Obituaries
Kenneth Lennon
Kenneth Lennon 57 of Whiteville transitioned into eternal rest on January 21, 2022 [Read More]
Year: 2022
Obituaries
Wilbur Ronald Hayes
Wilbur Ronald Hayes, 78, of Clarendon, died Saturday, January 22, 2022 [Read More]
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Cleveland Williamson, Jr.
*ATTENTION SERVICE CHANGE* Cleveland Williamson, Jr. age 91 of Boardman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, [Read More]
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Dr. Don Thomas Peacock, Jr.
Dr. Don Thomas Peacock, Jr., 59, of Whiteville, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, who loved and adored him, on Friday, January 21, 2022 [Read More]
Sports
The Daily Sports Wrap Up
1/22/22 Daily Sports Wrap Up NBA: DeMarcus Cousins signs a 10-day contract with the Denver Nuggets. Yesterday’s Scores: Kings at Bucks 7pm Cavaliers host Thunder 8pm NBA TV Pacers versus Suns 9pm NHL Last Night: Flyers [Read More]
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Ice, snow build across county
Ice, freezing rain and some snowflakes are being reported across Columbus. While ice accumulations may be lower than initial National Weather Service forecasts, area roads are still treacherous. A curfew is in place until 6 [Read More]
Sports
The Daily Sports Wrap Up
1/21/22 Daily Sports Wrap Up NBA – Yesterday’s Scores: Pelicans win 102-91 over the Knicks. Jonas Valanciunas had a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Brandon Ingram had 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 [Read More]
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County prepares for storm
County under curfew starting at 6 p.m. Columbus County will be under a nighttime curfew except for essential and emergency workers through Sunday morning. The curfew lasts from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. Friday and [Read More]
Obituaries
Bessie McLean
Thursday January 20th, 2022, Mrs. Bessie Florence Baker McLean left a legacy of love when she departed from this earthly life [Read More]
Business
Backpack Buddies step up for hungry kids
The Columbus Baptist Association had a successful evening at their monthly Backpack Buddies Ministry Tuesday. The organization had 15 volunteers lend a hand and over 500 bags were packed. Without access to free or reduced [Read More]
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The Good News Jan.22-28
Three cold and wet puppies were rescued by Lake Waccamaw Police Department in the early morning hours on Tuesday. Jeff Marlowe found the furbabies abandoned at the dam at the end of Waccamaw Shores Road, and called [Read More]
Obituaries
Norma Jean (Starnes) McCall
Norma Jean McCall, 74, of Clarkton passed away Wednesday, January 19, 202 [Read More]
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Frances Lee (Nance) Buffkin
Frances Lee Nance Buffkin, age 80 of Whiteville, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 20, 2022 [Read More]
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Annis Irene (Scott) Ward
Annis Irene Scott Ward, age 85 of Chadbourn, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, January 20, 2022 [Read More]
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Charles Edward Bullard
Charles Edward Bullard age 72 of Chadbourn passed on January 19, 2022, [Read More]
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The Friday Feature
Friday Feature by: Vinny Pagano January 21, 2022 With the Winter Olympics just two weeks away in Beijing, I want to make sure I give it some attention and let you know a few things [Read More]