How to Select the Right Bulletproof Backpack Insert The selection of an appropriate bulletproof backpack insert requires careful consideration of multiple technical factors. Consumers must evaluate bo...
News Briefs for August 12, 2025 Tropical Storm Erin has formed on the Atlantic, and is expected to become the first hurricane of the season. The National Weather Service...
The second suspect in a child abuse case that left an infant in UNC Hospital has been arrested. Wayne Joseph Keinzle, 31, of 95 Lake Park Dr., Chadbourn, was taken...
Bladen narcotics investigators arrested a man for selling a variety of illegal drugs and possessing an illegal shotgun Aug. 7. Jeremy Stephen Harrelson, 49, was charged with six counts of...
By Kayla Henson CCPC Families in Columbus County now have access to a Rootle Discovery Corner—a fun, child-friendly space designed to spark curiosity and support early learning through play. Hosted...
By Kaylie Simmons SCC This summer, rising high school juniors and seniors from Columbus County and surrounding rural and underserved communities had a unique opportunity to explore careers in pharmacy...
A woman was jailed Sunday after allegedly attacking a deputy with her shoe. Karen Sabrina Buffkin, 37, of 5329 Swamp Fox Hwy., Tabor City, was charged with a single count...
Eight East Arcadia residents had to be rescued from their homes Monday due to rising water. Chief Steve Carlin of Acme-Delco-Riegelwood Fire and Rescue said firefighters were called to Kennedy...
CCN Weather Update for Tuesday August 12, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever...
News Briefs for August 11, 2025 More rain fell across Columbus County this past weekend, causing Lake Waccamaw to overtop the dam with minor flooding to continue across the county....
The Columbus County School District has officially announced the dates for their upcoming open houses. These events will provide students and their families an opportunity to meet teachers and adminis...
As the first tropical system of the season gets underway, officials and owners of flood-prone property in Whiteville are getting ready. Last week’s heavy rains on Wednesday were a wakeup...
SFGA Billy Malpass, Dan Salsbery, Willard Storms, and Scott Burchett won the Aug. 5 Southeastern Fellowship Golf Association Tournament at Land ‘O Lakes in Whiteville. They posted a score of...
KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD BY CAREY KINSOLVING AND FRIENDS Can I Be Sure God is With Me? (Psalm 23:6) Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of...
CCN Weather Update for Monday August 11, 2025. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. No weather worries with Freedom Insurance. For home, car, boat, or whatever...
News Briefs for August 10, 2025 All but 14 dogs seized from a Hallsboro woman were returned to her Friday. Deborah Dahl, 70, still faces two felony and 19 misdemeanor...