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Whiteville Makes West Columbus Scream Mercy

April 12, 2022 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Whiteville Makes West Columbus Scream Mercy

West Columbus was the location last night as the Wolfpack rolled into town with an 8-3 record to take on the 3-8 Vikings. Whiteville was 4-0 on the road entering the game and they were [Read More]

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CCSO: Naked Woman Damages Patrol Vehicle

April 12, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on CCSO: Naked Woman Damages Patrol Vehicle

Deputies arrested a Red Store Road woman April 9 after she allegedly charged them while completely naked.  Elisha Shamae Colson, 37, was charged with assault on a government official, property damage and indecent exposure in [Read More]

The first Performing Arts show at the charter school will feature original artwork, music and performances by groups such as the Beta Club. (submitted)
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Music, Dance, and More at Charter School’s First Arts Show

April 11, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Music, Dance, and More at Charter School’s First Arts Show

Music, dance and the visual arts will be front and center Thursday (April 14) at the first Classical Charter Schools of America-Whiteville Performing Arts Show. “We are excited to provide this opportunity for our students [Read More]

Thousands of eggs will be delivered via helicopter Saturday at Galloway Farms. (Submitted photo)
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Eggstravaganza Features Helicopter Egg Drop

April 11, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Eggstravaganza Features Helicopter Egg Drop

The Easter Bunny won’t just be be hippity-hopping down to Galloway Farms Saturday – he’ll be arriving by helicopter. The Fifth Annual Spring Fling and Easter Eggstravaganza will feature  thousands of eggs from a helicopter, [Read More]

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One Charged in Friday Homicide

April 10, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on One Charged in Friday Homicide

A mechanic was killed Friday at his home in Old Dock, and his fiancé has been charged with second degree murder. Jennifer Crafford Scurdato, 38, is being held under no bond in the Columbus Detention [Read More]

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The Wolfpack Stomps Pender at Legion Stadium

April 9, 2022 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on The Wolfpack Stomps Pender at Legion Stadium

Pender versus Whiteville April8, 2022  Whiteville beat Pender 15-0 in 4 innings. Ashton Hammonds pitched a no-hitter throughout the four innings, but he did hit a batter in the fourth, ending the perfect game. The [Read More]

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Weekly Podcast – THE COLUMBUS CONNECTION with Jefferson Weaver

April 9, 2022 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Weekly Podcast – THE COLUMBUS CONNECTION with Jefferson Weaver

  This week Jefferson has in the studio Stephanie Miller of Columbus Regional Healthcare System THE COLUMBUS CONNECTION with Jefferson Weaver is a weekly public affairs program produced in, for, and about Columbus County. Each week [Read More]

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Weekly Podcast – IN THE SPORTS ZONE with Vinny Pagano

April 9, 2022 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Weekly Podcast – IN THE SPORTS ZONE with Vinny Pagano

04/09/2022 In The Sports Zone IN THE SPORTS ZONE with Vinny Pagano is a weekly sports commentary program produced in and for Columbus County NC. Each week Vinny talks about everything sports. Sports News and Commentary [Read More]

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Clarkton Raid Nets Western Fugitive

April 8, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Clarkton Raid Nets Western Fugitive

A man wanted in Arizona is being held under $1.2 million bond after a raid near Clarkton. Wade Anthony Garcia, also known as Donovan Davis, is being held on three counts of possession of a [Read More]

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The Good News for April 9-15

April 8, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on The Good News for April 9-15

  The Easter bunny is making his way into town starting this afternoon. Youngsters will have plenty of opportunities to hunt for eggs, play games, and enjoy pizza, snacks, and hotdogs from now until Resurrection [Read More]

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Holiday Events Get Underway Today

April 8, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Holiday Events Get Underway Today

As the Easter holiday approaches, area churches and businesses are rolling out their welcome mat for children and families. Come out and enjoy Resurrection Day activities.   The Lake Waccamaw United Methodist Church will kick off [Read More]

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One Dead in Old Dock Shooting

April 8, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on One Dead in Old Dock Shooting

The sheriff’s office is on the scene of a reported shooting death on Snake Island Road in the Old Dock community. Chief Deputy Aaron Herring said the shooting occurred this morning. Investigators are currently at [Read More]

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Former Pill Mill Doctor Sentenced Today to 78 Months in Prison

April 7, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Former Pill Mill Doctor Sentenced Today to 78 Months in Prison

A former doctor who operated a “pill mill” in Columbus County was sentenced today to 78 months in prison for unlawfully distributing Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Methadone, and Marijuana. John Whan Kim, 75, and co-defendant Tammy Thompson, [Read More]

Rep. Brenden Jones, flanked by Sheriff Jody Green and county officials, speaks to the crowd Wednesday.
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Eastern Division Sheriff’s Station Opens

April 7, 2022 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Eastern Division Sheriff’s Station Opens

After two years of false starts due to budgets and the pandemic, the long-awaited Eastern Division station for the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office opened Wednesday. “The residents of the eastern part of Columbus County deserve [Read More]

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Wolfpack Dominate Pender 5-0

April 6, 2022 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Wolfpack Dominate Pender 5-0

April 5, 2022: 18 Strikeouts for Ty Lawson: Whiteville Over Pender 5-0  By: Vinny Pagano  Whiteville traveled to Pender yesterday and got the win 5-0, in a six-inning rain shortened game. Ty Lawson was on [Read More]

Columbus Regiuonal hosted a ceremony honoring organ donors Wednesday.
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CRHS Honors Organ and Tissue Donors

April 6, 2022 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on CRHS Honors Organ and Tissue Donors

Columbus Regional Healthcare System on Wednesday honored heroes that are no longer with us. Though these folks may have never served in the war, their sacrifices have saved countless lives.  Wednesday was the 2022 Organ Donation [Read More]

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