Obituaries
Mike Butts
January 5, 1949 ~ August 2, 2024 (age 75) Mike Butts 75, of LakeWaccamaw passed away Friday, August 3, 2024. He was born January 5, 1949 in Georgetown, SC the son of the late Truman [Read More]
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James Glenn Wilkins
November 20, 1954 — July 31, 2024 Mr. James Glenn Wilkins of Tar Heel, North Carolina was born on Saturday, November 20, 1954 and passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the Cape Fear [Read More]
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The Good News for Aug. 2
The Waccamaw Siouan Tribe has long been identified with the Old Lake Road between Lake Waccamaw, Saint James and Buckhead. Historical references indicate it was used by the Waccamaw people long before Europeans came here. [Read More]
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Stolen Truck Leads to Guns, Financial Crimes
Trying to pawn a gold bracelet led to the arrests of three suspects in a string of crimes involving stolen financial information, firearms and a vehicle on Tuesday. James Andrew Delaney, Crystal Gayle Long and [Read More]
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Chase Endangered Toddler, Report Says
The suspect who fled a traffic stop at high speed with an unsecured toddler in his car has been arrested. Kiheem Raekwon Bell, 24, of Loris, S.C. was taken into custody Tuesday. He was charged [Read More]
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John Burrows
October 29, 1992 ~ August 1, 2024 (age 31) John Burrows, age 31 of Ash NC. Online condolences may be made at www.peacockfuneralhome.net
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Charlene McDowell
December 4, 1954 ~ July 19, 2024 (age 69) Charlene McDowell Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 03, 2024 in the Union Funeral Home Chapel at 2 pm. Burial will follow in the [Read More]
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Sweating Leads to Arrest
A wanted man was picked up outside the Nakina Dollar General store Tuesday after he was seen “Acting erratically and sweating profusely”. Kevin Michael Babson of Ash had good reason to be sweating, and it [Read More]
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Mrs. Lelia C. Vereen
July 29, 2024 Mrs. Lelia C. Vereen 75, of Shallotte, NC gave the Lord her hand and transitioned to be with her Lord on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, Bolivia, [Read More]
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Man Forced Child to Drive, Report Says
A man described as “aggressive when he is impaired” was arrested after allegedly forcing a child to drive him around the Sydney community. Matthew Blake Coker, 35, was held under a secured bond on charges [Read More]
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Ms. Wanda Freeman
July 24, 2024 Ms. Wanda Freeman closed the curtains of this life on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in Hallsboro, NC. Services to commemorate Ms. Wanda’s life will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at [Read More]
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Carol Lynn (McMillian) Steele
January 5, 1968 ~ July 29, 2024 (age 56) Carol Lynn McMillian Steele, 56, of Whiteville, died Monday, July 29, 2024, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Private services will be arranged by [Read More]
Church News
Backpack Buddies Begins Aug. 19
Backpack Buddies for the new school year begins August 19 at the Columbus Baptist Association Office. Volunteers are needed to help fill bags for children at al city and county schools who might not have [Read More]
Business
Certified Burner Class Set by NCFS
Registration is now open for the N.C. Forest Service Certified Burner Training Class set for Oct. 21-23. All 2024 Certified Burner classes will be delivered through a combination of virtual classroom sessions and in-person group [Read More]
Business
State Sweeping Snack Brand from Shelves
A snack line sold online and in CBD, vape and convenience stores is being withdrawn after 78 people in 28 states have been sickened by the products. Diamond Shruumz makes chocolates, cones and gummies infused [Read More]
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Jefferson Weaver • I Hate August
I hate August. Every year, it slithers in like a disease-carrying slug, leaving a sneaking slimy trail of sweat, sorrow, sadness, stink, suppuration and suffering that no amount of scrubbing and sanitizer can sluice away. [Read More]