Hunting season is in for most waterfowl, and the Wildlife Commission is urging duck hunters to wear proper water safety equipment. Hypothermia is one of the top causes of death...
State Veterinarian Mike Martin said Friday that Santa Claus has received special clearance for his reindeer to cross North Carolina airspace during Christmas. Martin noted that the Department of Agric...
By Justin Williamson This week I am going to begin a series called: “What Are My Options” where I will be sharing the known establishments to grab a bite or...
There is no doubt that Christmas is Corey Lee’s favorite holiday. More than 50,000 Christmas lights shine bright at Leesville, as his display on New Britton Highway south of Whiteville...
A Christmas tradition for 15 years will light up the skies through January 6, 2025. Since 2009, Corey Lee’s family has decorated their home at 7020 New Britton Highway E....
Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch visited Main Street recently, bringing holiday cheer. Nearly 200 children participated in Smart Start Columbus County Partnership for Children’s (CCPC) Magic on Main ...
Guiton’s Pharmacy is changing its name and management. The landmark Whiteville Drug store is now Whiteville Family Pharmacy, under the leadership of Angela Soles. The soda counter will remain in...
Macyne Garrell contributed to this report. The Columbus Baptist Association will host Meet Me in The Alley in downtown Whiteville on Dec. 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy Christmas music, smores,...
By Justin Williamson So here I am, hungry, driving around the county. Facing the daily question of where to grab a quick bite on my way home. I’ve eaten all...
Tabor City and Whiteville had their big Christmas events last week. Winners in the Tabor City Chamber decorating contest were The Todd House, Ooh La La boutique, and Consumer’s Choice...
Last Saturday in Whiteville was all festive for the holidays with the Downtown Christmas Extravaganza. And as the darkness appeared, children of all ages lined the streets for the annual...
While her heart is broken for people in western North Carolina, Tiffany Buzzerio also wants every child in Columbus County to have something for Christmas. Her annual toy drive is...
In what has become a tradition in Hallsboro, Santa Claus will visit one of the county’s oldest businesses for some holiday cheer Saturday (Dec. 14). Pierce and Co. in Hallsboro...
Whiteville’s 2024 Christmas Celebration – Photo Gallery by Christopher Cawley Full Parade Video will be Posted Tuesday Morning (click on each photo to enlarge) ...
On Thursday Tabor City had their annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Tabor City. Columbus County News Account Executive Misty Cribb was on hand to bring us all the action. You...
Boondocks Adventure Farm’s “Christmas in the Boondocks” made its seasonal debut over the weekend in Nakina. It’s a one-of-a-kind Holiday Lights and Entertainment Show that tak...