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A well-known Whiteville firefighter will be honored Saturday with a fundraising ride. Michael Stanley died May 11 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash in Brunswick County. He was a popular member of fire departments in both Whiteville and New Hanover County, and lived in Whiteville. Stanley loved traveling, especially on his motorcycle, and Saturday’s tribute to him will give participants a chance to spend...
State officials ask that anyone receiving unsolicited packages of seeds contact the Department of Agriculture. Odd packages of unknown seeds are turning up across North Carolina and the country, according to the N.C. Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The seeds are mailed from China, and state officials suspect they are possibly a pathway for invasive species, according to the NCDA. Numerous people who have received the seeds,...
Whiteville Police are investigating a possible case of gang-related graffiti on two local churches. Police reports show that someone spray painted the words “Low” and “Foe” as well as other markings on the walls of Engage New Life church and Facts of Life Church. The churches are located on Madison and Lee streets. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call 642.5111.