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Park Walk Goes Virtual
The Hearts and Vets Walk-a-thon hosted by the Veteran’s Memorial Park is now virtual due to the chance of inclement weather. The countywide event was scheduled to begin Saturday at 10 a.m. in honor [Read More]
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Second Tabor Inmate Dies; Suicide Suspected
A second Tabor Correctional inmate has been found dead of an apparent suicide. The N.C. Dept. of Public Safety said in a press release that Robert B. Walker was found unresponsive in his cell at [Read More]
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The Friday Feature
Friday Feature: January 28, 2022 By: Vinny Pagano Baseball season is around the corner, and nothing screams America like its National pastime. At every level it represents what is great about this country. It has [Read More]
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Ex-Chief Charged in Converter Theft
• Spivey hid parts in Christmas boxes, report says. The former chief of Chadbourn police has been charged with stealing two catalytic converters from a Tabor City garage. William Anthony Spivey, 36, of Gapway Road, [Read More]
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Jefferson Weaver • The Wrong Race to Run
I was a lousy athlete, but I never wanted to play against a girl to make myself look better. I was a chubby, sometimes fat kid. I was always both big and tall for my [Read More]
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High Path ‘Bird Flu’ Discovered in Bladen
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has now been confirmed in 53 hunter-harvested wild waterfowl at three sites in North Carolina. These sites are Hyde County, a site located on the Pamlico/Beaufort County line and a new [Read More]
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McMullen House Opens for Veterans and First Responders
Chaplain Marcia McMullen DeRush has opened her heart and the doors of her office with special individuals in mind. McMullen House of Heroes is a safe haven where the chaplain offers a multitude of things other than [Read More]
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NCDOT Hosts Meeting for Businesses Feb. 19
Small, women-owned and disadvantaged business owners wanting to learn how to compete for state transportation contracts are invited to attend a free workshop Feb. 19 at Robeson Community College. The meeting was rescheduled due to the [Read More]
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Police: Man in Street Had Drugs
Chadbourn Police arrested a Clarkton man Tuesday after he allegedly stood in the roadway, fought officers and had narcotics in his pocket. Davion Jabias Frink, 21, was charged with two counts of assault on a [Read More]
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Shootings Target Deputies’ Homes
Deputies were the victims in two recent shooting incidents, but no one was injured in either case. On Jan. 8, according to sheriff’s reports, a deputy reported finding a bullethole in the rear of his [Read More]
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Juvenile Charged in Chadbourn Shootings
A juvenile faces charges in two Chadbourn shooting incidents, according to Chadbourn Police. “It’s been a long night,” Chief Ken Elliot said. “Our department has been working some long hours on this case.” Two people [Read More]
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Crystal Faircloth • January, The Redheaded Stepchild
Of all the months out of the year, January is the one I despise the most. The holidays are a beautiful thing with all the food, lights, and family gatherings, but when the clock strikes [Read More]
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Dress Sale Will Benefit Boys and Girls Home
The Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina is planning an event that will be the first of its kind for the organization. A “Save the Date” bridal dress sale will take place during the [Read More]
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Ice, snow build across county
Ice, freezing rain and some snowflakes are being reported across Columbus. While ice accumulations may be lower than initial National Weather Service forecasts, area roads are still treacherous. A curfew is in place until 6 [Read More]
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County prepares for storm
County under curfew starting at 6 p.m. Columbus County will be under a nighttime curfew except for essential and emergency workers through Sunday morning. The curfew lasts from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. Friday and [Read More]
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Backpack Buddies step up for hungry kids
The Columbus Baptist Association had a successful evening at their monthly Backpack Buddies Ministry Tuesday. The organization had 15 volunteers lend a hand and over 500 bags were packed. Without access to free or reduced [Read More]