A man allegedly forced a woman from her home, took her in a vehicle to another location, and threatened her, after calling 911 multiple times claiming he was going to be killed. Daniel Lee Harris, 34,...
Work is continuing on the roundabout at Lee, Franklin and Madison streets in Whiteville, and the project should be finished in October. The N.C. Dept. of Transportation said on X that the concrete tru...
Debra Lynn Smith Wise, age 67, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Friends may visit the Tribute page to leave condolences for the family. McKenzie Mortuary,...
At Diamondback Golf Course, the Southeastern Fellowship Golf Association played its weekly tournament on Sept. 8. The format for the tournament was a Captain’s Choice. First place went to the team of ...
This year’s Pecan Music Festival will also feature the Veterans Celebration Parade in Whiteville. Entries are being sought for the parade, which will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. There is no ent...
The N.C. Chamber announced today that Council Tool Company’s Scout Hatchet is among the 30 semifinalists for its annual “Coolest Thing Made in NC” online competition, which began with 88 nominees. In ...
Billie Jean Scott, 81, of Tabor City, died on Aug. 31, 2026 in Loris Hospital. Mr. Scott was born on Feb. 25, 1945, son of the late Henry Scott and Nellie Scott. Memorial service will be held at 7 p...
Erick John Ross, age 25, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 7, 2026. Arrangements are pending at this time. Friends may visit our Tribute page to leave condolences for the family. McKenzie...
Columbus County voters will have three separate alcohol questions before them this November: beer, wine, and mixed beverage sales. For me, the issue is bigger than alcohol. It’s about whether a busin...
WHITE LAKE—Brandon King took the final Showdown at Sundown Putt Putt tournament at Goldston’s Beach Tuesday night with a two-round score of 65. The two-round event was the final tournament of the 12-w...
We are officially in the ‘ber’ months, and September is full steam ahead with activities and events. Check out the farmers market, cruise into a couple of car shows, and see what all the buzz is about...
I’ll say it plainly: I love Buc-ee’s. I have never pulled into one of those parking lots without feeling that little jolt of excitement in the car. Everyone sits up straighter. Seatbelts come off befo...
Local first responders and medical professionals are joining forces Friday to commemorate the events of 9/11, and promote healthier lifestyles for both public safety personnel and the general public. ...
Missing Kayaker Found The search for a missing kayaker came to a tragic end around 11:15 a.m. today, as search teams found his body in Lake Waccamaw. A team from the Wildlife Resources Commission usin...
Helicopters have been deployed to continue the search for a missing man at Lake Waccamaw. The 25 year old was kayaking somewhere between Dale’s Seafood and the 2500 block of Canal Cove when he went mi...
Water rescue units and drone teams are scouring Lake Waccamaw between Dale’s Seafood and the Sigmon Boat Ramp after a kayaker was reported missing. The kayaker has been described as a 25 year o...