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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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Two Receive Local Government Awards

Two Columbus County men were recognized by the Cape Fear Council of Governments last week for their years of public service. Local leaders and state officials gathered at the Terraces...

Jefferson Weaver
March 5, 2026
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Madden Announces Retirement

County Manager Eddie Madden announced Wednesday that he will retire in December. Until then, Madden said, he is still on the job he has held for five years. He is...

Jefferson Weaver
March 5, 2026
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Columbus Humane Society Helps K9s Suit Up

While body armor is a part of every law enforcement officer’s uniform, that hasn’t always been the case for K9s in Columbus County – until now. The Columbus Humane Society...

Jefferson Weaver
March 5, 2026
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Dogowner Pulls Gun on Animal Protective Services Officer

Authorities are investigating after a man allegedly brandished a rifle from inside his truck during a dispute with an Animal Protective Services employee. The report said the APS officer was...

Jefferson Weaver
March 4, 2026
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Ballgame Fight Leads to Assault Charges

A fight in the parking lot at a West Columbus basketball game led to a female suspect and two  juveniles being charged with assaulting a pregnant woman. Advaneek Ridgeway, 32,...

Jefferson Weaver
March 4, 2026
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Few Close Races in Primaries

Rogers, Somers, McPherson Clear Winners in Columbus Tuesday’s primaries saw 19 percent of registered voters turn out in Columbus, but left clear winners in the unofficial results. Jeanne McPherson ous...

Jefferson Weaver
March 4, 2026
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9:23 p.m. final: Rogers Beats Runoff

Local races — 16 of 16 precincts reporting District Attorney (Republican) Jenna Earley 2,394 J.K. Somers 2,436 Commissioners District 6 (Republican) Rickey Bullard 522 Jeanne McPherson 665 Jody ...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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8:51 p.m. : 13 of 16 Precincts Reporting

Local races — 13 of 16 precincts reporting District Attorney (Republican) Jenna Earley 2,146 J.K. Somers 2,161 Commissioners District 6 (Republican) Rickey Bullard 579 Jeanne McPherson 422 Jody ...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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8:40 p.m.: 11 of 16 Precincts Reporting; No Number Posted

As of 8:40 p.m., 11 of the 16 Columbus county precincts have reported, but no details have been released yet. The state Board of Elections blocked any results being released...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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7:35 p.m.: Polls Close; Halifax Problem Delays Results

Polls closed across Columbus County moments ago, but a problem at a precinct in Halifax County is delaying statewide returns. The N.C. State Board of Elections said a polling place...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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Saturation Patrol Leads to 41 Citations, Two DWI Arrests

A crackdown on dangerous drivers with 41 officers from multiple agencies led to 41 charges Friday in Clarendon. The Columbus Couny Sheriff’s Office worked with the Highway Patrol, Robeson and...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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Bolton Home Hit by Gunfire; SUV Hit on Highway

No one was injured but a home sustained damage Monday after someone fired shots at the property. Deputies were called to 72 Ninth St., Bolton at 5:32 p.m., the sheriff’s...

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March 3, 2026
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Missing Pet Found Dead in Bag

The sheriff’s office is investigating a case of potential animal cruelty after a family’s cat was found dead in a plastic bag. Johnny High contacted the sheriff’s office Tuesday, the...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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Lodges to Host First Responder Breakfast

Three area lodges are joining forces to provide veterans and first responders with what they call “a morning of appreciation and community.”   Lebanon Lodge #207, Chadbourn Lodge #190, and...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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Juvenile Facing Trespass Petitions

Juvenile petitions have been sought against a masked juvenile who was allegedly pulled door handles at several homes in Cerro Gordo. The sheriff’s office said deputies were contacted Feb. 27...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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BEMC, ECE Award Lineman Scholarship

Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) and ECE are investing in the future of the local energy workforce through a $5,000 donation to regional community college lineworker programs. The cont...

Jefferson Weaver
March 3, 2026
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