
COLUMBUS COUNTY NEWS – THE LATEST FRONT PAGE HEADLINES
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CCN Weather Update
Weather Update – Monday June 16, 2026
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Front Page
CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 16, 2025
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 15, 2025
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COLUMBUS CONNECTION
The Columbus Connection – Whiteville Police Chief Paul Rockenbach
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Pilot Diverted from Grand Strand Due to Weather
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Plane Crash Kills Two in Dothan
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Plane Reportedly Crashes Near State Line
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CCN Weather Update
Weather Update – Saturday June 14, 2025
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Front Page
The Good News – Weekend Audio 🔊 Report for June 14, 2025
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Child Hurt by Lake Gator
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 13, 2025
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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 13, 2025
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SCC Sets Forum For Greenspace Plan
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Water Source Concerns Cited for Old Lake Project
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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 13, 2025
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CCN Weather Update
Weather Update – Friday June 13, 2025
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VMPA to Hold Flag Ceremony; Wreath Sponsors Needed
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 12, 2025
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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 12, 2025
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ADR Improves Response with Foam System
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CCN Weather Update
Weather Update – Thursday June 12, 2025
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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 12, 2025
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Big Crowd Speaks Out Against Proposal
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 11, 2025
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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 11, 2025


The Columbus Connection – Whiteville Police Chief Paul Rockenbach
by Columbus County News in COLUMBUS CONNECTION 0

CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 16, 2025
by Columbus County News in Front Page 0

Tuesday Meeting Set for Old Lake Project
by Jefferson Weaver in Business 0

KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD – Why Does the Bible Say, “Honor Your Father and Mother”?
by Columbus County News in Church News 0

Weather Update – Monday June 16, 2026
by Christopher Cawley in CCN Weather Update 0
COLUMBUUS COUNTY NEWS – HEALTH HEADLINES

Practical Tips for Working in Construction to Keep You Safe

Tips to Manage Your Mental Health the Right Way
COLUMBUS COUNTY NEWS – LOCAL OBITUARIES
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Obituaries
Betty Ann Grainger Buck
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Obituaries
Joseph Washington
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Obituaries
Mary Ruth Rush
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Obituaries
Riley Clark
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Margaret Greene
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Pinkney Devon Duncan
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Sean Paul Williamson
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Donna Jean (Coy) Smith
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Obituaries
Clifton Freeman, Jr.
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Obituaries
Gene Evans Mishoe
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Obituaries
Virgina Dare (Stanley) Prince
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Obituaries
Edward “Pug” Williamson
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Steven D. Hilbourn
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Catherine Bell
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Betty Ruth Merritt James
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Margaret A. Sheppard
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Cora Nealey
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James Luther Williams
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Eddie Williamson
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Pete Nobles
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Obituaries
Margaret Pearl (Lowery) McLamb
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Obituaries
Betty Lou Williams Lewis
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Myrtle Alpha (Clewis) McCumbee
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Obituaries
James Earl Hill Jr.
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Obituaries
Mr. Alan Larry Evans
CHURCH NEWS – Submit your news to churchnews@columbuscountynews.com
COLUMBUS COUNTY NEWS – COMMENTARY
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Front Page
Jefferson Weaver • 12,050 Days
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Jefferson Weaver • In Defense of Men
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COLUMBUS CONNECTION
The Columbus Connection – Toxic Masculinity and Kratom Regulation Commentary
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Jefferson Weaver • Finding Peace in the Pen
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Jefferson Weaver • A Man Called Frank
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COLUMBUS CONNECTION
The Columbus Connection – Chaplain Marcia DeRush of the Columbus County Disaster Coalition
The Latest CCN Headlines
- Weather Update – Monday June 16, 2026 June 16, 2025
- CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 16, 2025 June 16, 2025
- CCN Daily News Briefs for June 15, 2025 June 15, 2025
- The Columbus Connection – Whiteville Police Chief Paul Rockenbach June 15, 2025
- Betty Ann Grainger Buck June 14, 2025
- Pilot Diverted from Grand Strand Due to Weather June 14, 2025
- Joseph Washington June 14, 2025
- Mary Ruth Rush June 14, 2025
- Riley Clark June 14, 2025
- Plane Crash Kills Two in Dothan June 14, 2025
- Plane Reportedly Crashes Near State Line June 14, 2025
- Weather Update – Saturday June 14, 2025 June 14, 2025
- The Good News – Weekend Audio 🔊 Report for June 14, 2025 June 14, 2025
- Child Hurt by Lake Gator June 13, 2025
- CCN Daily News Briefs for June 13, 2025 June 13, 2025
- CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 13, 2025 June 13, 2025
- SCC Sets Forum For Greenspace Plan June 13, 2025
- Water Source Concerns Cited for Old Lake Project June 13, 2025
- CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 13, 2025 June 13, 2025
- Weather Update – Friday June 13, 2025 June 13, 2025
- VMPA to Hold Flag Ceremony; Wreath Sponsors Needed June 12, 2025
- CCN Daily News Briefs for June 12, 2025 June 12, 2025
- CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 12, 2025 June 12, 2025
- Margaret Greene June 12, 2025
- Pinkney Devon Duncan June 12, 2025
COLUMBUS COUNTY NEWS – News From Across the County

CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 16, 2025
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for June 16, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Pilot Diverted from Grand Strand Due to Weather
The pilot who crashed in Dothan today (Saturday) diverted from Grand Strand Airport due to heavy storms. Two people died when the Beechcraft Baron went down at a high rate of speed just north of [Read More]

Plane Crash Kills Two in Dothan
Updated 7:27 p.m. A twin engine plane crashed north of Old Dothan Road Saturday (today), killing two people. Sheriff Bill Rogers said the crash occurred around 1 p.m. The six seat private plane was headed [Read More]

Plane Reportedly Crashes Near State Line
Breaking news Columbus and Horry county authorities are searching for a possible plane crash near the Dothan area. Columbus County Sheriff Bill Rogers said the plane dropped off Myrtle Beach radar around 1 p.m. In [Read More]

Child Hurt by Lake Gator
An alligator was “neutralized” after allegedly injuring a child at Lake Waccamaw today. Lake Waccamaw Police reported via social media that the child was seriously injured, but the wounds were not life threatening. Multiple children [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 13, 2025
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for June 13, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

SCC Sets Forum For Greenspace Plan
By Kaylie Simmons Southeastern Community College Southeastern Community College is excited to announce the launch of a new Greenway and Nature Trail Project, designed to enhance recreational opportunities and environmental education on campus. This initiative [Read More]

Water Source Concerns Cited for Old Lake Project
Around 60 people concerned about a proposed 4,500 home development turned out Thursday for a question and answer session at Lake Waccamaw. County Commissioner Lavern Coleman, who attended Tuesday’s meeting organized by Bay Branch Timber [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 13, 2025
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for June 13, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

VMPA to Hold Flag Ceremony; Wreath Sponsors Needed
The Veterans Memorial Park of America has proudly announced a series of events for 2025 that will bring together both the community and the veterans of Columbus County in remembrance and camaraderie. From flag ceremonies [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 12, 2025
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for June 12, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

ADR Improves Response with Foam System
For years, Acme Delco Riegelwood Fire Rescue (ADR) has faced problems with flammable materials. The thousands of commercial trucks move through the east end of Columbus every day. There’s also a concentration of industrial facilities [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 12, 2025
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for June 12, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Big Crowd Speaks Out Against Proposal
Around 200 people turned out Tuesday to speak out against a planned development for Old Lake Road between Lake Waccamaw and Buckhead. Bay Branch LLC wants to build 4,531 homes on 1,000 acres between Union [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 11, 2025
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for June 11, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Woman Charged in Cinderblock Attack, Shooting
A Whiteville area woman is being held under no bond after allegedly smashing another woman’s windshield with a cinderblock, then shooting her twice. Andrenaishia Davis, 19, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon, discharing [Read More]

The Good News June 11-17, 2025
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there from Columbus County News. Gas up that car, and get your walking shoes on because you’re going to be traveling this Father’s Day weekend in Columbus. [Read More]

Lake Waccamaw Town Board Meeting – June 10, 2025
The Monthly Lake Waccamaw Town Board Meeting Our Videographer was Crystal Faircloth This video, and many others are archived on CCTV – Columbus County TV for later viewing. www.ColumbusCountyTV.com

CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 10, 2025
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for June 10, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Ransom New Associate VP; Ammons and Orders Promoted to Dean
By Kaylie Simmons Southeastern Community College Southeastern Community College’s leadership roles received an upgrade March 1 when Angie Ransom was named the Associate Vice President of Education and Training, Dr. Mike Ammons was named Dean [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 10, 2025
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for June 10, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Rape, Indecent Liberties Charged
Whiteville Police have charged a man with having sexual relations with an underage girl. Norman Isiah Greenleaf, 32, of Brunswick, was charged with taking indecent liberties with a minor, statutory rape, and failure to appear [Read More]

CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for June 9, 2025
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for June 9, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊

Tuesday Meeting Set for Old Lake Project
Developers will host a meeting Tuesday (June 10) at 6 p.m. to provide more details on a proposed 4,500 home development near Lake Waccamaw. The property, located roughly between Union Chapel Baptist Church and the [Read More]

City Moving Along on Canal Street Drainage
City officials and R.J. Corman Railroad are closer to improving stormwater runoff in downtown Whiteville. At their meeting Tuesday (June 10), Whiteville City Council will hear an update from City Manager Darren Currie on efforts [Read More]

Bridge To Honor Fallen Officer
A ceremony and bridge dedication Friday will honor a fallen local officer. Franklin Dale “Frankie” Perritte died in a car crash while pursuing a felony suspect in Cumberland County in 1995. Perritte was with the [Read More]

Jefferson Weaver • 12,050 Days
It was just another Saturday in June. The corn was tall, but cried out for mercy in the heat. The only clouds in the sky gave but the faintest hope of a late afternoon thunderstorm. [Read More]