07/08/2026
UPDATE: There were some questions about the delay in the approval of liquor licenses. Citizens were wondering if the delay was caused by the city or state.
There is a backlog at the state level and it may cause a delay in processing applications. However, it was revealed last night that the Department of Revenue (DOR) needed the City of Lumberton to update some verbiage on their ordinance. That update is being completed and it’s not going to cause any delays. The DOR is still processing applications and hopefully they will have businesses approved as soon as possible.