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Thanks to an anonymous donor, students in the county and city schools will soon see a new officer walking the halls. Xena, a German shepherd currently being trained to find contraband, was donated to the sheriff’s office by a teacher, according to the sheriff’s office. When she graduates QRF Solutions K9, Zena will be trained in detecting guns, marijuana, THC, nicotine and vape products, and other items prohibited...
The suspect in a Tabor City structure fire now faces additional charges after he allegedly attacked a Columbus County Detention Office. James Rico Gore, 54, was charged with assault on a law enforcement officer and returned to custody at the jail, according to arrest records. His address was listed as 212 Pete Circle. Gore was being held under $1 million bond on charges of attempted first...
After 30 years of service in Brunswick County, it has been announced that town of Shallotte Police Chief Adam Stanley will retire from his position early in 2026. Stanley, who is a Shallotte native, took on the role as Police Chief in 2022. Stanley has also served as an Alderman from 2015 to 2022 when he was hired as Chief. Stanley’s future plans include pursuing other opportunities...