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Domestic Violence Suspect Charged with Drugs in Jail

October 29, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Deputies arrested a woman after she allegedly violated a restraining order and tried to bring narcotics into the county detention center. Jessica Akins, 36, of 111 Barbcrest Dr., Whiteville, was charged with possession of heroin [Read More]

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SCC Chosen for Aspen Competition

October 29, 2025 Staff Report 0

The Aspen Institute has named Southeastern Community College as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and [Read More]

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Jefferson Weaver • Godzilla, Furries and Phones

October 29, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

One of my favorite Halloween costumes ever was a sign of my mother’s love. She spent weeks sewing a Godzilla costume; she even engineered a series of rings and twine to keep my tail from [Read More]

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Woman Charged with Beating Child with Belt

October 29, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Child abuse charges have been filed against a woman who allegedly beat her son with a belt. Gina Ann Soles, 35, of 4846 Old Stake Rd., Chadbourn, was arrested early today (Oct. 29) on two [Read More]

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DWI Roundup for Oct. 23-29, 2025

October 29, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Following is a weekly feature of Columbuscountynews.com. All records and information are obtained through arrest reports and warrants. While the focus is primarily to draw attention to driving while impaired (DWI) cases, other charges are [Read More]

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Henry Lowrie Focus of Society Meeting

October 29, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

The history and legend behind a Robeson County outlaw will be discussed at the Nov. 8 meeting of the Southeastern North Carolina Genealogical Society. Dr. Lawrence Locklear of UNC-Pembroke will speak on Henry Berry Lowrie [Read More]

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Area Soccer Roundup: Pack Wins, Tournament Delayed

October 29, 2025 Tommy Taylor 0

WHITEVILLE– Whiteville continued its momentum Monday with a 2-1 win over Red Springs. The Pack has been hot of late, winning six out of its last seven matches. The loss was costly for the Red [Read More]

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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for October 29, 2025

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DOT to Begin Work on Madison Street Project

October 28, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

One of the worst spots for flooding along Madison Street in Whiteville is scheduled for a major upgrade starting in 2027. Whiteville City Manager Darren Currie briefed the city council on the project at Tuesday’s [Read More]

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CCN Radio News — Afternoon Report for October 28, 2025

October 28, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

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East Bladen Blanks Union 38-0

October 28, 2025 Tommy Taylor 0

UNION — East Bladen used its ground attack to chew up 299 yards in its victory over Union High 38-0 Friday night. East Bladen scored first to take a 6-0 lead with 14 seconds left [Read More]

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Home, Vehicle Hit by Gunfire

October 28, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Detectives are investigating two separate shooting incidents that were reported at neighboring addresses Saturday. Deputies were called to the 12000 block of Old Lake Road just before 2 p.m. after residents found their home had [Read More]

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Suspect Commits Suicide at Lake

October 28, 2025 Jefferson Weaver 0

Updated 4 p.m. Oct. 29 The suspect in a double homicide in Hoke County killed himself at the Boys and Girls Home Chapel at Lake Waccamaw late Monday. The victims in the case have been [Read More]

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CCN Radio News — Morning Report for October 28, 2025

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North Duplin Cruises Past Gators 53-12

October 27, 2025 Tommy Taylor 0

CALYPSO — North Duplin overcame a slow start to defeat East Columbus 53-12 in. Friday’;s football action. Carnell Phillips led the Rebels with 251 yards rushing on 22 carries for four touchdowns in the rout. [Read More]

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State Says SNAP Not Funded in November

October 27, 2025 Staff Report 0

See related story: Popup Food Distribution events set. The state Department of Health and Human Services announced today (Monday) that the November benefits for the 1.4 million North Carolinians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition [Read More]

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