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One Arrested in February Killing

September 5, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on One Arrested in February Killing

The suspect in the February killing of a Tabor City area man was arrested days after the murder – for another shooting. He has now been charged in the February killing as well. Tallis Jeremiah [Read More]

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HEAT Investigation Catches Two

September 5, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on HEAT Investigation Catches Two

Complaints about speeding drivers and suspicious activity in North Whiteville led to the arrests of two men by the sheriff’s office. Bradley Jude Creech, 50, of 110 Frink St., Whiteville, was charged with possession of [Read More]

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One Charged in Attempted Murder

September 4, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on One Charged in Attempted Murder

Whiteville Police have charged a man with attempted murder after an assault today (Thursday). Altrell Wuanjah Baldwin, 23, of 207 Talbot St. Whiteville, faces a single charge of attempted first degree murder, according to Whiteville [Read More]

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Wellness Health Fair is Friday

September 4, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Wellness Health Fair is Friday

Friday is the Wellness Health Fair at Vineland Station. Sponsored by Donayre Cancer Center and local first responders, the event will feature health and first responder information booths, free health screenings, mental health service information [Read More]

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Commissioner Arrested for Larceny

September 4, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Commissioner Arrested for Larceny

County Commissioner Giles “Buddy” Byrd has been arrested on a charge of misdemeanor larceny. Byrd, 76, was released on a $500 unsecured bond, charged with a single count of misdemeanor larceny. His address was listed [Read More]

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UPDATED: Service for Sisters Set for Tuesday

September 4, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on UPDATED: Service for Sisters Set for Tuesday

The four sisters who died in an Aug. 30 structure fire will be eulogized Tuesday. Kalani Rae Melvin, Kendall Xaiya Melvin, Josephina Renee Melvin, Sophia Nachelle Melvin died when the outbuilding the family was using [Read More]

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Chadbourn Dangerous Dog Board to Meet

September 3, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Chadbourn Dangerous Dog Board to Meet

Chadbourn’s Dangerous Dog Board will meet Thursday at 5:30 p.m. The board will hear from the town’s Animal Control Officer regarding two dogs that have been deemed potentially dangerous. The board was established in 2024 [Read More]

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Harrells Man Charged in Sex Offense Case

September 3, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Harrells Man Charged in Sex Offense Case

• Suspect allegedly abused victim for years. Bladen County authorities have charged a Harrells area man with multiple sex offenses after he allegedly abused a family member for several years. Joshua Poe Hatfield, 41, is [Read More]

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Unsung Heroine Topic of Next SENCGS Meeting

September 2, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Unsung Heroine Topic of Next SENCGS Meeting

Margaret French McLean will be the topic of the next meeting of the Southeastern Genealogical Society this Saturday. Blake Tyner will discuss the state’s little known first lady who spearheaded the restoration of the Governor’s [Read More]

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Jefferson Weaver • September’s Welcome

September 2, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Jefferson Weaver • September’s Welcome

August slunk into the shadows the other morning, hissing, spitting and licking its wounds, as September’s loving embrace rose with a sunrise worthy of song. As much as I despise the eighth month, the ninth, [Read More]

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Columbus County DWI Arrests for Aug. 25-Sept. 2, 2025

September 2, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Columbus County DWI Arrests for Aug. 25-Sept. 2, 2025

Following are the driving while impaired arrests reported in Columbus County for the period Aug. 25 through Sept. 2. All records and information are obtained through arrest reports and warrants. All suspects are presumed innocent [Read More]

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Investigation Continues in Deadly Fire; Announcement Expected Today

September 2, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Investigation Continues in Deadly Fire; Announcement Expected Today

State and local authorities are investigating Saturday’s fire that killed four children near Chadbourn, and more information is expected today. Ansley Hayes established a GoFundMe with the permission of the family to help with final [Read More]

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Arson, Attempted Murder Charged

September 1, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Arson, Attempted Murder Charged

James Rico Gore is being held under a $1 million bond after he allegedly tried to burn down a house with his mother and a small child inside. Gore, 54, was arrested today (Monday) on [Read More]

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Columbus Commentary: Who’s Responsible for Church Shooting?

September 1, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Columbus Commentary: Who’s Responsible for Church Shooting?

Following is an edited transcript of this week’s Columbus Connection. Dissenting opinions are welcome. See our letters to the editor section for information. A lost, misguided soul shot up a church school full of little [Read More]

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Female Felon Had 15 Firearms

September 1, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Female Felon Had 15 Firearms

Detectives arrested a Cerro Gordo woman on multiple felony charges after finding 15 firearms in her home during a drug investigation. Ruth Marlowe Strickland, 58, of – Bill Nobles Road, was jailed under $52,500 secured [Read More]

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Four Children Die in Early Morning Fire

August 30, 2025 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Four Children Die in Early Morning Fire

No adults were in the home when the fire was reported around 2:59 a.m. Four sisters, ages 2 to 7 years, died in a structure fire near Chadbourn early Saturday morning. The home is located [Read More]

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