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Jefferson Weaver • Skittles, Beer, Smart Possums and Free Markets

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Jefferson Weaver • Skittles, Beer, Smart Possums and Free Markets

My mother made the most wonderful chili in creation. Just enough meat, just enough spicy heat, and you could enjoy and savor every last bit of it. She always made a huge pot of it [Read More]

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New Party Recognized by State Board

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on New Party Recognized by State Board

The State Board of Elections Sunday voted to allow another party on the state ballot. The No Labels Party touts itself as an alternative to both the traditional Democrat and Republican parties, according to the [Read More]

Jonathan Williams will be replaced by Jesse Beck II as the county's assistant superintendent. (CCS photos)
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Beck New County Asst. Superintendent

August 15, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Beck New County Asst. Superintendent

Jesse Beck II will replace Dr. Jonathan Williams as assistant superintendent for Columbus County Schools. Williams recently announced he is leaving the county to become the new superintendent of Whiteville City Schools. “During his decades [Read More]

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Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine, Meth, Pot

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine, Meth, Pot

Cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana were confiscated and a woman jailed after a traffic stop Friday. Teresa Diane Duncan, 59, of Armview Road, Loris, was held under $50,000 secured bond on charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, [Read More]

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Women Charged with Shoplifting Chest Freezer

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Women Charged with Shoplifting Chest Freezer

Two women were charged after they allegedly stole a chest freezer from Walmart. Ashley Dawn Graham, 31, and Deziray Pauliena Ray, 21 each face charges of misdemeanor larceny, according to Detention Center reports, Ray was [Read More]

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Strangulation, Sexual Assault Reported

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Strangulation, Sexual Assault Reported

A woman told deputies she was strangled and sexually assaulted near Tabor City early Saturday morning. The victim, who is in her 20s, told deputies she was dropped off at a gas station on the [Read More]

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Driver Partially Ejected, Dies in Sunday Crash

August 14, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Driver Partially Ejected, Dies in Sunday Crash

The county’s 13th traffic fatality might have been avoided if the driver had been wearing a seatbelt, the Highway Patrol said Monday. Michael Lee Shipman, 50, was traveling east on Charley Lennon Road near the [Read More]

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Details Released in Campbell Settlement

August 11, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Details Released in Campbell Settlement

Alleged racist remarks by a former sheriff could lead to a property tax increase. Former Sheriff’s Sgt. Melvin Campbell will receive $500,000 in a mediated settlement with the county over claims that he was fired [Read More]

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CBA Golf Tourney Needs Sponsors; Volunteers

August 11, 2023 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on CBA Golf Tourney Needs Sponsors; Volunteers

The Columbus Baptist Association is an organization that was founded right here in Columbus County. The CBA is well known for their Backpack for Buddies ministry, a program geared toward feeding children over the weekend [Read More]

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Local Trooper Among New Graduates

August 11, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Local Trooper Among New Graduates

The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 22 new troopers today at a graduation ceremony held for the 159th Basic Highway Patrol School. The ceremony celebrates 29 weeks of extensive training to prepare the graduates for a [Read More]

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Open House Dates for County Schools

August 11, 2023 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Open House Dates for County Schools

School across Columbus are once again getting ready to open their doors to welcome students back into the fold. Last week, the district announced the dates for open houses all over the county. The 2023-2024 [Read More]

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Flag on Play at Prison Leads to Contraband

August 11, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Flag on Play at Prison Leads to Contraband

An alleged trespasser found himself offsides but was stopped by pass interference when a football packed with tobacco was found outside Columbus Correctional. David Anthony Howard, 28, of Greenville, was charged with first degree trespassing [Read More]

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Feast Down East’s Farmer Scholarship Winners Announced

August 11, 2023 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Feast Down East’s Farmer Scholarship Winners Announced

Feast Down East (FDE) recently announced the winners of its inaugural Farmer Scholarship Program. The scholarships, valued up to $450 each, have been awarded to local farmers within 100 miles of FDE’s food hub. The [Read More]

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The Good News Aug. 12 

August 11, 2023 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on The Good News Aug. 12 

The summer may be coming to an end, but there are still plenty of events to keep the little ones occupied before school starts back in full swing. Take advantage of the community days and supply [Read More]

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Farmers Market Hosts Community Day Saturday

August 11, 2023 Crystal Faircloth Comments Off on Farmers Market Hosts Community Day Saturday

The Columbus County Farmers Market may be known for fresh local produce, but this Saturday, Aug. 12, the organization will be partnering with Columbus Regional Healthcare, Western Prong Baptist Church, and Crossroads Church to host [Read More]

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Campbell Settlement in Greene Case Could Lead to Tax Increase

August 10, 2023 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Campbell Settlement in Greene Case Could Lead to Tax Increase

Former Sheriff’s Sgt. Melvin Campbell will receive $300,000 directly from the county’s general fund and an undisclosed additional amount as a settlement in his federal civil rights lawsuit against former Sheriff Jody Greene. County commissioners [Read More]

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