As I awoke the other morning to the sound of a giant vacuum cleaner, I knew it was time for the harvest. It’s been said that trees are not planted...
One woman is dead and two people are seriously injured after a three vehicle crash in North Whiteville Monday morning (today). The wreck occurred on N.C. 410 near Silver Spoon...
Fentanyl may have caused the death of a Tabor City area man early Monday. The sheriff’s office said Dep. T. Tyson responded to 4310 Will Inman Road around 3:25 a.m....
The 15th Annual Southern Farm Days at Lake Waccamaw may have cancelled Sunday’s events, but Saturday’s beautiful weather led to big crowds enjoying all things rural and historical. The eve...
Madison Street between Clay and Webster streets in Whiteville will be blocked for several hours today (Monday) while a “widowmaker” tree is cleared. Whiteville Emergency Services Director ...
Christopher Heimnick is being held under $1.5 million secured bond on charges of arson and first degree murder. The Sheriff’s Office said Heimnick was charged after the structure...
Governor Josh Stein delivered his first state of the state address last night, surprising some by calling for a government efficiency agency similar to that put in place by President...
The weather this week is going to be perfect for celebrating spring, and events are busting out like flowers in our area. Get outside and have some fun, enjoy some...
The state anticipates resting its case against Darius Washington Thursday or Friday, District Attorney Jon David said. After four weeks of testimony, prosecutors have two more witnesses to call in...
A mission team from the Columbus Baptist Association is headed back to Nicaragua in June, and organizers are seeking donations of supplies to be handed out by the group. Hard...
A Raleigh man pled guilty this week to importing thousands of counterfeit car steering wheel airbags into the Raleigh area over the past two years. The counterfeit airbags were sold...
Three Columbus County deputies were recognized recently for saving the lives of children in three different emergencies. “These deputies went above and beyond on critical moments to protect and save...
While aerial photos of wildfires can be breathtaking, drones are a flight hazard when crews are fighting wildfires. By law, wildfires are a no-drone zone in North Carolina. N.C.G.S. §15A-300.4...
Hunters, fishermen, kayakers and other outdoors enthusiasts are in an uproar over a bill being considered by the general assembly. Senate Bill 220, titled Protect Private Property Rights, would stiffe...
If you plan to party this weekend for St. Patrick’s Day, don’t trust the luck of the Irish. The Governor’s Highway Safety Program launched the St. Patrick’s Day “Booze It...
The Wall That Heals needs volunteers during its visit to the Veterans Memorial Park, set for April 24-27. Angela Norris of the park said 200 volunteers are needed to serve...