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UPDATED: Columbus Teen Charged in Murder

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Jefferson Weaver

Jefferson Weaver is the Managing Editor of Columbus County News and he can be reached at (910) 914-6056, (910) 632-4965, or by email at jeffersonweaver@ColumbusCountyNews.com.

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Mother Seeks Answers Four Years After Daughter Vanishes

Updated with corrections Deborah Tyson still waits for her daughter Amanda Grace Little to call, four years after the Whiteville-area woman disappeared in Duplin County. “She always called me, just...

Jefferson Weaver
June 17, 2026
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UPDATED: Columbus Teen Charged in Murder

One of the three suspects charged in a Monday murder in New Hanover County is from Sandyfield. Skylar Marie Flores, 18, of 4004 Gen. Howe Hwy., is being held under...

Jefferson Weaver
June 17, 2026
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Jefferson Weaver • The Constant Companion

I went into something akin to a full-bore panic the other day when I discovered my primary pocketknife was missing. Miss Rhonda found my beloved Sodbuster in the laundry, none...

Jefferson Weaver
June 16, 2026
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Suspect Charged in Officer Assault

Roderick Terrell Pee is facing multiple charges after he allegedly tried to hit a Chadbourn Police Officer June 4, leaving the officer injured by flying debris. Pee, 18, turned himself...

Jefferson Weaver
June 16, 2026
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Woman Charged in Stabbing

A Whiteville woman is recovering after she was allegedly stabbed multiple times during a fight with another woman. Shaquana Lynee Willis, 32, was held under no bond. She is charged...

Jefferson Weaver
June 15, 2026
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Trespasser Charged with Weapons Crimes

Whiteville Police investigating a trespassing report Thursday arrested a man with two handguns, one of which had been illegally converted to a full-automatic weapon. Jesus G. Rojas, 23, of 52...

Jefferson Weaver
June 15, 2026
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Mincey Gets Life Without Parole

In less than an hour Friday, Brandon Wayne Mincey was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Mincey, 44, was on trial...

Jefferson Weaver
June 15, 2026
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Simons Cruise-In Saturday

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June 12, 2026
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Gurganous Farm Store Flock Swap is Saturday

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June 12, 2026
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Defense Closing Arguments Underway

Closing statements are underway today (June 12) in the first degree murder trial of Brandon Wayne Mincey. Mincey, 44, is accused of killing Alissa Lee and disposing of her body...

Jefferson Weaver
June 12, 2026
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SCC Nursing Grad Honored by CRHS

By Hannah Isenhour SCC Communications Aidan Chestnut, a recent Associate Degree Nursing graduate at Southeastern Community College, has been recognized for her extra efforts caring for patients. Chest...

Jefferson Weaver
June 12, 2026
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Murder Suspect Sought by CCSO

Detectives are searching for an 18-year-old suspect in a shooting Thursday night on Berry Lane near Whiteville. Eric Martin Jr. has been identified as the suspect in the killing of...

Jefferson Weaver
June 12, 2026
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Loris Man Charged with Child Sex Offenses Against Multiple Victims

UPDATED June 12 at noon. Multiple victims helped put an alleged child molester behind bars Thursday. Jeromy Lee Blanton, 44, of Loris, is being held under no bond. He faces...

Jefferson Weaver
June 11, 2026
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Opponents to Poll Plan Condemn Board

Around 100 people filled the Columbus County Board of Elections office Monday to descry a proposal to cut underperforming early polling locations. The board had briefly discussed cutting out all...

Jefferson Weaver
June 10, 2026
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Common Landscape Material is a Fire Hazard, Fire Marshal Says

Pine straw is a traditional groundcover for flower beds and landscaping – but it’s also a dangerous fire hazard. Last week’s Sawmill Apartments fire has been linked to a cigarette...

Jefferson Weaver
June 10, 2026
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E-Gambling Revenues Fall Again

Gambling revenues in the state fell again in May, according to the N.C. State Lottery Commission. The sports wagering revenue report for May compiles the revenue in the month as...

Jefferson Weaver
June 9, 2026
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