Obituaries
Oscar Jacobs
October 22, 1941 ~ June 30, 2025 (age 83) Mr. Herbert Jacobs, age 83, affectionately known as Oscar, peacefully passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025. He was born on October 22, 1941, to the [Read More]
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Betty Ruth Norris Nelson
February 14, 1957 ~ June 28, 2025 (age 68) Betty Ruth Norris Nelson, age 68, of Supply, NC, passed away at her daughters home on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Betty was born on February 14, [Read More]
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William Michael “Mike” Spivey
September 28, 1947 ~ June 30, 2025 (age 77) William Michael Spivey was born September 28, 1947 and passed June 30, 2025 to join his Heavenly Father. Belovedly known as Mike, he will be deeply [Read More]
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CRHS TO Open Pain Center
Columbus Regional is moving into pain management on the Whiteville campus. Advanced Pain Solutions will open this month. It is a new service line dedicated to caring for chronic pain patients. “This expansion reinforces our [Read More]
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Spotted Sea Trout Season Reopens
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) announces the spotted seatrout harvest season in inland and joint (by hook-and-line) fishing waters reopens today (July 1). NCWRC closed the season between May 2 and June 30 to [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 30, 2025
News Briefs for June 30, 2025 U.S. Senator Thom Tillis announced Sunday that he will not seek reelection next year. Tillis made the announcement after voting with Democrats against the so-called Big Beautiful Bill now [Read More]
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Elsie R. Floyd
November 6, 1934 ~ June 28, 2025 (age 90) Mrs. Elsie R. Floyd, age 90 of Orrum, NC, died Saturday, June 28, 2025 in the Angel Hospice House in Whiteville, NC, after an extended illness. [Read More]
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Teresa A. Wright
January 3, 1964 ~ June 28, 2025 (age 61) Teresa A. Wright, age 61, of Chadbourn, NC, died Saturday, June 28, 2025 in the Angel House Hospice Care Center in Whiteville, NC surrounded by her [Read More]
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Lois Josephine (Bright) Dacus
April 18, 1940 ~ June 28, 2025 (age 85) Lois Josephine Bright Dacus, 85, of the Beaverdam community in Chadbourn, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, June 28, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by [Read More]
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Diane Elaine (Brigman) McPherson
January 14, 1950 ~ June 27, 2025 (age 75) Diane Elaine Brigman McPherson age 75, of the Beaverdam Community, died Friday, June 27, 2025 in Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, in Supply, NC. Born in [Read More]
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Thomas “Tommy” Jackson Chandler, Jr.
June 10, 1944 ~ April 2, 2024 (age 79) Thomas “Tommy” Jackson Chandler, Jr., age 79, passed away on April 2, 2024 due to an automobile accident. Tommy was born on June 10, 1944, to [Read More]
Church News
KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD – What Is Freedom?
KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD BY CAREY KINSOLVING AND FRIENDS What Is Freedom? “In some places without freedom, girls aren’t allowed to go to school,” says Haley, age 8. “The only people I can think [Read More]
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Fireworks Safety Tips
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fireworks Safety Tips For many, the Fourth of July holiday is a time to celebrate with barbecues, parades and fireworks. But, experts say, when it comes to fireworks, it’s best to leave [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 29, 2025
News Briefs for June 29, 2025 Columbus County Commissioners will hold a called meeting at 9:00 a.m. Monday to finish off the fiscal year’s business. On the agenda are final budget amendments, the new health [Read More]
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James Edward Frink
March 12, 1962 ~ June 26, 2025 (age 63) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Edward Frink 63 of Chadbourn, NC; who departed this life on June 26, 2025. [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 27, 2025
News Briefs for June 27. 2025 Columbus County Commissioners on Monday will discuss a draft of a proposed ordinance regulating large gatherings on public property. The draft has not been released to the public. Rep. [Read More]