grade Early College , Megan Goins- Early College Counselor and Mark Morse, Chamber Chairman. Not pictured is Laiken Wilcox-12th grade Lumberton Senior High School. Congratulations to you all!
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The transformation has officially begun at Biggs Park Mall, bringing new energy to Lumberton’s retail landscape.
National retailers including TJ Maxx, Burlington, and Five Below are coming to the center, with additional restaurants in discussion. Existing stores—including Belk, Maurice’s, and other longtime tenants—will also renovate as part of the redevelopment.
This $18 million investment by K.M. Biggs, Inc. continues the family’s legacy of adapting to changing retail trends, creating a modern hybrid shopping destination while preserving space for community events.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on February 16, 2026.
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Chili Roundup!
Cupid Shuffle
Rumba Time
Its Rumba Time!
The Lumberton Chamber Ambassadors met this week. Numerous business representatives attended and shared information regarding upcoming events.
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Mall Reno
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Sunflowers Wellness Therapeutic Services, PLLC Celebrates Grand Opening of Lumberton Location
Pictured left to right: Kevin Bullard, Cynthia Bethea, Tytus White, Dr. Corey Winston (Owner), Chanel Powell, DeNotra Winston
(Owner), Johnnie Johnson, Cheyenne Eckard, City Councilman Eric Chavis, and Lumberton Area Chamber Representative Linda Branch
The Lumberton Area Chamber of Commerce held a
ribbon cutting ceremony for Sunflowers Wellness
Therapeutic Services, PLLC. Sunflowers Wellness
Therapeutic Services, PLLC is a mental health
private practice owned and operated by
husband-and-wife team Dr. Corey Winston and
DeNotra Winston. Guided by the belief that mental
health is just as important as physical health, the
practice provides therapy and support services for
individuals, couples, families, and youth. Licensed
clinicians and counselors specialize in trauma,
substance use recovery, grief, anxiety, depression,
perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, stress, and
life transitions.
In addition to clinical services, Sunflowers Wellness
maintains a strong commitment to community
wellness. The practice hosts youth programs,
summer activities, and group sessions designed to
support children, teens, and adults in building
healthier, more balanced lives. Services include
individual counseling, group therapy, and
family-based support.
Additional offerings include Creative Art
Therapy with makeup artist Cynthia Bethea
(by appointment), Crochet Class with
Johnnie Johnson held Thursdays from 10
a.m. to noon, a Women’s Group via Zoom
on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon, and a
Men’s Group via Zoom on Mondays at 7
p.m. to 8 p.m .. Sunflowers Wellness plans
to continue expanding its community
programming. Updates are available on
Sunflowers Wellness Therapeutic Services,
PLLC page on Facebook.
The Lumberton office is conveniently
located at 4145 Fayetteville Road, Suite C,
in Lumberton, NC 28358. Beyond the
Lumberton location, Sunflowers Wellness
also serves the community through three
additional offices in Fayetteville, Durham,
and Greensboro. Office hours vary to
accommodate client needs. For more
information or to schedule an
appointment, call (910) 222-8015 or email
ad mi n@sunflowerswellnessllc.com.
Congratulations!
The Lumberton Area Chamber of Commerce extends its sincere congratulations to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina on achieving full federal recognition.
This milestone reflects generations of leadership, perseverance, and commitment to preserving culture, identity, and community. The Lumbee Tribe has played a vital role in shaping the social, cultural, and economic fabric of our region, and this recognition affirms the significance of those contributions.
We celebrate this meaningful moment and recognize the dedication of those who worked tirelessly to make it possible. This achievement strengthens our community and creates new opportunities for future generations across southeastern North Carolina.
Holiday Pics!
Volunteers!
Chamber Ambassadors
The Chamber Ambassadors met at 219 Elm recently and enjoyed a Christmas celebration. Thank you Gidgit!
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