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Why Rural and Urban Areas Face Different Road Safety Risks

August 20, 2025 Columbus County News 0

Road safety challenges differ greatly between rural and urban areas. These differences impact accident frequency, severity, and community well-being. Urban settings often face congestion, pedestrian risks, and higher crash numbers. Rural regions struggle with longer [Read More]

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August 19, 2025 Columbus County News 0

A little girl named Emma recently turned 8 years old and wanted the most unusual of gifts for her birthday this year. She didn’t ask for things for herself, but she did request that everyone [Read More]

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CCN Daily News Briefs for August 19, 2025

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News Briefs for August 19, 2025 A Whiteville bandit who allegedly robbed Walmart and two dollar stores in 2014 before fleeing to Florida is awaiting trial here. Andre Freeman, age 36, continued his criminal career [Read More]

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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for August 19, 2025

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Sports Briefs for Aug. 19

August 19, 2025 Tommy Taylor 0

In girls volleyball, South Columbus lost 3-0 at West Brunswick on Wednesday. On Thursday, The Lady Stallions rebounded with a 3-0 triumph over West Columbus. They defeated the Vikings by scores of 25-15, 25-9, and [Read More]

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Fore! Local Golf Roundup for Aug. 19

August 19, 2025 Tommy Taylor 0

At Vineland Golf at White Lake, Hutchens Glenn, Kent Fisher, Anne Beyer, Conner Patrick, and Lucas Henderson defeated Pam Davis, David Beyer, Steven Clark, Conner Smith, and Jimmy Schultz in a playoff on Thursday’s Thundering [Read More]

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SCC Offers Free Student Haircuts

August 19, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Southeastern Community College’s Cosmetology Salon and Spa will give free haircuts to students heading back to school this fall. Head Cosmetology Instructor Eli Murillo is looking forward to helping children “feel special and great” when [Read More]

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Commissioners Send PUDs Back to Planning Board

August 19, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

After multiple questions from residents, county commissioners Monday sent two rezoning requests back to the planning board for more work, and ordered the county staff to begin work on repealing the planned unit development ordinance. [Read More]

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How Local Communities Can Stay Safe on the Roads During High-Traffic Seasons

August 19, 2025 Columbus County News 0

Road safety is a shared responsibility that affects every community member. High-traffic seasons bring unique challenges for drivers, pedestrians, and law enforcement. Increased travel during holidays or local events raises the risk of congestion and [Read More]

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Why Preventive Care Is a Community Effort, Not Just an Individual One

August 19, 2025 Columbus County News 0

Staying healthy is often seen as a personal obligation. You go for checkups, eat well, and exercise. These habits matter, but they are only part of the bigger picture. Preventive care is more than what [Read More]

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Weather and Tropics Update – Tuesday August 19, 2025.

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CCN Weather Update for Tuesday August 19, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of WhitevilleFreedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever you need, [Read More]

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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for August 19, 2025

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Tulsa King: A Royal Flush of Action, Humor, and Heart (Seasons 1 and 2 Review)

August 19, 2025 Anthony Ferrara 0

Tulsa King: A Royal Flush of Action, Humor, and Heart (Seasons 1 and 2 Review) From the moment Sylvester Stallone’s Dwight “The General” Manfredi stepped off that private jet, cigar in hand and a lifetime [Read More]

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CCN Daily News Briefs for August 18, 2025

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News Briefs for August 18, 2025   A motorcyclist from Spring Lake died Saturday after slamming into a car in Delco. William Washington, age 50, was pronounced dead on the scene of the wreck. He [Read More]

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Mill Branch Man Jailed on Child Sex Charges

August 18, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

State and federal agents, working alongside the sheriff’s office, arrested an alleged child sex offender today (Monday). The State Bureau of Investigation said Dusty Paul Matthews is being held under no bond, facing five counts [Read More]

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Mayo Clinic Q&A: Strategies for Calming Back-to-School Anxiety

August 18, 2025 Columbus County News 0

Mayo Clinic Q&A: Strategies for Calming Back-to-School Anxiety Patty Miller DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have two sons, ages 5 and 11. My eldest is always excited to start school and have new adventures. My younger [Read More]

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