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Thomas Tucker Ward
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Thomas Tucker Ward

Thomas Tucker Ward, age 89, passed away at the Angel House Hospice Center, Whiteville, NC, on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.  He was born on October 19, 1932 in Columbus County...

Crystal Faircloth
September 2, 2022
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Keyona Tyree Harris
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Keyona Tyree Harris

Keyona Tyree Harris, age 39, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully at the Angel Hospice House, Whiteville, NC.  Keyona was born on January 19, 1983 to Kenneth and Jean Harris...

Crystal Faircloth
September 2, 2022
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Elwell Ferry (Ken clark)
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Elwell Ferry Returning to Service

The iconic Elwell Ferry between Kelly and Carvers Creek will be back in service in the near future. The ferry – which was shut down due to changing river levels,...

Jefferson Weaver
September 1, 2022
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Evidence 9122 drug busts
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Eight Jailed After Drug Investigation in City

Complaints about drug activity in Whiteville, including near Central Middle School, led to eight arrests by the sheriff’s office. Beginning in July, the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Vice-Narcotics...

Jefferson Weaver
September 1, 2022
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