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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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Cynthia Sessions Hansen, 71

Cynthia Sessions Hansen, age 71, of Lake Waccamaw, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.  Cynthia was born on June 29, 1954 to Robert “Bobby” Eugene Sessions and Hattie Merle...

Jefferson Weaver
March 18, 2026
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Safety Concerns Grow After Homicide

A week after Cynthia Hansen was brutally assaulted at her fitness studio in Whiteville, many residents and business owners are taking additional steps to protect themselves, their families and workers...

Jefferson Weaver
March 18, 2026
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Chief Asks for More Tips From Public

No Arrest in Hansen Homicide No suspects are in custody but Whiteville Police are continuing to follow leads in the March 11 killing of Cynthia Hansen. “We need your help,”...

Jefferson Weaver
March 18, 2026
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WPD to Hold Briefing on Hansen Homicide

Whiteville Police will release more information about the March 11 homicide of Cynthia Hansen at a press conference Wednesday. Hansen was found brutally assaulted in her Thompson Street fitness center...

Jefferson Weaver
March 17, 2026
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Southern Farm Days Starts Friday

One of Columbus County’s biggest events of the year kicks off Friday, as Southern Farm Days returns the Boys and Girls Home Farm at Lake Waccamaw for the 16th year....

Jefferson Weaver
March 17, 2026
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Jefferson Weaver • Wormy Trucks and a Broken World

Gentlemen, fix your sons. I had stopped at a gas station to feed my ancient Tahoe, Valkyria. One pump down was one of those ridiculous, repulsive, supposedly illegal squatted trucks....

Jefferson Weaver
March 17, 2026
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Lost Hound Finds Home With New Car Dealership

An abandoned hound made what should have been a bad day much better for the owner of a Whiteville car dealership. “It was a Saturday,” Scott Simons said, “and it...

Jefferson Weaver
March 16, 2026
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Area Under Tornado Watch Until 8 p.m.

Columbus County and all of southeastern North Carolina are under a tornado watch until 8 p.m. In addition to Columbus, Bladen Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender and Robeson are in the...

Jefferson Weaver
March 16, 2026
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Speed Blamed in Sunday Fatality

Wet roads and driving too fast led to a fatal crash in Whiteville Sunday, according to police. Evelyn Young Pittman, 65, of Lake Waccamaw was traveling south on Franklin Street...

Jefferson Weaver
March 16, 2026
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City, County Schools Change Schedules

Whiteville City Schools will be on remote learning tomorrow due to the potential for severe weather. Columbus County schools will have a teacher workday. Contact your child’s school for information...

Jefferson Weaver
March 15, 2026
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Buckhead Chief Mourned by Fire-Rescue, Waccamaw Tribe

Former Buckhead Rescue Chief Ray Jacobs died suddenly Sunday morning. A founding member of Station 400, Jacobs was known for  his dedication to his community as well as his time...

Jefferson Weaver
March 15, 2026
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North Whiteville Community Day is Saturday

North Whiteville Fire Department will host its annual Community Day on Saturday (March 14) from 10-2. There will be equipment displays and demonstrations, hot dogs, fun for the kids, community...

Jefferson Weaver
March 13, 2026
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Lancaster New Fire Chief at Lake

Chase Lancaster was sworn in today (Thursday) as the new fire chief for Lake Waccamaw. Lancaster has more than 20 years experience in firefighting, and said he looks forward to...

Jefferson Weaver
March 12, 2026
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Developing: Strong Storm Causes Damage in East End

Trees and a vehicle wreck have blocked U.S. 74 Eastbound in the Freeman area. Jeff Reichert said he was traveling east on 74 near Livingston Creek Farmers Market when he...

Jefferson Weaver
March 12, 2026
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Police Ask for Video, Tips in Wednesday Homicide

Whiteville Police are asking the public to help find the person of interest in Wednesday morning’s homicide on North Thompson Street. Cynthia Hansen, 71, was assaulted at her physical therapy...

Jefferson Weaver
March 11, 2026
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Water Line Break Affects Whiteville Residents

A water line break along Legion Drive is affecting Whiteville water customers. Water customers between West Virgil and Chadbourn Highway will experience pressure loss and other issues through around 8...

Jefferson Weaver
March 11, 2026
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