Obituaries
Ann Benton White
Ann Benton White 81, of Whiteville passed on Friday, February 11, 2022 at her home. She was born July 26, 1940 in Columbus County, the daughter of the late Simeon T. Benton and Denzil Stephens [Read More]
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Business
State Farm Centennial Grants Offered
The State Farm Insurance corporation is celebrating their 100th anniversary by building their Neighborhood Assist program even bigger. The company is helping meet needs in communities with $25,000 grant opportunities by providing funding for [Read More]
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Ron’s Big Mission is Next Museum StoryWalk
For a limited time, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will telling an extraordinary tale about a brave little boy named Ron in their latest StoryWalk starting Feb. 16-March 12. “Ron’s Big Mission!” is a [Read More]
Business
DOT Aviation Grants Offered
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is now accepting applications from airports for its 2022 ACE (Aviation Career Education) academy grant program. The grants provide up to $3,000 per academy to encourage airports to host [Read More]
Obituaries
William “Mack” Hewett
William “Mack” Hewett passed away surrounded by family on February 6, 2022, at age 88. Lovingly survived by his children Larry (Sheila) Hewett and Debra (Russ) Osman, beloved grandpa of Steven (Rachel) Hewett, Theresa (Shawn) [Read More]
Obituaries
Jarvis Merrill McKinnon
Jarvis Merrill McKinnon 42 of Evergreen transitioned into eternal rest on February 08, 2022. For the safety of you and others please follow CDC Guidelines. Social Distancing and face coverings is Required. Survivors are: Father: [Read More]
Obituaries
Angela Shipman-Martin
Angela Shipman-Martin 36 of Chadbourn transitioned into eternal rest on February 08, 2022. For the safety of you and other please follow CDC Guidelines. Social Distancing and face coverings is Required. She is preceded is [Read More]
Obituaries
Jamie L Hammond
Mr. Jamie L. Hammond, 45, passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the Lower Cape Fear LifeCenter, in Whiteville, NC. He was born in Robeson County, the son of Warren and Joyce Hammond. Survivors, in addition [Read More]
Obituaries
Vickie Lynn (Causey) Lupo
Vickie Lynn (Causey) Lupo passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center. She was born March 18, 1958, in Mullins, SC, to Earley and Retha (Atkinson) Causey. Mrs. Lupo is survived by [Read More]
Obituaries
Kenneth Norberto Caraballo
Kenneth Norberto Caraballo, age 54 of Bladenboro, NC went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 10, 2022, in Chapel Hill, NC. He was born January 24, 1968 in Denville, NJ, the son of Patricia (Caraballo) [Read More]
Obituaries
Patricia Ann (Sasser) Stewart
Patricia Ann Sasser Stewart, age 69 of Hallsboro, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Ann was born on June 29, 1952, in Columbus County, to [Read More]
Obituaries
Fredrickia “Rickie” Williamson Little
Fredrickia “Rickie” Williamson Little, age 73, of Clarkton, NC, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Columbus Regional Healthcare in Whiteville, NC. Rickie was born in Columbus County on April 5, 1948 to the late [Read More]
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Lake’s Audit, ABC Sales Positive for FY ’21
Lake Waccamaw’s audit showed no major issues for Fiscal Year 20-21, and a boost in sales at the ABC store aid dividends for the police, fire department and library. Accountant Alan Thompson of Thompson, Price, [Read More]
Obituaries
Mrs. Brenda Elaine Murchison
With an abundance of love and concern, the Majestic Family is embracing the heartbroken loved ones of Mrs. Brenda Elaine Murchison, as they prepare to say “Farewell” to this precious jewel. Mrs. Brenda closed the [Read More]
Obituaries
Mr. John Earl Kornegay Jr.
With loving arms of compassion, the Majestic Funeral Homes Family is consoling the heartbroken loved ones of Mr. John Earl Kornegay Jr., affectionately known as “Rev” as they prepare to take a journey that no family wishes [Read More]
Obituaries
James L. Braddy
James L. Braddy 70 of Maxton transitioned into eternal rest on February 04, 2022. or the safety of you and others please follow CDC Guidelines. Social distancing and face coverings is Required. Burial will follow [Read More]