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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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Door Dash Scam Totals More Than $700

Someone illegally using a  Door Dash account has racked up more than $730 in hygiene products, a sex toy and soft drinks – and the items were delivered to the...

Jefferson Weaver
May 15, 2024
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Aldo Esparza and Gabriuel Zuniga (CCSO photos)
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Runaway Said Raped; Two Charged

Two men from the Chadbourn area are being held under no bond after allegedly helping a teenaged girl run away from home. She was later allegedly raped by one of...

Jefferson Weaver
May 15, 2024
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Jefferson Weaver • Life With Goats

I was involved in a conversation the other morning, but I have no idea what was said. That’s life with goats. Breakfast is usually served to our livestock as I...

Jefferson Weaver
May 15, 2024
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Hal Weatherman and Dave Boliek
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Weatherman, Boliek Win Nominations

Tuesday’s second primary for two Republican Council of State seats drew very few voters in Columbus County and at the state level. Hal Weatherman handily won the GOP nomination for...

Jefferson Weaver
May 15, 2024
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Sharon Farmer
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Detention Officer Arrested for Contraband

A sergeant in the Columbus County Detention Center is out of a job and under arrest after allegedly providing tobacco and a cellphone to an inmate. Sharon Marie Farmer, 51,...

Jefferson Weaver
May 14, 2024
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Parker Spaulding and Kayla Evers (CCSO Detention)
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Grand Jury Indicts Two for Assaulting Infant

The man and woman who allegedly broke a child’s arms and legs and left her with permanent injuries have been indicted for attempted murder. Kayla Michelle Evers, 31, and Parker...

Jefferson Weaver
May 14, 2024
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David Sharrod Thomas
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Grand Jury Indicts Shooter for Attempted Murder of Unborn

David Sharrod Thomas has been indicted by a grand jury for attempting to kill an unborn child inn 2021. Thomas, 36, is being held under no bond. His address was...

Jefferson Weaver
May 14, 2024
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Vereen Pleads in 2019 Carnivore Case
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Vereen Pleads in 2019 Carnivore Case

One of the suspects arrested in a 2019 felony sweep in Columbus County pleaded guilty Friday in Superior Court. Joshua Vereen entered a plea of guilty to charges of being...

Jefferson Weaver
May 13, 2024
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Second Primary is Tuesday

Republicans and unaffiliated voters have one more chance to choose nominees for lieutenant governor and state auditor. Polls will be open for Tuesday’s second Republican primary from 6:30 a.m. until...

Jefferson Weaver
May 13, 2024
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The Good News for May 10

We have another busy weekend. Get out there and enjoy the beautiful weather and get ready to spend some quality time with your mama tomorrow. The Classy Cars and Country...

Jefferson Weaver
May 10, 2024
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Jesse James Arp (CCSO)
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One Charged in Pocosin Road Shooting

One man has been jailed after allegedly firing 14 shots at a home in Saint James Tuesday. Jesse James Arp, 40, was held without bond. He is charged with assault...

Jefferson Weaver
May 10, 2024
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The sidewalk project currently underway in Whiteville is federally funded and being managed by the NCDOT.
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Developers Ask Approval for Tiny Home Development

The first phase of a new cottage apartment complex is on Tuesday’s Whiteville City council agenda.  John Fisher and Bill Lynch are requesting the city grant a special use permit...

Jefferson Weaver
May 10, 2024
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Brice Pidgen and Brayshaun Davis (CCSO)
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Updated: Three Charged in King Arthur Drive Shooting

Updated 3:05 p.m. May 10 Three alleged gunmen have been charged with attempted murder and conspiracy for a shooting near Whiteville. Brice Pridgen, 22, and Brayshaun Zarchary Davis, 19, are...

Jefferson Weaver
May 10, 2024
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Shanna Perry
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Woman Reported Missing From Delco

Family members are praying for the return of a Delco woman missing since April 26. Shanna Denise Perry, 35, was last seen near her home in the 4800 block of...

Jefferson Weaver
May 9, 2024
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Hallsboro Residents to Hold Park Work Day

The Bogue and Hallsboro communities are invited to help a new beautification effort for the community park May 18. Bogue Park, located on Red Bug Road, is the only public...

Jefferson Weaver
May 8, 2024
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Khelia Lunette Oxendine
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Lumberton Woman Reported Missing

Family members have filed a missing persons report about a Lumberton woman last seen April 28. Khelia Lunette Oxendine, 37, was last seen leaving the Monarch office at 2003 Godwin...

Jefferson Weaver
May 8, 2024
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