News stories in Columbus, NC.
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CCN Radio News — Morning Report (September 24th, 2024)
CCN Radio News — Morning Report for September 24th, 2024. (Press Play for the Audio)
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County Eyes Vape Shops, Products
Columbus County could soon be limiting the locations of vape and tobacco shops in unincorporated areas. Commissioners instructed County Manager Eddie Madden at the Sept. 3 meeting to research ways the county could better regulate [Read More]
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Brunswick County Man Sentenced for Liquor Bottle Murder
An Oak Island man was sentenced to 16 to 20 years in prison for beating and stabbing his girlfriend to death with a liquor bottle. Kevin Vaughn of Oak Island pled guilty to second degree [Read More]
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The Good News for Sept. 20
• Sunday at 4 p.m. is the kickoff for this year’s See You At the Pole rally. There will be free food, praise music, and a special message from Pastor Nate Watts at 38 White’s [Read More]
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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report (September 20th, 2024)
CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for September 20th, 2024. (Press Play for the Audio)
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Ingram Retires From WRC
After 34 years of service to the state of North Carolina, Cameron Ingram, executive director of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), has announced his retirement effective Dec. 31. Ingram has served as NCWRC executive [Read More]
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Spay/Neuter Clinic Seeks Donations
The largest discount spay and neuter clinic in Southeastern North Carolina was destroyed by four feet of floodwaters in Brunswick County Monday. Fix-A-Friend is a non-profit clinic sponsored Adopt An Angel. They averaged 100 surgeries [Read More]
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CCN Radio News – Morning Report (September 20th, 2024)
CCN Radio News – Morning Report for September 20th, 2024. (Press Play for the Audio)
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CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report (September 19th 2024)
CCN Radio News – Afternoon Report for September 19th, 2024. (Press Play for the Audio)
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Commissioners to Discuss Drought Help, Shelter Power Upgrades
In a meeting that was delayed due to a major rain event that shut down the county, Commissioners on Monday will discuss assistance to farmers hit hard by the drought earlier this summer. Monday’s 6:30 [Read More]
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Whiteville Fire Department Collecting for Flood Victims
Whiteville firefighters are accepting donations for flood victims in Brunswick County. Cases of water, canned goods, baby supplies, dry goods, and toiletries may be brought to the Whiteville Fire Department at 120 East Columbus Street. [Read More]
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Portion of U.S. 17 to Open After Storm
Editor’s note – while CCN is all about Columbus County, the damage to Brunswick County roadways continues to affect local commuters and Columbus residents with connections to our neighbors next door. We will continue to [Read More]
Elections
Republicans Pressure Robinson to Drop Out Amid New Scandal
Courtesy The Carolina Journal Updated 3:10. p.m. Sept. 19 North Carolina Republicans are bracing Thursday (today) as word spreads about a damning news story looming regarding Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. Sources with direct knowledge have [Read More]
Church News
Night of Praise Rescheduled
Milk B4 Meat and Transformation Church has moved the night of praise to Sept. 28 at 5:30 p.m. The Oxendines will be special guests, along with four praise teams from area churches. There will be [Read More]
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Turnbull Creek Closes Trail Due to Flooding
Due to flooding and high water, N.C. Forest Service officials have implemented a trail detour and closures at Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest (Elizabethtown). A detour is in place for Duncan Trail flanking Turnbull Creek. [Read More]
Business
Price Gouging Law in Effect
North Carolina’s price gouging law is in effect in Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, and New Hanover counties after Monday’s major rainfall and flooding. The Department of Justice reviews complaints of alleged price gouging complaints, and the [Read More]