Feast Down East (FDE) recently announced the winners of its inaugural Farmer Scholarship Program. The scholarships, valued up to $450 each, have been awarded to local farmers within 100 miles of FDE&#...
The summer may be coming to an end, but there are still plenty of events to keep the little ones occupied before school starts back in full swing. Take advantage of the community days and supply givea...
The Columbus County Farmers Market may be known for fresh local produce, but this Saturday, Aug. 12, the organization will be partnering with Columbus Regional Healthcare, Western Prong Baptist Church...
Former Sheriff’s Sgt. Melvin Campbell will receive $300,000 directly from the county’s general fund and an undisclosed additional amount as a settlement in his federal civil rights lawsuit against for...
June 15, 1930 — August 10, 2023 Charles Edwin, also known as “C.E.” Kinlaw, age 93, of Bladenboro passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023, while at Lower Cape Fear Lifecare in Whiteville. He was born...
October 21, 1934 ~ August 10, 2023 (age 88) Sadie Gore Fowler, age 88, of Tabor City, NC, died Thursday, August 10, 2023 in her home. Born October 21, 1934 in Columbus County, NC, she was the daughte...
June 1, 1933 ~ August 9, 2023 (age 90) Billy Ray Walker, 90 of Whiteville passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 65 years, Naamah “June” McCall Wa...
Sylvia Pinyan is known for saving lives and comforting families in her 30 plus years as an EMT in Columbus County. Her fellow first responders are coming together Saturday to help the community return...
An early-morning shooting in Bladen left one individual seriously injured, according to the Bladen Sherff’s Office. Deputies were called to the 500 block of Berry Lewis Road, Bladenboro at 2:07 ...
Record warmth in ocean waters will trump the disruptive effects of El Nino winds, leading to a more active than normal hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said...
The county’s newest school will host a ribbon cutting and tours Aug. 24. Tabor City School consolidates Tabor Elementary and Middle schools. The $30 million facility on Stake Road will house 550 stude...
November 26, 1964 ~ August 8, 2023 (age 58) Edgar Dwayne Hayes, age 58, of Whiteville, N.C., died Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in his home. Born November 26, 1964, in Columbus County, N.C., he was the son...
December 26, 1950 ~ August 7, 2023 (age 72) Linda Diane Malpass, age 72, of Delco, NC, passed away at her residence on Monday, August 7, 2023. Linda was born in New Hanover County on December 26, 195...
I was relishing a rare day in overalls and no necktie when the huge triangular ship hovered silently over my house, blocking out the sun. I was grateful for the shade, since it was August, but I still...
The town of Lake Waccamaw recognized a league of extraordinary heroes at their August monthly meeting on Tuesday night. Several citizens, first responders, and town officials were involved with what e...
August 17, 1998 ~ August 7, 2023 (age 24) Dakota Will Hammonds, age 24, of Tabor City, NC, died Monday, August 7, 2023. Born August 17, 1998 in Horry County, SC, he was the son of Robert Will Hammond...