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Hilda (Ward) Butler

March 25, 1935 ~ September 4, 2025 (age 90) Mrs. Hilda Ward Butler 90, of Whiteville passed on September 4, 2025 in New Hanover Novant Medical Center in Wilmington.  She...

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September 6, 2025
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Whiteville Wallops Eagles 38-14

WHITEVILLE—The Whiteville Wolfpack took East Bladen’s miscues and turned them into points that led to the Wolfpack defeating the Eagles 38-14 Friday. The Wolfpack made a statement early by taking...

Tommy Taylor
September 6, 2025
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Weather Update – Saturday September 6, 2025

CCN Weather Update for Saturday September 6, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever...

Christopher Cawley
September 6, 2025
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Weekly Podcast: The Columbus Connection – 9/11 and the Return of the American Spirit. Plus, Suicide Awareness Month

On this week’s Columbus Connection, Jefferson talks about 9/11 and the return of the American Spirit. In the second segment, he discusses Suicide Awareness Month. This is a Columbus Connection...

Jefferson Weaver
September 6, 2025
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CCN Daily News Briefs for September 5, 2025

News Briefs for September 5, 2025 Whiteville City Council on Tuesday will honor retiring Deputy Police Chief Billy Hinz, and Andre Jackson will take the oath for that position. The...

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September 5, 2025
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One Arrested in February Killing

The suspect in the February killing of a Tabor City area man was arrested days after the murder – for another shooting. He has now been charged in the February...

Jefferson Weaver
September 5, 2025
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Aggie Page Harrington

February 17, 1933 ~ August 29, 2025 (age 92) Aggie Page Harrington 92 of Salisbury, NC, formerly of Whiteville, NC. To Family, Friends, and Loved Ones, With heavy hearts, we...

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September 5, 2025
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Ardell McClain

June 4, 1950 ~ September 1, 2025 (age 75) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ardell McClain 75 of Tabor City; who departed this life...

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September 5, 2025
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David Hal Beck

November 9, 1949 ~ September 4, 2025 (age 75) David Hal Beck, age 75, of Whiteville, NC, died Thursday, September 4, 2025 in his home. Born November 9, 1949 in...

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September 5, 2025
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Darlene Stevens Reese Cannon

December 15, 1962 ~ September 4, 2025 (age 62) Darlene Stevens Reese Cannon age 62, of Tabor City, died Thursday, September 4, 2025. Born in Horry County, SC, she was...

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September 5, 2025
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Kalani, Kendall, Josephina, Sophia Melvin

August 30, 2025 Kalani Rae Melvin, Kendall Xaiya Melvin, Josephina Renee Melvin, Sophia Nachelle Melvin passed away on August 30, 2025. Kalani, Kendall, Josie, and Sophie were bright lights who...

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September 5, 2025
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Girls Basketball Camp Starts in October

The Youth Developmental Basketball League (YDBL) and Whiteville Parks and Recreation are launching “Her First Shot.” This is a basketball camp made for girls ages 7-12 ready to work on...

Tommy Taylor
September 5, 2025
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Area Soccer Roundup

In Vinegar Hill, East Bladen rolled past South Columbus in soccer Thursday 9-2. Ishaq Algozy scored three goals and had three assists to lead the Eagles, who are now 2-3-2...

Tommy Taylor
September 5, 2025
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HEAT Investigation Catches Two

Complaints about speeding drivers and suspicious activity in North Whiteville led to the arrests of two men by the sheriff’s office. Bradley Jude Creech, 50, of 110 Frink St., Whiteville,...

Jefferson Weaver
September 5, 2025
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Weather Update – Friday September 5, 2025

CCN Weather Update for Friday September 5, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever...

Christopher Cawley
September 5, 2025
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CCN Daily News Briefs for September 4, 2025

News Briefs for September 4, 2025 Chadbourn Town Council on Tuesday passed a new ordinance regulating the location of vape and tobacco shops. Under the new rules, the businesses may...

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September 4, 2025
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