The weather looks beautiful for this weekend, so get out there and enjoy some of the activities taking place in our area. Be sure to check out the new events section at columbuscountynews.com, where you [Read More]
The final suspect has been sentenced for his part in the October 2018 killing of Highway Patrol Trooper Kevin Conner. Raheem Davis, 27, pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact and probation violation in Columbus [Read More]
February 3, 1931 ~ April 3, 2024 (age 93) Coy Marshall Long, Sr. 93, of Whiteville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Center [Read More]
I crumpled gratefully into my grandfather’s chair, and moaned a little as I took off my shoes. I had to wonder how many other men in my family had done the same thing through all [Read More]
The second defendant in a brutal 2021 murder was sentenced to life in prison Wednesday. Jamaal Omar Green, 37, was found guilty of first degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon in the 2021 [Read More]
April 3, 2024 Mr. Warren D’Andre Howard “Buck” Obituary The moment has come and the Majestic Family has been given the solemn duty to announce, that Mr. Warren Howard is no longer troubled with the [Read More]
January 27, 1953 ~ April 3, 2024 (age 71) Veronica Kaye “Ronnie” Inman, 71, of Evergreen went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 with family members by her side. Ms. Ronnie [Read More]
May 18, 1938 ~ April 2, 2024 (age 85) Elaine Duncan White, age 85, of Whiteville, NC, passed away peacefully at Lower Cape Fear Angel House, Whiteville, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was born [Read More]
Arrangements will be announced by McKenzie Mortuary June 10, 1944 ~ April 2, 2024 (age 79) Thomas “Tommy” Jackson Chandler, Jr., age 79, of Whiteville, NC, died as the result of an automobile accident on [Read More]
May 27, 1959 ~ April 2, 2024 (age 64) Kelli Danette Currie age 64, Tabor City, N.C., died April 2, 2024 in her home. Born in Horry County, SC, she was the daughter of the [Read More]
All North Carolina registered Republicans and some unaffiliated voters are eligible to vote in second primary elections to be held Tuesday, May 14, in all 100 counties. In Columbus County, second primaries are being held [Read More]
Local and federal agents arrested a parole violator who was carrying a firearm at Sandy Ridge Apartments March 27, the sheriff’s office said in a press release. Aaron Bernard Phifer, 28, was taken into custody [Read More]
February 2, 1932 ~ March 30, 2024 (age 92) Doris Patterson 92 of Whiteville, NC transitioned into eternal rest on March 30, 2024. Pastor McMillian will deliver the eulogy; burial will follow in George Cemetery [Read More]
The person who shot murder suspect Jeff Fowler will not be charged, District Attorney Jon David said today. Fowler, 53, is being held under no bond on a charge of first degree murder. He allegedly [Read More]
June 17, 1933 ~ April 2, 2024 (age 90) Deaconess Louise Kelly Jackson 90 of Chadbourn transitioned into eternal rest on April 02, 2024. Elder Gore will be officiating, and Apostle Teresa McClelland will deliver [Read More]
County commissioners approved plans to demolish two flood damaged properties Monday. The funding is coming from a state Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) recovery grant. Finesse Builders of Red Springs was the lowest of four [Read More]
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