Good for the General Assembly, which last week put an end to the 400-acre disappointment centered on what was to have been a showcase state Indian Cultural Center in Robeson County. The way is now clear to develop an attraction in which the Lumbee tribe and the region can take pride. Whatever worthy thing the property could have become - many envisioned a resort, recreation and entertainment complex with a strong educational component - it didn't come to pass under the $1-a-year lease agreement with the Cultural Center's nonprofit board.Get the Story:
Our View: Voided lease good for Lumbee tribe, region (The Fayetteville Observer 7/1) Also Today:
Collins says state owes him $2.8M (The Robesonian 6/29)
Governor ends N.C. lease on Indian Cultural Center acreage and offers it to Lumbee Tribe (The Fayetteville Observer 6/28)
Legislation to sell N.C. Indian Cultural Center land to Lumbee tribal government awaits signature (The Fayetteville Observer 6/25)
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