Investigators are still running down leads in the September disappearance of a Whiteville-area man. Williams “Barry” Freedman, 62, was last seen Sept. 23 in the 1200 block of Jordan Road. The sheriff’s office issued a press releas…
A Whiteville whitetail deer is free and clear after some help from firefighters this morning. Whiteville Emergency Services Director Hal Lowder said emergency crews were called to a Fuller Street home this morning (Wednesday) afte…
SALEMBURG–Number two seed East Columbus defeated three seed North Duplin 3-1 to advance to the championship game against top seed East Bladen. The Gators (13-5) will face the Eagles today (Wednesday) for the championship. Ea…
Fall activities have officially begun in Columbus County this week. The fair is in town, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Halloween is on the horizon. Be sure to check back in each and every week so you don’t mi…
Columbus County News Weather Update for Wednesday October 14, 2026. This weather update is sponsored by Freedom Insurance of Whiteville. Trust Freedom Insurance to give you clear blue skies when it comes to home, car, boat, or wha…
Kenneth Bernard Wooten will spend the next 30 years in prison for shooting and killing a man in 2023. Wooten, 35, was found guilty of second degree murder in Columbus County Superior Court today (Oct. 13). Chief Resident Superior …