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Local COVID-19 recoveries at 938, death toll at 52

September 3, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Local COVID-19 recoveries at 938, death toll at 52

One additional death from COVID-19 has been reported in Columbus County, increasing the total to 52. The Columbus County Health Department released its twice-weekly report today. Spokesman Daniel Buck said the latest patient to die [Read More]

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Whiteville Firefighters will ‘fill the boot’ Friday

September 1, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Whiteville Firefighters will ‘fill the boot’ Friday

If you see firefighters around the courthouse Friday, don’t be alarmed. The Whiteville Firefighters Association will be holding its Fill the Boot campaign from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Proceeds from the event go to [Read More]

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Toy Store is fast approaching

September 1, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Toy Store is fast approaching

By Rev. Dave Heller Preparations have been underway since May and continue.  While it may seem like a long time until Christmas, the elves working at the Columbus Baptist Association are continuing to prepare for the [Read More]

Sally Mann, Ann Rockwell and Diane Soles talk about Soles' plans for a new home.
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Class of 74 helps alumni in need

August 31, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Class of 74 helps alumni in need

Diane Pratt Soles lost her home to fire on Aug. 3, but her best friend and fellow classmates from Whiteville High stepped up Saturday to help her get a fresh start. Like many in Southeastern [Read More]

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WHS alumni step up for classmate who lost home

August 26, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on WHS alumni step up for classmate who lost home

An Elizabethtown with roots in Columbus lost her home to fire Aug. 3 is getting some help from her high school class mates. Diane Pratt Soles lost power in her home near the Elizabethtown Highway [Read More]

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Emergency preparations: Prepping for your pets

August 26, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Emergency preparations: Prepping for your pets

Every pay period, (based on a two-week pay period) we are suggesting items to pick up for your emergency kit in the event of a hurricane. By now you should have your water-tight tote. As [Read More]

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She ain’t like that no more

August 25, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on She ain’t like that no more

She looked far healthier than when I saw her the first time, or later when I saw her photo, wearing a yellow smock on my daily jail report. She made the perfect image of a [Read More]

Good lights can make a big difference in safety and morale during an emergency.
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Emergency preparations: seeing the light

August 20, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Emergency preparations: seeing the light

Every pay period, (based on a two-week pay period) we are suggesting items to pick up for your emergency kit in the event of a hurricane. By now you should have your water-tight tote. As [Read More]

Angie Fowler cuts the ribbon officially opening Down South Home and Decor and Gifts last week. (Ben Proctor photo)
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Tabor City business grew out of sad time

August 18, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Tabor City business grew out of sad time

Angie Fowler credits her husband with helping her start Down South Home Décor and Gifts. The Fowlers were mourning the loss of their son, Mrs. Fowler said, and her husband wanted her to find something [Read More]

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Football off til February

August 12, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Football off til February

The score is COVID-19 1, High School Sports 0, but the game isn’t over yet. High school football will not be played until February, according to a decision handed down by the NC High School [Read More]

Your emergency food supply doesn't have to be boring.
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Weekly preparedness planning: food

August 11, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Weekly preparedness planning: food

  Every pay period, (based on a two-week pay period) we are suggesting items to pick up for your emergency kit in the event of a hurricane. By now you should have your water-tight tote. [Read More]

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When God messes up your plans

August 10, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on When God messes up your plans

Rev. Dave Heller Isaiah 55:8-9: For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher [Read More]

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What does an unplanned career transition mean for you?

August 10, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on What does an unplanned career transition mean for you?

Jamille Gore Your Edward Jones financial adviser 117 W. Main St., Downtown Whiteville910.642.2820 The COVID-19 pandemic has unsettled the country’s employment picture for months and will likely continue to do so for a while. However, [Read More]

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‘It wasn’t a big deal’

August 7, 2020 Jefferson Weaver 2

CCSO sergeant saves Lake resident during Isaias Sgt. John Cobbs is known for being a modest man – so much so, he didn’t tell his supervisor about saving an 86-year-old man’s life during Hurricane Isaias. [Read More]

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Bass tourney Saturday to benefit ALS patient

August 6, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Bass tourney Saturday to benefit ALS patient

A fishing competition Saturday will benefit a well-known local man fighting ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Proceeds from the bass tournament go to help with to medical equipment and expenses for Barry Hammond. Registration and launch [Read More]

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Park has busy few weeks ahead

August 5, 2020 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Park has busy few weeks ahead

The Veterans Park of America has a busy few weeks coming up, with events and fundraisers to support the park.  Aug. 7 Field of Flags Sept. 11, 17, 18, 27  Field of Flags Oct. 2 Pork [Read More]

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