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Columbus County officials will move onto an emergency footing Thursday in preparation for the winter storm forecast for the weekend. The latest accumulation estimates from the National Weather Service show slightly less ice and freezing rain for the area, but power outages and dangerous driving conditions will still be widespread. “The latest model blend shows between .2 and .4 inches of icing for Columbus County,” Meteorologist Christopher Cawley...
Warrants have been issued for a man who allegedly gave a woman a cup of bleach “to kill sperm cells.” The victim, a 20-year-old female, told deputies a man picked her up around 10 p.m. and took her to a residence where they had consensual sex, according to the report. He then gave her a cup of water which had an “unusual taste”. The man allegedly told the...
Two alleged thieves went back for a second helping and were arrested by Whiteville Police Monday. Clayton Xavier Benton, 23, and Harvey Elliot Harris, 23, were held under secured bonds. Benton was charged with felony conspiracy, felony aiding and abetting, and traffic violations. His address was listed on court documents as 203 Deer Run Estates, Whiteville. Harris was charged with two counts of breaking, entering and larceny. His...