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Patricia Ann “Trish” Greene

Patricia Ann “Trish” Greene, age 81, of Cerro Gordo, ran into her Savior’s arms on Friday evening, September 4, 2020...

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September 10, 2020
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Tammy Louise Merritt Mercer

Tammy Louise Merritt Mercer, age 55 of Chadbourn, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2020...

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September 10, 2020
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Norraine Dale Willoughby Musselwhite

Norraine Dale Willoughby Musselwhite, age 67 of Lumberton, passed away on Monday evening, August 31, 2020,...

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September 10, 2020
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Meta Agusta Ellington Ward

Meta Agusta Ellington Ward, age 71 of Whiteville, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020...

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September 10, 2020
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Alleged dealer had toddler in car during sales

A Whiteville man charged with selling heroin made at least one transaction with a toddler in the car, the sheriff’s office said. Christopher Scott Deans, 24, is charged with possession...

Jefferson Weaver
September 9, 2020
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Taylor Lauren Williamson and William Scott Sealy. Debra Sealy's photo was not available.
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Deputy witnesses alleged break-in attempt

An alleged break-in that took place in eyesight of a deputy led to three people being arrested Sept. 3.  Taylor Lauren Williamson, 27, of 5426 Pleasant Plains Church Rd., Whiteville,...

Jefferson Weaver
September 9, 2020
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Volunteers needed at Fair Bluff big cat rescue

Extra hands are needed to help a dream comemone step closer to reality later this month. Shizzy’s Wildcat Rescue, a non- profit animal rescue, is building a 56 acres sanctuary...

Jefferson Weaver
September 9, 2020
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Christopher Harold Jacobs
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Man charged with revenge porn

A Chadbourn area man has been jailed for sharing intimate pictures of a woman without her permission. Christopher Harold Jacobs, 40, was arrested on warrants drawn by Det. A. Dicicco...

Jefferson Weaver
September 8, 2020
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Woman fleeing ‘pursuers’ leads high speed chase

Multiple agencies were involved in a high speed pursuit Saturday after a woman claiming she was being followed fled form police. Lake Waccamaw Police Chief Scott Hyatt said Jan Currie...

Jefferson Weaver
September 7, 2020
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Fire trucks line up at People's Funeral Home after escorting Billy Six Monday.
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Firefighter dies from wreck injuries

 Billy Six was the second local firefighter to die in a motorcycle crash this year. Hallsboro firefighter Billy Six Saturday from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash Sept. 1, becoming...

Jefferson Weaver
September 7, 2020
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Two jailed for beating Whiteville man, 80

Whiteville Police arrested a male and a female for the save beating of a senior citizen Friday.John Lewis Hall Sr., 80, was found beaten and dumped in a canal in...

Jefferson Weaver
September 5, 2020
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The Columbus County Health Department has multiple resources for dealing with COVID-19 on its social media platforms.
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Local COVID-19 recoveries at 938, death toll at 52

One additional death from COVID-19 has been reported in Columbus County, increasing the total to 52. The Columbus County Health Department released its twice-weekly report today. Spokesman Daniel Buck...

Jefferson Weaver
September 3, 2020
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Bumper, false name lead to drug arrest

A lost bumper and using the name of a suspect already in jail led to a drug arrest and multiple charges in Chadbourn Sept. 2. Austin Daniel Cross II, 25,...

Jefferson Weaver
September 3, 2020
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The Month of Golden Promise

Even though this year is different in so many ways, September is a month of golden promise. My shirt was soaked, despite having been relieved of its sleeves and collars...

Jefferson Weaver
September 2, 2020
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James Edward McKamey
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Death penalty jury dismissed

Trial was scheduled when pandemic hit The alleged killer of a beloved local music teacher likely won’t go on trial this year. Carol Greer was stabbed to death in the...

Jefferson Weaver
September 2, 2020
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Drugs and several firearms -- including one that was reported stolen in Bladen County -- were confiscated in the second raid on the Whiteville area home.
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Second time’s the charm

Drugs, stolen firearms, five suspects picked up in second drug raid on home. Five suspects were arrested after the second investigation into alleged drug activity on Northwood Drive. The sheriff’s...

Jefferson Weaver
September 1, 2020
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