As I said, Laurinburg is really desolate...I looked at the map to refresh my memory. You have Rockingham (big NASCAR racing town) closeby. You are also close to the SC border, but a very isolated part of the state. The nearest "big" city is Fayetteville, NC where there are two military bases, but a very nice, revitalized downtown. Charlotte is probably a couple hours away from there, and then we're only 90 miles from Charlotte!!! Do I see road trips?? Plus, you wouldn't be too terribly far from the coast either....one of my favorite places.

Raleigh is north of Laurinburg. A great city, much to do, but I would imagine it is probably a minimum of two hours away or more. NC is a huge state, but a good one. So even if you decide on the position in Raleigh, I think you would love it.

I've given you a bit to chew on here, haven't I? Good luck!!