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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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Event was Cancelled for Non-payment

August 21, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Event was Cancelled for Non-payment

The dance competition set for this past Saturday at Whiteville High School was cancelled for non-payment of the rental fee. Superintendent Jonathan Williams said today (Monday) that the organizers for the event did not pay [Read More]

Blue and his new best friend.
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Family Fur Day Features Fun and Names for New Friends

August 19, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Family Fur Day Features Fun and Names for New Friends

While puppies were clutched in the arms of several young visitors at Family Fur Day today (Saturday) the pigs were among the most popular adoptable animals at the second annual event at the county fairground. [Read More]

Tyrus Sellers
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Dance Contest Cancelled

August 17, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Dance Contest Cancelled

Organizers for the Who Hotter Than Me dance contest violated the city school’s rental policies, and the show has been cancelled, officials said Thursday. The show was not sponsored by the school system, but by [Read More]

Madison Street was blocked downtown Wednesday when high water led to stalled cars and debris.
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Heavy Rains Swamp Whiteville, Chadbourn

August 17, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Heavy Rains Swamp Whiteville, Chadbourn

From three to six inches of rain fell in parts of Columbus County Wednesday, blocking streets and flooding neighborhoods. One woman had to be rescued when she drove her car into a flooded area at [Read More]

Tyrus Sellers
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Dance Competition to Feature Drag Judge

August 17, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Dance Competition to Feature Drag Judge

While the Who Hotter than Me contest is a chance for dancers to shine, many eyes will likely be on the celebrity judge for the Aug. 26 event at Whiteville High – a crossdressing makeup [Read More]

Shelter Dog
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Family Fur Day is Saturday

August 16, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Family Fur Day is Saturday

Dogs, cats and families will be the focus Saturday at the second Family Fur Day at Columbus County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Animal Protective Services, this year’s event will feature food trucks, a bouncy house, games [Read More]

Business

Lake Residents Surprised at Tax Bills

August 16, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Lake Residents Surprised at Tax Bills

A billing software error has led to unpleasant surprises for Lake Waccamaw property owners. The town’s tax billing is handled by the county, like most communities. A software mistake led to bills that reflected a [Read More]

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Jefferson Weaver • Skittles, Beer, Smart Possums and Free Markets

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Jefferson Weaver • Skittles, Beer, Smart Possums and Free Markets

My mother made the most wonderful chili in creation. Just enough meat, just enough spicy heat, and you could enjoy and savor every last bit of it. She always made a huge pot of it [Read More]

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New Party Recognized by State Board

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on New Party Recognized by State Board

The State Board of Elections Sunday voted to allow another party on the state ballot. The No Labels Party touts itself as an alternative to both the traditional Democrat and Republican parties, according to the [Read More]

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Bladen Hit and Run Driver Sought

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Bladen Hit and Run Driver Sought

The Highway Patrol is searching for a driver who is suspected of killing a bicyclist last year. The suspect vehicle is a dark gray 2007-2008 Acura TL with damage to the front right bumper and [Read More]

Jonathan Williams will be replaced by Jesse Beck II as the county's assistant superintendent. (CCS photos)
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Beck New County Asst. Superintendent

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Beck New County Asst. Superintendent

Jesse Beck II will replace Dr. Jonathan Williams as assistant superintendent for Columbus County Schools. Williams recently announced he is leaving the county to become the new superintendent of Whiteville City Schools. “During his decades [Read More]

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Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine, Meth, Pot

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine, Meth, Pot

Cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana were confiscated and a woman jailed after a traffic stop Friday. Teresa Diane Duncan, 59, of Armview Road, Loris, was held under $50,000 secured bond on charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, [Read More]

Ashley Graham and Deziray Ray
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Women Charged with Shoplifting Chest Freezer

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Women Charged with Shoplifting Chest Freezer

Two women were charged after they allegedly stole a chest freezer from Walmart. Ashley Dawn Graham, 31, and Deziray Pauliena Ray, 21 each face charges of misdemeanor larceny, according to Detention Center reports, Ray was [Read More]

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Strangulation, Sexual Assault Reported

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Strangulation, Sexual Assault Reported

A woman told deputies she was strangled and sexually assaulted near Tabor City early Saturday morning. The victim, who is in her 20s, told deputies she was dropped off at a gas station on the [Read More]

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Driver Partially Ejected, Dies in Sunday Crash

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Driver Partially Ejected, Dies in Sunday Crash

The county’s 13th traffic fatality might have been avoided if the driver had been wearing a seatbelt, the Highway Patrol said Monday. Michael Lee Shipman, 50, was traveling east on Charley Lennon Road near the [Read More]

Sheriff Jody Greene
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Details Released in Campbell Settlement

August 11, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Details Released in Campbell Settlement

Alleged racist remarks by a former sheriff could lead to a property tax increase. Former Sheriff’s Sgt. Melvin Campbell will receive $500,000 in a mediated settlement with the county over claims that he was fired [Read More]

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