Whiteville Police investigating a trespassing report Thursday arrested a man with two handguns, one of which had been illegally converted to a full-automatic weapon. Jesus G. Rojas, 23, of 52...
Why would I be worried about companies using my personal information to catch criminals when I am not a criminal, right? So what if the Flock cameras watch and surveil...
The Town of Lake Waccamaw has many annual traditions when it comes to Independence Day, but this year the municipality will be adding more events in honor of America’s 250th birthday. The...
In less than an hour Friday, Brandon Wayne Mincey was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Mincey, 44, was on trial...
Closing statements are underway today (June 12) in the first degree murder trial of Brandon Wayne Mincey. Mincey, 44, is accused of killing Alissa Lee and disposing of her body...
By Hannah Isenhour SCC Communications Aidan Chestnut, a recent Associate Degree Nursing graduate at Southeastern Community College, has been recognized for her extra efforts caring for patients. Chest...
Detectives are searching for an 18-year-old suspect in a shooting Thursday night on Berry Lane near Whiteville. Eric Martin Jr. has been identified as the suspect in the killing of...
UPDATED June 12 at noon. Multiple victims helped put an alleged child molester behind bars Thursday. Jeromy Lee Blanton, 44, of Loris, is being held under no bond. He faces...
Around 100 people filled the Columbus County Board of Elections office Monday to descry a proposal to cut underperforming early polling locations. The board had briefly discussed cutting out all...
Columbus County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Trillium Health Resource and the YMCA-Lower Cape Fear, is giving away free bike helmets for riders of all ages. Head injuries from...
Pine straw is a traditional groundcover for flower beds and landscaping – but it’s also a dangerous fire hazard. Last week’s Sawmill Apartments fire has been linked to a cigarette...
WHITEVILLE—FITGANG@7GANG and Fast Twitch Academy will hold its Third Annual Free Football Skills Camp on July 18. The camp is a one-day seminar designed for young athletes to help them...
By Hannah Isenhour Southeastern Community College Communications Southeastern Paint and Body recently partnered with Southeastern Community College to support hands-on training for students in the Aut...
By Cynthia Nelson Greater Tabor City Chamber of Commerce The past few weeks have been filled with various graduation ceremonies at many area schools and colleges. Just this past Friday...
School is out for the summer, and plenty of activities are planned in Columbus County to keep you and the youngsters busy. Go check out the BGHNC Day of Hope, read...