Beginning the week of October 12, 2026, the Town of Carthage will implement mandatory water restrictions while scheduled maintenance is performed at the Town's water treatment plant. Mandatory water restrictions are expected to remain in effect through December 6, 2026.
Ongoing downtown construction is resulting in temporary road closures, detours, and traffic delays around Carthage. Motorists should use caution, follow posted detour signs, and allow additional travel time when traveling through downtown Carthage.
Published on January 30, 2025
On Monday, February 3rd the Moore County School Board is hosting a public hearing at 5:30 pm to receive public input on the superintendent's recommendation for the replacement of Carthage Elementary School. During this time you will hear about the superintendent's recommendation to build a new school on a new site with adequate acreage for present and future needs. Those who would like to speak will be allowed up to six minutes which will be twice the normal amount given for public comments. Board members will be allowed to ask speakers questions.