News Briefs for July 21, 2025 Filing ended Friday for the November municipal elections. Contested races are on tap for the Whiteville and Lake Waccamaw Mayor’s seats, as well as town boards in Whiteville, Lake [Read More]
March 20, 1952 ~ July 15, 2025 (age 73) Liston Douglas Spivey, Jr. died on July 15, 2025, in the loving presence of God and family, following complications from Lewy Body Dementia. Douglas was born [Read More]
News Briefs for July 20, 2025 Whiteville Police have charged a man with murder and attempted murder after Friday’s shooting at Sawmill Apartments. Andre Lionel Barr, 41, is in the county detention center under charges [Read More]
February 10, 1953 ~ July 17, 2025 (age 72) Sharon Lee Summersett, 72, of Lumberton and formerly of Whiteville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in the Lower Cape Fear Angel House, surrounded [Read More]
December 1, 1956 ~ July 18, 2025 (age 68) Tony Allen Shipman, 68, of 26 Henry Jones, Sr. Drive, Whiteville, NC, died Friday, July 18, 2025, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be [Read More]
August 17, 1961 ~ July 16, 2025 (age 63) Demaris McMillan, 63, of 105-D Covey Run Lane, Whiteville, NC, died Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will [Read More]
December 2, 1939 ~ July 16, 2025 (age 85) Doris Cartrette Proctor 85, passed into the arms of Jesus on July 16, 2025 at the Angel House Hospice Care Center in Whiteville, NC, surrounded by [Read More]
On this edition of The Columbus Connection Jefferson sits down with NC State Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey for a wide-ranging discussion about fraud and scams, a program that helps homeowners better prepare for severe [Read More]
News Briefs for July 18, 2025 The Town of Fair Bluff will hold their Annual Watermelon Festival on Saturday, July 26. The day will begin at 7:00 a.m. with watermelon contest registration and vendor setup. [Read More]
Raising money for charity is a chance to help those in need and it can be very rewarding. But there are certain challenges and responsibilities that come with charity work. Below are some important dos [Read More]
December 21, 1966 ~ July 16, 2025 (age 58) Gary Dale Nobles, 58, of Chadbourn, died suddenly on July 16, 2025 at his home. Gary was born on December 21, 1966. He was preceded in death by his [Read More]
News Briefs for July 17, 2025 Deputy Timothy Stewart was cited for failure to reduce speed, according to Sgt. J. Weissinger of the Highway Patrol. Stewart was reportedly responding to a call when the crash [Read More]
February 29, 1952 ~ July 15, 2025 (age 73) William Owen “Bill” Parker, 73, of Supply, died on Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025, at his home. Bill was born on February 29, 1952, son of the late Owen [Read More]
News Briefs for July 16, 2025 An Evergreen woman has been charged with child abuse after an infant was hospitalized in critical condition. Warrants said Eugenia Waller, 32, is alleged to have allowed a seven [Read More]
A little boy named Carter made a big statement for the sake of animals over in Brunswick County last week. The youngster held a bake sale and used the money he earned to buy supplies [Read More]
April 16, 1946 — July 14, 2025 Ms. Frances Bellamy, age 79, of Tabor City, NC, transitioned from her earthly home to eternal rest on Monday, July 14, 2025, at her home. A viewing will [Read More]
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