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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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N.C. 242 Closed Near Williamson Crossroads

N.C. 242 between Williamson’s Crossroads and Cerro Gordo is currently closed due to an obstruction. Crews are clearing debris from the roadway, and are expected to be finished by around...

Jefferson Weaver
December 18, 2023
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Weekly Podcast: The Columbus Connection for Dec. 16 — commentary with Jefferson Weaver

Editor’s note: the following is the transcript of Saturday’s Columbus Connection, broadcast on WTXY KOOL 1039 and Spotify. The Connection is on air every Saturday at 10 a.m. Good Saturday,...

Jefferson Weaver
December 18, 2023
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Storm Brings Flooding to Columbus

Streets are flooded in most area towns, trees are down and multiple residents required water rescue Sunday night after a strong storm system brought from five to eight inches of...

Jefferson Weaver
December 18, 2023
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The Good News for Dec. 16

It’s the last weekend before Christmas, and there is a lot going on. If you haven’t completed your Christmas shopping, you can get some unique and handmade gifts right here...

Jefferson Weaver
December 15, 2023
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Transformation Church Turkey Shoot Saturday

Transformation Church will host its last turkey shoot of the year Saturday t 7 p.m. Rounds are $5, and if there are enough shooters for 20 rounds, there will be...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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Chadbourn Baptists Host Santa

Chadbourn Baptist Church will host brunch with Santa Saturday at 10 a.m. There will be snacks, crafts, and FREE professional photos with Santa. The church is located at 504 North...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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Teen Driving Rules Change Jan. 1

COVID-era rules for new drivers will change as of Jan 1. Beginning Jan. 1, teen drivers will need to have their Level 1 Limited Learner Permit for nine months instead...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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Jefferson Weaver • Two Brothers on a Rooftop

Once upon a time, a little boy saw Santa Claus from his brother’s bedroom. They lived in an old, old house, built by a wealthy family many years before even...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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Non Profits Urged to Apply for BEMC Grants

Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) is now accepting applications for its Community Grants program for projects up to $2,500. The deadline to apply is Feb. 15.  Interested parties can fin...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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Comment Period Opens for Hunting, Fishing Rules

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has opened the public comment period for proposed rule changes to the 2024-2025 regulations related to hunting, fishing and game lands. The comment perio...

Jefferson Weaver
December 14, 2023
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The sidewalk project currently underway in Whiteville is federally funded and being managed by the NCDOT.
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Whiteville Board Members Take Oath

Silent votes elected a new mayor pro tem for the Whiteville City Council Tuesday. Incumbent Mayor Terry Mann and fellow incumbents Jimmy Clarida and Kevin Williamson were sworn into office,...

Jefferson Weaver
December 13, 2023
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Officials: No Plans for Krispy Kreme Here

Despite a viral post making the rounds on social media, there are no plans to put a Krispy Kreme store in Whiteville in the near future. “Currently, the brand does...

Jefferson Weaver
December 13, 2023
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County Schools to Vote on Athletic Gender Rule Tonight

County school, principals will be responsible for ensuring student athletes only play on teams with their biological peers, under a new provision to be considered by the Columbus Board of...

Jefferson Weaver
December 12, 2023
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Littering, Cocaine, Pot Charged

Throwing away the evidence didn’t save a Whiteville man from being  arrested Friday – but it did earn a littering charge. Henry Moore, 62, was stopped for a headlight violation...

Jefferson Weaver
December 12, 2023
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Even More Good News for This Week

Note – the holiday season is always busy, and this year seems even moreso. For that reason, we’re adding a bonus segment of the Good News on the CCN website...

Jefferson Weaver
December 11, 2023
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Self Defense Club Meets Tuesday

Sheepdog Foundation’s Women’s self defense Club will meet Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at Nolan Park Recreation Center, 255 Rec Center Dr., Whiteville Tuesday’s event is a “meet and gr...

Jefferson Weaver
December 11, 2023
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