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Maze Craze Opening Day Gallery

September 24, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Maze Craze Opening Day Gallery

Maze Craze at Galloway Farm in Hallsboro opened on Saturday, Sept. 24, for their 2022 season. This year, the farm has partnered with Netflix to bring the ‘Outer Banks’ (OBX) to Columbus County.   The [Read More]

Kindness Rocks from the Juniorettes
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The Good News for Sept. 23-Oct. 1

September 23, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on The Good News for Sept. 23-Oct. 1

A taste of fall weather is in the air, and cooler temperatures mean more time outside. This weekend presents the perfect opportunity to find your way through a maze or enjoy some Southern cooking at [Read More]

The suspects are dropped off and walk from house to house, checking for unlocked vehicles. (BCSO photo)
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Car Break-in Crew Hits Bladen, Columbus

September 23, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Car Break-in Crew Hits Bladen, Columbus

Deputies in Columbus and Bladen counties are investigating a rash of car breakins that occurred Thursday night. The thieves hit areas north of Whiteville, and along the N.C. 211 corridor between Bladenboro and Clarkton, according [Read More]

Banks Batten (right) and some of the evidence seized during the raid. (CCSO photo)
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$1.5M Bond for Alleged Dealer

September 22, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on $1.5M Bond for Alleged Dealer

A pre-dawn raid turned up crack cocaine and illegally shortened AR-15 rifle Tuesday in Green Acres. Banks Raphel Batten, 35, of 60 Pine Circle Drive, was held under $1.5 million bond. He is charged with [Read More]

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Armed Felons Jailed by WPD

September 22, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Armed Felons Jailed by WPD

Quick response by Whiteville Police led to the arrest of two armed felons Wednesday. Lafayette Treshaun Davis, 24, of 1855 Mill Pond Rd., Whiteville, and Jesse Lee Thomas Jr., 38, of 1465 Princess Ann Rd., [Read More]

Ruben Studdard and crew
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‘Be Sickle Smart’ at Vineland Station

September 22, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on ‘Be Sickle Smart’ at Vineland Station

American Idol veteran Ruben Studdard made a guest appearance at Vineland Station in Whiteville on Thursday to bring awareness about sickle cell disease. The celebrity spoke about his mother and her work with the disorder, [Read More]

Whiteville Fire Chief David Yergeau
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Whiteville Fire Chief Suspended

September 22, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Whiteville Fire Chief Suspended

Whiteville Fire Chief David Yergeau is on suspension pending the outcome of an investigation. City Manager Darren Currie said he could not further comment on the suspension, citing personnel rules. “When the investigation is completed, [Read More]

Isaac Gene Miller
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Miller Pleads to Killing Father

September 21, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Miller Pleads to Killing Father

Isaac Miller pleaded guilty to murder Wednesday (today) in the shooting death of his father in 2019. Miller, 27, will serve 94 to 125 months (7.5 to 10.5) years in prison, according to the plea [Read More]

While best known for their work in Central America, the Master's Mission is headed to Ukraine this year to brighten the lives of children there. (Master's Mission photo)
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Master’s Mission Headed for Ukraine

September 20, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Master’s Mission Headed for Ukraine

The Master’s Mission hopes to bring some joy to children in the Ukraine this winter. The ministry, led by Darrell Rooks, is organizing efforts to assemble both its signature Joy Boxes and Joy Bags for [Read More]

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Starbuck’s Coming to Whiteville

September 20, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Starbuck’s Coming to Whiteville

Updated After 14 months of negotiations, construction of a new Starbuck’s coffeehouse is expected to begin next month. “It’s a done deal,” said Kyle Cox, who owns the property where the popular business will be [Read More]

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Maze Craze ‘Outer Banks’ opens Saturday 

September 20, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Maze Craze ‘Outer Banks’ opens Saturday 

Maze Craze at Galloway Farms in Hallsboro will have their opening day on Saturday, Sept. 24, and this year, the farm is partnering with Netflix to bring the ‘Outer Banks’ (OBX) to Columbus County.   [Read More]

Police Car Lights
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Unrestrained Driver is 17th Fatality Here

September 20, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Unrestrained Driver is 17th Fatality Here

Monday’s wreck at N.C. 87 and U.S. 74 might not have been deadly had the driver been wearing a seatbelt. The Highway Patrol reported that Deshawn Ford, 27, of Paddlefish Drive, Fayetteville, was pronounced dead [Read More]

Mitchell and Jacobs. theft
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Theft Victim Spots Property, Calls 911

September 19, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Theft Victim Spots Property, Calls 911

Two men are in jail after a theft victim spotted his property being pulled down the road Aug. 30. Casey Jacobs, 34, of 6534 Old Lake Rd., Bolton, was held under $30,000 secured boind, charged [Read More]

John Strickland and Peyton Thomas (CCSO)
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Two Charged with Trafficking Meth, Coke

September 19, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Two Charged with Trafficking Meth, Coke

Crystal methamphetamine and cocaine were found in a vehicle minutes after midnight Saturday morning. The sheriff’s office reported that John Strickland, age 59, and Peyton Thomas, age 25, had 70 grams of cocaine and 28 [Read More]

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Conquer Chiari Walk with Christy Gallery 2022

September 17, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Conquer Chiari Walk with Christy Gallery 2022

Purple was the color of choice at Elizabeth Brinkley Park at Lake Waccamaw on Saturday. Friends, family, and community members came out in support for the Conquer Chiari Walk with Christy Lewis Harrelson. Harrelson was [Read More]

Lucky pup
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Rabies Clinic, Adoption Event at Gurganus Gallery

September 17, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Rabies Clinic, Adoption Event at Gurganus Gallery

Five dogs were adopted and around 100 rabies shots administered Saturday morning at Gurganus Farm Store in Whiteville. Columbus Animal Protective Services brought a trailer full of shelter dogs for potential new owners to meet, [Read More]

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