Obituaries
Karen Assumpcao
October 17, 1975 ~ November 19, 2023 (age 48) Karen D. Assumpao, of Whiteville, passed away on November 19, 2023. She was born in Chemung, NY the daughter of Larry Curren and the late Judy [Read More]
Month: November 2023
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Vikings Hope to Charter Bus for Tarboro Trip
The West Columbus Football team is headed for an historic matchup with Tarboro Friday, and supporters hope the team can make the long trip in comfort. The WCHS Vikings are playing Tarboro for the Eastern [Read More]
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Series of Shootings Leaves One Hurt
One woman was shot and multiple homes and vehicles were damaged in a series of shootings that began Thanksgiving, according to sheriff’s reports. It is not known if any of the shootings were related, and [Read More]
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Turkey Shoots Continue in Several Areas
Thanksgiving may be over, but if you’re still planning on a turkey for Christmas dinner, turkey shoots are still going on into the area. Old Dock/Cypress Creek Fire Department will continue to host their turkey [Read More]
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Calvin Leon Turner
April 22, 1935 ~ November 25, 2023 (age 88) Calvin Leon Turner, age 88, of Whiteville, NC, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Lumberton, NC. Calvin was born in Person [Read More]
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Leah Lynne Young
Leah Lynne Young age 65, passed away on November 24,2023 at the Columbus Regional Healthcare System in Whiteville. She was loved by many and her family. Leah Young is preceded in death by her mother [Read More]
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The Good News for Nov. 24
It’s a busy time in Columbus County. Make sure you tune in to the Good News on Saturday on KOOL 103.9 FM, and check back with the Good News tab throughout the week for updated [Read More]
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Mr. Timothy “Choppa” Brown
November 19, 2023 Mr. Timothy “ Choppa” Brown passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center in Wilmington, N.C. Moments of Reflection will be held on Saturday November 25, 2023 between [Read More]
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Mary (McLelland) Nance
August 31, 1942 ~ November 24, 2023 (age 81) Mary Etta McLelland Nance, 81, of Cerro Gordo, took her Heavenly flight on Friday, November 24, 2023, while in her home. Mary was the daughter of [Read More]
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Frances (Hipps) Honeycutt
September 13, 1935 ~ November 22, 2023 (age 88) Frances Sue Hipps Honeycutt, 88, of Chapin, SC and formerly of Gastonia, NC, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, in the Prisma Health Richland Hospital [Read More]
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William Keith Blake, Sr.
October 9, 1927 ~ November 22, 2023 (age 96) William Keith Blake, Sr. age 96 of Lake Waccamaw, went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at his home, surrounded by [Read More]
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Reginald Curtis “Reggie” Hayes
May 19, 1973 ~ November 22, 2023 (age 50) Reginald Curtis Hayes age 50, died Wednesday, November 22, 2023 in Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville, NC. Born in Robeson County, NC, he was the son [Read More]
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Tiffani Branch Dudney
May 4, 1983 ~ November 21, 2023 (age 40) Tiffani Paule Branch Dudney, age 40, of Tabor City, NC, died Tuesday, November 21, 2023 in her home. Born May 4, 1983 in New Hanover County, [Read More]
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Ula Fowler Allen
November 5, 1937 ~ November 19, 2023 (age 86) Ula Fowler Allen, 86, of Clarendon passed away Sunday November 19, 2023. She was born November 5, 1937 in Horry County SC, to the late Ben [Read More]
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Jefferson Weaver • Pine Trees, Pie and Giving Thanks
I always feel bad for Thanksgiving. Ironically, I was having a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner when I realized how the holiday deserves our sympathy. It seems like only 20 years ago we honored what the day [Read More]
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Man Shot, Woman Run Over in Friday Incident
One man is in critical condition after he was shot during a fight in Buckhead Friday. A female victim is recovering after she was allegedly run over by the suspect. The suspect was arrested after [Read More]