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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for August 20, 2025
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Labor Day Booze It and Lose It Campaign Underway
The N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program gathered with officials in Charlotte this morning (Aug. 20) to announce the launch of the upcoming Labor Day “Booze It and Lose It” campaign. The statewide enforcement initiative, which [Read More]
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Councilwoman had Prior DWI Arrests
Whiteville City Councilwoman Helen Holden has been charged with driving while impaired four times since 2007, convicted twice, and exonerated once, according to court records. Holden, 49, was arrested Saturday night just before midnight after [Read More]
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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for August 20, 2025
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Weather and Tropics Update – Wednesday Aug. 20, 2025
CCN Weather Update for Wednesday August 20, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever you need, Freedom can provide [Read More]
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The Good News August 20-26, 2025
As the weather begins to cool down, events are heating up in Columbus County for the fall. SCC is on the roll with education adventures, police departments are welcoming new family members, and the little [Read More]
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Why Rural and Urban Areas Face Different Road Safety Risks
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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CCN Community Hero
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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]