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The 23rd Annual MVRA Toy Run is Saturday. (file)
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Toy run to rumble through Columbus Saturday

November 30, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Toy run to rumble through Columbus Saturday

  This Saturday is the Military Veteran Riders Association’s 23rd annual Columbus County Toy Run.  The turnout is expected to be better than in past years, with pleasant weather and great times awaiting all riders. The ride starts and ends in the [Read More]

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Whiteville Youth Basketball signups thru Dec. 3

November 30, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Whiteville Youth Basketball signups thru Dec. 3

Registration for the Whiteville Parks and Recreation Winter Youth Basketball League is going on through Dec. 3.  The league is for ages 5-16, and you can register in person at City Hall, 317 S. Madison Street [Read More]

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Families First seeks Christmas sponsors

November 26, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Families First seeks Christmas sponsors

  Families First, Inc is committed to serving victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Columbus and Bladen counties, but they also serve the children of survivors. Christmas is no exception.  Families First is [Read More]

India Burgos will celebrate her birthday Nov. 26.
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Happy birthday to India Burgos

November 24, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Happy birthday to India Burgos

Happy birthday to our strength and loved one. You are a loving wife and mother. You are there for us always, no matter what. We want to say how much we love you. Happy Birthday!  [Read More]

The Blackwater Band provided music for Saturday's fundraiser dinner for the veterans park. (Sammy Hinson photo)
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WWII Veteran serenades dinner guests

November 23, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on WWII Veteran serenades dinner guests

Submitted by Sammy Hinson Guests at Saturday’s Veterans Memorial Park dinner were expecting music with their meal, but they got a special surprise. Samuel Linden, 97, a veteran of World War II, sang God Bless [Read More]

A participant gets ready to go during the treeing contest Saturday.
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Youth coon hunt returns to Hallsboro

November 22, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Youth coon hunt returns to Hallsboro

After being cancelled by COVID-19 last year, the annual AKC Youth Coon Hunt Challenge was back in full swing Saturday at the Old 74 Fox Preserve in Hallsboro. Sponsored by the Columbus, Coastal and Twin [Read More]

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The Good News Nov. 20-26

November 19, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on The Good News Nov. 20-26

  Thursday may be turkey day, but Christmas is closing in on Columbus County in a big way. From the western end to the eastern side, everyone is getting in on the holiday spirit with [Read More]

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Crystal Faircloth • Crabapples, fig trees, and me

November 19, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Crystal Faircloth • Crabapples, fig trees, and me

  I was born in the South, and raised as country as fried chicken.  Like any typical southern child, I had the overwhelming need to pluck fruit from trees and bushes, and put said fruit [Read More]

A member of the Waccamaw Siouan tribe in full regalia at Saturday's program.
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Waccamaw Siouan tribe visits Science Museum

November 15, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Waccamaw Siouan tribe visits Science Museum

Members of the Waccamaw Siouan tribe brought color and culture to downtown Whiteville Saturday with a special program. The event showcased both the tribe’s history and modern programs the group promotes through the Tribal Center [Read More]

Among the upcoming events is the return of the Youth coonhound Challenge at Hallsboro.
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The Good News for Nov. 13-19

November 12, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on The Good News for Nov. 13-19

  Thanksgiving is just around the corner and Columbus County is absolutely ready for the holidays this year. Covid-19 may have put many things on the back burner in 2020, but the area is going [Read More]

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Veterans Day services Thursday

November 10, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Veterans Day services Thursday

Two services honoring veterans will be held in Columbus County tomorrow (Thursday) as part of Veterans Day observances. At 9 a.m., the Veterans Memorial Park will host a special service honoring service members and commemorating [Read More]

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Whiteville Christmas Parade Dec. 5

November 8, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Whiteville Christmas Parade Dec. 5

The Whiteville Christmas Parade is on for Dec. 5. Peace Baptist Church took over management of the parade several years ago, when it was in danger of being cancelled. After last year’s parade was a [Read More]

Members of the Waccamaw Siouan tribe will host a program with the Museum of Natural History in Whiteville Nov. 13.
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Tribe to share heritage, history and more at museum

November 3, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Tribe to share heritage, history and more at museum

The Waccamaw Siouan Powwow may have been cancelled the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but that is not stopping a great community of indigenous people from celebrating their heritage.   November is American [Read More]

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The Good News for Oct. 30-Nov. 6

October 29, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on The Good News for Oct. 30-Nov. 6

Trick-or-treaters are heading out to collect some goodies in Columbus County this weekend, and they will not be disappointed. This year there are opportunities all weekend long to give those costumes some wear and tear. [Read More]

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Upcoming turkey shoots

October 27, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Upcoming turkey shoots

• Abundant Life Assembly of God will be holding their annual turkey shoot every Friday and Saturday night throughout the month of November at 6:30 p.m. There will be special rounds for children and ladies. [Read More]

Christy Harrelson with some of her decorations, waiting for early trick or treaters.
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Lake resident won’t let surgery stop Halloween

October 26, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Lake resident won’t let surgery stop Halloween

  Christy Harrelson is an energetic mother and grandmother who absolutely loves Halloween.  Her home, located at 1905 Lakewood Avenue in Lake Waccamaw, is decorated with pumpkins, hay, cobwebs, and even a clown or two [Read More]

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