Obituaries
Rodney “Sonny” Lee Hammond
November 7, 1935 ~ June 17, 2025 (age 89) Rodney Lee Hammond of Cerro Gordo, lovingly known as “Sonny” went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at his residence, surrounded [Read More]
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Angelina Tanya Wells
April 26, 1974 ~ June 16, 2025 (age 51) Angelina Tanya Wells, 51, of Clarkton, passed away on June 17, 2025, at her home. Angelina was born on April 26, 1974, in New Hanover County, [Read More]
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James Willie Jones
June 13, 1956 ~ June 15, 2025 (age 69) James Willie Jones, 69, of Whiteville, died Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Elizabethtown Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center. The funeral will be 12:00 noon Friday, June 20, at Welches Creek [Read More]
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Lonnie Lee
March 30, 1960 ~ June 16, 2025 (age 65) Lonnie Lane Lee, age 65, of Whiteville went home with Jesus on Monday, June 16, 2025 in Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord, NC. His wife and [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 18, 2025
News Briefs for June 18, 2025 Columbus County Animal Protective Services has halted all but emergency intakes due to a massive number of surrenders or strays dogs and cats brought into the shelter this week. [Read More]
Brews & Bites
Brews and Bites: El Juan Mariscos and Grill
By Justin Williamson Today I’m happy to discuss El Juan Mariscos and Grill. Located on Sam Potts Highway in Lake Waccamaw, I expect that folks in this community have to be happy about having another [Read More]
Business
How to Establish Yourself as an Entrepreneur
There will always be an allure to entrepreneurship. It’s something that is often glorified and celebrated by onlookers and promoted and enjoyed by people who are in the game themselves. But the idea of actually [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 17, 2025
News Briefs for June 17, 2025 Two people died in a plane crash near Dothan Saturday. Phillip and Cheryl Porter were killed when the twin engine Beechcraft went down after diverting from Grand Strand Airport [Read More]
Business
How Professional Event Marketing Can Skyrocket Your Local Business in Columbus County
There’s a powerful business strategy hiding in plain sight—and it’s not digital ads or influencer collaborations. Its real-world engagement crafted through smart, professional event marketing. For local businesses in Columbus County, events aren’t just about [Read More]
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What Are The Best Energy-Boosting Supplements?
Need a boost of energy? Coffee isn’t the only solution. If you regularly suffer from fatigue, it might be worth looking into a few nootropic supplements. Such supplements can help temporarily improve your attention span, [Read More]
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 16, 2025
News Briefs for June 16, 2025 Brightspeed Internet has been awarded a contract to provide high speed internet access to another 400 homes and businesses in Columbus County. Governor Josh Stein announced the grant award. [Read More]
Church News
KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD – Why Did Jesus Say We Must Enter His Kingdom with Childlike Faith?
KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD BY CAREY KINSOLVING AND FRIENDS Why Did Jesus Say We Must Enter His Kingdom with Childlike Faith? “Children don’t know about sin, and that’s why they go to heaven. Grownups know [Read More]
Obituaries
Thomas Lee Leggett (Dunky)
November 22, 1959 ~ June 14, 2025 (age 65) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Lee Leggett (Dunky) 65 of Fair Bluff; who departed this life on June 14, [Read More]
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Calvin Ceonta Smith
December 18, 1981 ~ June 15, 2025 (age 43) Calvin Ceonta Smith, 43, of 1104 Woodland Drive, Whiteville, NC, died Sunday, June 15, 2025, at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be 2:00 PM [Read More]
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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for June 16, 2025
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for June 16, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio) 🔊
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CCN Daily News Briefs for June 15, 2025
News Briefs for June 15, 2025 A twin engine plane crashed north of Old Dothan Road Saturday, killing two people. Sheriff Bill Rogers said the crash occurred around 1 p.m. The six seat private plane [Read More]