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Contempt Charge Earns Three Days

September 11, 2026

Talking during court – and laughing at a bailiff—earned a woman three days in jail Thursday. Tara Nicole Nobles, 34, was appearing in district court on traffic violations, according to court documents. Susan Blair Rabon, 37, is facing drug charges. The citation chows that both was warned repeatedly not to talk while court was in session. When approached by a deputy with a final warning, the citation said,...

Wellness Health Fair Today

September 11, 2026

Local first responders and medical professionals are joining forces today to commemorate the events of 9/11, and promote healthier lifestyles for both public safety personnel and the general public. Whiteville Police and Fire, the sheriff’s office and the Highway Patrol with Columbus Regional’s Donayre Cancer Center to host the event from 1-4 p.m. at Vineland Station. There will be Kona ice, giveaways, educational booths, health screenings and information...

Mary Frances Long

September 10, 2026

The driver of the Jeep Liberty that struck and killed a beloved Crusoe woman has been charged with driving while impaired. Mary Frances Long, 53, died after her 2023 Nissan Rogue was hit head-on by a Jeep Liberty driven by Charlotte Milligan of Ash, according to the Highway Patrol. Milligan, 54, was traveling west on N.C. 130 in the Ash community when her vehicle crossed the centerline and...

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