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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
A disastrous train wreck that could have been avoided will be the topic of the next meeting of the Southeastern North Carolina Genealogical Society. Joanna Phillips will detail the Dec....
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...
A member-guest tournament was held March 1 at Vineyard Golf at White Lake. Jackson Henderson and Taylor Denson took first place in the First Flight with a team score of...
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...
The mud squelched between my bare toes; it was cold, but not uncomfortably so. The pollen was rising, and I sneezed into the morning, startling one of the resident cardinals...
A number of races will likely be decided in Tuesday’s primary vote, as several nominations were left unfilled by both parties. Irvin Enzor and Chris Worley are unopposed for the...
Glasgow Hicks is now the sole owner and operator of WTXY 1540 AM and1039 FM in Whiteville. After six years, Jeffery Jones of Jones Media Group signed over the...
The following polling places will be open Tuesday from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. in Columbus County. Bogue Creek – Hallsboro Fire Dept. Bolton – Bolton Fire Dept. Cerro Gordo...
Some voters may have a new precinct number and/or polling location for the March primary tomorrow. Officials consolidated some precincts due to staffing issues and low voter turnout. Not all...