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A. Gene Cobb, Jr., 33°, PGM

Sovereign Grand Inspector General • Orient of North Carolina

Scottish Rite Freemasonry • Keeping our Valleys informed and united

Latest Message from the SGIG

This is a reminder regarding the upcoming Joint Reunion.

1. Dress Code Update The dress code has changed: SOAR and the Reunion: Dark suit, white shirt, and tie (tuxedo also acceptable both days) Banquet: Tuxedo and formal attire

2. Registration Please make sure you are registered and, if needed, have a hotel room booked. Registration will be closing soon, so don't delay. You are welcome — and encouraged — to attend the Friday SOAR session if possible.

3. Banquet Registration Please double-check that you have not registered twice for the banquet. The $375 fee already covers both your banquet and SOAR attendance, so a second registration is only needed if you're also registering your wife.

If you have any questions or haven't yet confirmed your registration, please reach out as soon as possible.

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From Members

Member Spotlight: Three Sons, One Father, and One Path Forward

2026 • Valley of Raleigh

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Member Spotlight: The Life and Legacy of Charles B. Newcomb, 33° Grand Cross

Summer 2026 • Valley of Wilmington

Many Masons in the Wilmington area, and in our grand jurisdiction might be familiar with the name Charlie Newcomb.

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Member Spotlight: Bro. Robert Strickland Shares His Journey

December 28, 2025 • Member Submission

One brother's story of how RiteCare Scottish Rite Childhood Language Program and the Scottish Rite changed his life and strengthened his family.

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Member Spotlight: Jack Lucas, 32° KCCH

Dec 31 2024 • Valley of New Bern

American Marine in World War II who was awarded the Medal of Honor at the age of 17 as a private first class in the Marine Corps during the Battle of Iwo Jima.

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From the Clubs

A New Beginning for Scottish Rite Freemasonry in the High Country

Summer 2026 • High Country Scottish Rite Club

On May 29, 2026, the High Country Scottish Rite Club held its Inaugural Meeting at Snow Lodge #363 in Boone, North Carolina.

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Lee County Scottish Rite Club Raises Funds for RiteCare Scottish Rite Childhood Language Program of North Carolina

March 1, 2025 • Lee County Public Schools

NC Scottish Rite donates diagnostic audiology equipment to LCS in support of educational access for students with hearing challenges.

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From the Valleys

Doing it the Right/Rite Way

Summer 2026 • Valley of Fayetteville

It didn't take long for Jeff Thompson to realize something wasn't right about his introduction to the Masonic fraternity...

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Valley of Raleigh Celebrates Spring Reunion

April 9, 2026 • Valley of Raleigh

11 candidates received their degrees in a memorable ceremony filled with brotherhood and inspiration.

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Valley of New Bern Celebrates Americanism Award

February 21, 2026 • Valley of New Bern

For the third consecutive year, congratulations to the New Bern Scottish Rite for receiving the Americanism award!

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The 2025 Scottish Rite Ring Ceremony in the Valley of Fayetteville

January 11, 2026 • Valley of Fayetteville

The Scottish Rite Ring Ceremony in the Valley of Fayetteville, Orient of North Carolina (Southern Jurisdiction), is a cherished and solemn tradition that celebrates new members' completion of the 14th Degree, known as the Perfect Elu or Grand Elect Perfect and Sublime Mason.

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From the Orient

Update: Remember 11: 225th Sermon

June 10, 2026 • Orient of NC

Grand Chaplain's message for the 225th anniversary of Scottish Rite

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Update: Media Coverage of Our Community Outreach

April 3, 2026 • Orient of NC

Drawing from the Scottish Rite's traditional themes of Remembrance and Renewal during the holy season, SGIG Cobb reflects on the power of faith, brotherly love, and personal growth. He speaks on the historical significance of the Chapter of Rose Croix ceremonies-particularly the extinguishing and relighting of lights-symbolizing hope, renewal, and the "new commandment" to love one another.

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The Golden Age of RiteCare Scottish Rite Childhood Language Program has begun

March 1, 2025 • Orient of NC

... Now, moving forward the NCSRMF and RiteCare SRCLP of NC has the model in place to be impactful in all 100 counties of North Carolina, from Manteo to Murphy, we have the ability to help more children.

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From our Foundation

2026 Grantee:

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Logos displayed with permission. Thank you to all our grantees for the outstanding work you do in North Carolina.

2026 Grantee:
Charlotte Speech and Hearing Clinic

July 1 2026 • NCSRMF

The North Carolina Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation (NCSRMF) is proud to announce its recognition of a new and transformative sponsorship with Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center (CSHC),

Page last updated: July 31, 2026 & PDFs and articles reflect the most current information available.

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