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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.

Stevie Nicks and Taylor Swift (file photos)
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Christen Elizabeth Weaver • Stevie vs. Taylor

By Christen Elizabeth Weaver Guest Columnist Each generation has their own GOAT. (If you’re not hip to the jive new lingo the kids are using today, “GOAT” means “Greatest of...

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September 27, 2023
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Jefferson Weaver • The New Country Store

Less than a mile and a half from our house in the hollow, there’s a new Dollar General. All the jokes aside, I actually like the DG stores, both the...

Jefferson Weaver
September 26, 2023
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Gunman Charged in September Shooting

The alleged gunman in a Sept. 4 shooting near Whiteville is being held under no bond. Jansean Daryan Freeman, 20, was arrested Monday for attempted first degree murder and failure...

Jefferson Weaver
September 26, 2023
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Spivey is flanked by Chief Deputy Aaron Herring, Sheriff Jody Greene and other CCSO personnel.
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Spivey Sentenced in Plea Deal

The disgraced police chief who faked his suicide to avoid prosecution pled guilty in Columbus Superior Court  today. William Anthony Spivey will serve 138 to 267 months in prison after...

Jefferson Weaver
September 25, 2023
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Dog Reported Beaten to Death on Video

A dog was found beaten to death in a field in Nakina Sunday. The sheriff’s office reported that the Sarah’s Avenue resident who owned of the animal let the dog...

Jefferson Weaver
September 25, 2023
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Jones, Rabon Announce 32 Funded Projects in County

Around $91 million in the state’s $30 billion budget is coming to Columbus County. Rep. Brenden Jones and Sen. Bill Rabon announced the funding Thursday. Gov. Roy Cooper said in...

Jefferson Weaver
September 25, 2023
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Zebra Mussels Reported in State

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) reported that zebra mussels, a harmful invasive aquatic species, have been identified in  Iredell County. This is the first time this species has been...

Jefferson Weaver
September 25, 2023
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Even professionally managed controlled burns can quickly get away under the right conditions.
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Caution Urged as Fall Fire Season Starts

September in North Carolina means football, harvest time, hunting seasons, fishing – and the start of fall forest fire season. As North Carolina transitions to the fall, the N.C. Forest...

Jefferson Weaver
September 25, 2023
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Nance Replaces Gore in District Judge Seat

Assistant District Attorney Heath Nance has a new title – judge. Nance will fill the seat left vacant by C. Ashley Gore, who was recently appointed to fill the Superior...

Jefferson Weaver
September 22, 2023
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Log Truck Overturns in Riegelwood

Traffic was snarled for hours this morning when a logging truck overturned in Riegelwood. The truck lost its load at the intersection of N.C. 87 and Fertilizer Road, forcing delays...

Jefferson Weaver
September 22, 2023
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Football Teams Shift Due to Storm Chances

It wasn’t a good week for Pender County teams on the Columbus gridirons Thursday, as play was pushed up in advance of today’s potential tropical weather. Whiteville stomped a strong-hearted...

Jefferson Weaver
September 22, 2023
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City Council Takes Next Step on ‘Stormwater Park’

Whiteville City Council on Tuesday will vote on a contract to take the next steps toward a million-dollar project to turn a former shopping center into a “stormwater park.” While...

Jefferson Weaver
September 22, 2023
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Rainmaker Headed for SENC

What will likely become Tropical Storm Ophelia is expected to bring 1.75 to 2.5 inches of rain to Columbus starting Friday. The National Weather Service (NWS) said the coastal low...

Jefferson Weaver
September 21, 2023
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Casinos, Video Gaming Out for Now

Leaders in the General Assembly on Tuesday folded their cards when it came to sections on casinos and video gambling terminals. The two sections of the budget bills were axed...

Jefferson Weaver
September 20, 2023
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Board Briefed on Mosquito Efforts

County commissioners Monday approved request to consider a “pro-active” mosquito spraying plan for the county. Commissioner Laverne Coleman asked County Manager Eddie Madden if the county had started ...

Jefferson Weaver
September 19, 2023
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Jefferson Weaver • Coffee Without a Cause

A chance to visit with a dear cousin the other day brightened up an otherwise sad afternoon. After discovering closed signs on our first two options for a cup of...

Jefferson Weaver
September 19, 2023
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