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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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Pierce and Co. on the hunt for old pictures

  Pierce and Company has an extensive history in Hallsboro beginning in 1898. Worth and Vance Pierce ran the store together with Henry Wyche, and the families maintained ownership ...

Jefferson Weaver
August 3, 2021
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Alleged felons out on bond arrested with drugs, firearms

Two suspects who swapped ID’s during a traffic stop were carrying drugs and firearms, according to the sheriff’s office. Both were also out on bail for felony drug and weapons  charges....

Jefferson Weaver
August 3, 2021
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Women’s Adventure Day to take place in October

There’s nothing like getting together with a group of your peers and doing some of the things that you love. A fun-filled Women’s Adventure Day is scheduled to take place...

Jefferson Weaver
August 3, 2021
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Hospital restricts some visitors due to COVID

The recent rapid increase in local COVID-19 cases has led to a step backward in visitation at Columbus Regional.Effective Tuesday (today), only one visitor per patient will be permitted from...

Jefferson Weaver
August 2, 2021
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It's hard to tell who was happiest during several of the adoptions Saturday.
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Shelter holds adoption fair

Saturday was “Gotcha Day” for a number of animals at the Columbus Animal Protective Services shelter.A number of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens went to new homes during the special...

Jefferson Weaver
August 2, 2021
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Despite the heat, equestrians from across the area turned out Saturday for the Reed family benefit at Lake Waccamaw.
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Benefit show raises money for family

David Reed and his family are well-known for their work on the new fence and the riding rings at the Boys and Girls Home event center. They’re also familiar faces...

Jefferson Weaver
August 2, 2021
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Lake Waccamaw's Christmas parade has been cancelled for this year due to the pandemic.
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Water quality at Lake stays high

Lake Waccamaw is a popular spot to swim and fish, vacation, and has a state park with camping facilities. While most visitors put much thought and planning that goes into...

Jefferson Weaver
August 2, 2021
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Mable and her sister are available for reduced adoption fees at the Columbus Shelter.
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The Good News for July 31-Aug. 6

Columbus County has really come out of its shell this past week, and has shown that giving is a big part of the community. From donations to volunteering, residents, and...

Jefferson Weaver
July 30, 2021
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Six months of change

A lot can change in six months, and it can be kind of frightening. The vaccine that was derided and cursed by politicians and the press for not being safe...

Jefferson Weaver
July 29, 2021
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Reusable masks are available for free at the Columbus County NEws/WTXy offices at 1015 S. Madison St., Whiteville.
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Masks to be required on buses, urged indoors

County school students will be required to wear masks on buses as the new school year starts, but face coverings will be optional indoors for students and staff. The Columbus...

Jefferson Weaver
July 29, 2021
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Governor to update COVID efforts at 3

Gov. Roy Cooper and the N.C. COVID-19 task force will have a news conference at 3 p.m.Cooper is expected to discuss the rise in Delta variant cases across the state.You...

Jefferson Weaver
July 29, 2021
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COVID increases across county; schools discuss response Thursday

The growing surge of COVID-19 in the state is causing local officials to take action on a number of fronts. Whiteville Police announced Wednesday (today) that the office is closed...

Jefferson Weaver
July 28, 2021
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This prop bill turned up at a Cerro Gordo watermelon stand (CCSO photo)
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Fake $100 turns up at watermelon stand

The money left in a watermelon honor system cash box Tuesday was less than honorable. Robert Worley of Cerro Gordo contacted the sheriff’s office after someone left a movie prop...

Jefferson Weaver
July 28, 2021
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CPD: Woman overdosed with infant in car

Chadbourn Police have charged a Nakina woman after she allegedly overdosed with a four-month-old child in her car. Victoria Alex Anne Fipps, 26, was released on a secured bond, according...

Jefferson Weaver
July 28, 2021
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Adoption Fair, rabies clinic Saturday

Dogs, cats, kittens and puppies will be available for adoption Saturday during a special event at the Columbus County Animal Shelter. The adoption fair and rabies clinic will be held...

Jefferson Weaver
July 27, 2021
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Shallotte man drowns at campground

The body of a Shallotte man was pulled from the Lumber River this morning after he apparently drowned at the Lumber River Campground. Brian Thomas Lynch, 36, of Shallotte was...

Jefferson Weaver
July 27, 2021
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