Brews & Bites
Burger Battle Week 7: Ray’s Grill
After a couple weeks away from the area, here is my Week Seven submission to the Burger Battle. They’re always busy and it’s hard to get a seat — Ray’s Grill over in the Belk’s [Read More]
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The Recipe Corner: Pumpkin Spice Waffles
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 stepped into this autumn wonderland of madness, then [Read More]
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The Good News – Weekend Audio 🔊 Report for October 25, 2025
The Good News — Weekend Audio 🔊 Report for October 25, 2025 (Press Play for the Audio)
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Chadbourn Trunk or Treat Today
The town of Chadbourn is hosting its Trunk or Treat today at Town Hall from 4-6 p.m. If you will be setting up for the event, organizers ask that you arrive early. Town Hall is [Read More]
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World Singing Day Set for Lake Saturday
Singers of all levels of talent and enthusiasm are welcome to join in an international celebration of song Saturday at Lake Waccamaw. The Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum Acoustic Jam Session and the Southeastern Oratorio Society [Read More]
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The Recipe Corner: Fried Apples
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 wondered into this realm of fall harvest fandom, [Read More]
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Brews & Bites
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]