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Jefferson Weaver

Jefferson Weaver is editor and publisher of Columbus County News. He can be reached at 910.234.6991, 910.632.4965 or by email at CCn.JWeaver@gmail.com.

Rendering of the planned roundabout at the south end of downtown Whiteville. (NCDOT)
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Comments Sought on Roundabout Project

State highway officials are seeking comments about a proposed roundabout for a busy downtown Whiteville intersection. The Department of Transportation plans to convert the intersection of Lee, Frankli...

Jefferson Weaver
October 23, 2024
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Jefferson Weaver • The Happiest Girl

Her roses were blooming when we said goodbye to my mother-in-law the other day. I don’t know all the varieties she had growing in front of what was her home. I know Faye Hill loved her roses, and her ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 23, 2024
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Trunk or Treats, Fall Festivals in High Gear This Weekend

If you’d like to add your trunk or treat event to our list for free, email jeffersonweaver@columbuscountynews.com. • Hallsboro will host a community trunk or treat and fall festival October 26 f...

Jefferson Weaver
October 22, 2024
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Early Voting Rolling Heavy Here

Early voting is keeping pollworkers busy in Columbus, as 6,011 Columbus residents had cast ballots by close of business Monday. Statewide, more than 1.3 million ballots have been cast. Republican and ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 22, 2024
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Fugitive Caught After 110 MPH Chase

Deputies and troopers ended a high-speed chase with tire-deflation devices Monday and arrested a fugitive from South Carolina. Kendan Quashan Crawford, 27, of Longs, S.C. was held under no bond as a f...

Jefferson Weaver
October 22, 2024
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State Reports First Flu Death for 24-25

The first flu death of the season was announced yesterday by the state. The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services said in a press release that the first death of the 2024-25 flu season was an a...

Jefferson Weaver
October 17, 2024
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Father Charged After Feces, Trash Found in Home of Impaired Girl

Child abuse charges have been filed against a Clarendon man after a intoxicated 14 year old girl was taken to the emergency room from a home described as “filthy”. Shannon Cartrette, 52, was arrested ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 17, 2024
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Full Ballot Awaits Voters

A full ballot awaits voters in Columbus County when early voting opens tomorrow for the November election. Early voting starts Thursday in Columbus County. Photo ID is required to cast a ballot. Free ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 16, 2024
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Amendment Measure on Ballot

While the presidential and gubernatorial races are getting most of the press coverage, many North Carolina voters may be surprised when they enter the poll and discover a constitutional amendment on t...

Jefferson Weaver
October 16, 2024
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Hallsboro Baptist to Hold Veterans Service

Hallsboro Baptist Church will host a veterans recognition service and reception Nov. 9. Veterans from across the county are welcome to attend. The program begins at 2 p.m., and coffee and desserts wil...

Jefferson Weaver
October 14, 2024
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The Good News for Oct. 11

Gates open Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. for the 41st annual Columbus County Agricultural Fair. Saturday marks the return of the fair queen pageant at 6 p.m., as well as the demolition derby. The slam...

Jefferson Weaver
October 11, 2024
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Woman Charged in Child Abuse Case

A Tabor City area woman has lost custody of her son and is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly neglecting the infant while she smoked crack cocaine. Kayla Hope Tyndall, 27, is held under ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 11, 2024
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Robinson Greets Faithful in Whiteville

Mark Robinson was his usual blunt self Tuesday when he spoke to supporters in Whiteville. “Governor Roy Cooper doesn’t like me,” the lt. governor said. “I don’t like Roy Cooper. But imagine what effec...

Jefferson Weaver
October 10, 2024
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Solons Pass Disaster Relief Bill

Legislators quickly passed a Hurricane Helene relief bill Wednesday, and Gov. Roy Cooper signed the bill into law just a short time later. “I’m thrilled to announce the passage of our disaster recover...

Jefferson Weaver
October 10, 2024
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Antioch Church Hosts Revival Starting Sunday

Antioch Baptist Church will host revival services Oct. 13-16. Sunday’s service begins at 6 p.m., with Chris Hardee as guest speaker. All other services start at 7 p.m. Monday will feature Chip Hannah;...

Jefferson Weaver
October 10, 2024
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World Singing Day Welcomes Voices Oct. 19

An international event celebrating group singing is coming to Lake Waccamaw, and more voices are welcome. World Singing Day is held annually on the third Saturday of October. The event celebrates the ...

Jefferson Weaver
October 10, 2024
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