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Burger Battle Week Six: Cruiser’s Drive Thru
A beautiful hurricane-free Week Six is here and I have to thank the readers for pointing out that I clearly omitted Cruiser’s from the list of our Burger forward restauranteurs… for that I sincerely apologize! [Read More]
Church News
Hallsboro UMC Hosts Student Clothing Drive
Hallsboro United Methodist Church is holding an ongoing Clothes Drive to support students at Hallsboro Artesia Elementary School through its Connect Church Ministry. The goal is to ensure every child has access to clean, well-maintained clothing for all seasons. Donations [Read More]
COLUMBUS CONNECTION
Weekly Podcast: The Columbus Connection – Jess Hill of the Columbus County Agricultural Fair
On this week’s Columbus Connection, Jefferson talks with Jess Hill of the Columbus County Agricultural Fair about all the Fair activities planned for next week. This is a Columbus Connection you don’t want to miss. [Read More]
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Stein Signs Iryna’s Law, Calls for Gun Control, Mental Health Reform
More than a week after its overwhelming passage in the General Assembly, a reluctant Gov. Josh Stein signed House Bill 307, Iryna’s Law into effect today. He also declared that there would be no executions [Read More]
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Columbus County Agricultural Fair Guide
Here’s the 2025 Columbus County Agricultural Fair Book. Click on the Book to Open the Link
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CCN Trick or Treat Guide 2025
Pumpkins, and candy, and hayrides! Oh my! It’s the CCN Trick or Treat Guide for 2025. If your church or organization is having a fall festival or Halloween event, we want to know so we [Read More]
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Artesia Hot Dog and Yard Sale Friday
The Artesia Alumni Association will host a yard sale and hot dog lunch Friday starting at 11 a.m. Lunch plates are $7, and include two hot dogs, chips, and a drink. The sale will be [Read More]
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The Recipe Corner: Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce
Welcome to The Recipe Corner, your new go-to spot for simple, delicious, and stress –free goodies straight from my kitchen to your phone screen. If you have stumbled over a rock and into this portal of the cook’s [Read More]
Brews & Bites
Burger Battle Week Five: Penn’s Grill
Week Five is here and I am at Penn’s Grill to grab a cheeseburger. This is a tough job, but someone has to do it. Let’s go! Contest setup: I will be visiting or have [Read More]
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WRC: Don’t Feed (or Fear) the Bears
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) advises that black bears’ eating behavior alters in the late summer through fall. They significantly increase their food consumption to prepare for the colder months when natural food is [Read More]
Church News
Peace Fellowship Homecoming Oct. 5
Peace Fellowship Church will hold homecoming services and lunch Oct. 5. Worship starts at 11 a.m., with the meal immediately afterward in the fellowship hall. Peace is located at 5847 Red Hill Rd., Whiteville.
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The Recipe Corner: Cake Mix Cookies
Welcome to The Recipe Corner, your new go-to spot for simple, delicious, and stress –free goodies straight from my kitchen to your phone screen. If you have bounded into this land of imagination, then you may as [Read More]
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CCN Community Hero
Town of Chadbourn 🍓 Public Works Department Director, Steven Price. Steven Price working on a water tap at East 3rd Street. This happens when a customer gets a new waterline added to their home. This [Read More]
Brews & Bites
Brews and Bites: Ivey’s Cafe for Burger Battle Week 4
Week 4 of the Whiteville Burger Battle takes us to Ivey’s Cafe. This is a local fav for wings and great service…Let’s jump into their burger! Contest setup: I will be visiting the following establishments [Read More]
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Deputies Save Man in Courthouse
Quick action by deputies with the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office saved the life of a man who collapsed in the courthouse annex Tuesday. First Sergeant Mary Wilkins and Deputy Darryl Hooker were performing bailiff duties [Read More]