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11/02/2024

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11/02/2024

Here’s a rundown of the schedule for the 2024 Pecan Music Festival in Downtown Whiteville:

Here’s a rundown of the schedule for the 2024 Pecan Music Festival in Downtown Whiteville: Excerpt from Columbus Daily News on WVOE 1590AM. 11/01/2024

11/01/2024

COMMUNITY SOAPBOX: County Commissioners are to discuss restrictions on V**e Shops at their Monday board meeting. Do you think the county should implement tighter restrictions on these businesses?

COMMUNITY SOAPBOX: What’s your thoughts? County Commissioners are to discuss restrictions on V**e Shops at their Monday board meeting. Do you think the county should implement tighter restric…

10/31/2024

YOUR local Columbus Daily headlines twice a day at noon and 4:30pm! Only on WVOE1590AM

10/29/2024

Jerrod Mustaf, a former All-ACC big man at Maryland and the No. 17 overall draft pick of the New York Knicks, died Monday at the age of 55.

Jerrod Mustaf, a former All-ACC big man at Maryland and the No. 17 overall draft pick of the New York Knicks, died Monday at the age of 55. He played four NBA seasons in total, one for the Knicks a…

10/28/2024

DEVELOPING STORY: Fredrick Smith Charged with Murder in North Whiteville Shooting

A man has been charged in a North Whiteville shooting that took place Saturday. Frederick Smith, 71, has been charged with murder and is currently held at the Columbus County Jail. The woman killed…

10/28/2024

Over 11,600 people in Columbus County have voted early as of Monday. News4Whiteville.com

10/25/2024

Wally Dean Whaley, 61, of Tabor City was arrested after attempting to abscond to another state to avoid an arrest warrant for statutory r**e of a child.

Wally Dean Whaley, 61, of Tabor City was arrested after attempting to abscond to another state to avoid an arrest warrant for statutory r**e of a child. According to the warrant, Whaley allegedly r…

10/15/2024

As a part of a larger project that changes how Lake Waccamaw and U.S. Highway 74/76 connect, town government has announced the following traffic pattern change:

As a part of a larger project that changes how Lake Waccamaw and Highway 74/76 connect, town government has announced the following traffic pattern change: “NCDOT has opened the overpass on C…

10/07/2024

Columbus Daily News has learned through Lieutenant Governor and Republican Candidate for Governor Mark Robinson’s campaign that he will visit Whiteville Tuesday.
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Columbus Daily News has learned through Lieutenant Governor and Republican Governatorial Candidate Mark Robinson’s campaign that he will visit Whiteville Tuesday at Dale’s Seafood. Camp…

10/06/2024

Brunswick Mayor Jason Elleby debunked claims in an online post by that immigrants had been dropped off in the town.

Brunswick Mayor Jason Elleby debunked claims in an online post by Facebook user Andy Powell that immigrants had been dropped off in the town. The Facebook video showed a man recording people walkin…

10/05/2024

WVOE 1590 AM, a radio station in Chadbourn, held its annual Fish Fry Sale on Saturday. We met up with some of the folks involved with the historical radio station to talk about the event, the station’s history, and how folks can help keep the station on air.

WVOE 1590 AM, a radio station in Chadbourn, held its annual Fish Fry Sale on Saturday, we met up with some of the folks involved with the historical radio station to talk about the event, the stati…

10/04/2024

CCSO released a public service announcement Friday warning county residents of a Jury Duty Scam that’s circulating in the county. The scammers claim you missed jury duty and demand money via gift cards, wire transfers, and prepaid debit cards.

CCSO released a public service announcement Friday warning county residents of a Jury Duty Scam that’s circulating in the county. The scammers claim you missed jury duty and demand money via …

10/04/2024

Sports Gallery [HS Soccer] East Columbus vs East Bladen 10/3/24

Photos by: Aurianah Nye

10/03/2024

Revisiting: Harrington Ward Forms Gospel Choir at ECJSHS
Originally Published: September 26, 2023

Originally Published: September 26, 2023 Harrington Ward, a teacher assistant and ISS coordinator at East Columbus Jr./Sr. High School, forms a gospel choir with students. He is well-known in his c…

10/02/2024

URGENT NEED: Bar Oil for Chainsaws!
And mixed gas 50:1 (in the premade cans so easy to transport )

AVERY COUNTY: the destination for many of these supplies, has requested BENADRYL, CLARITIN, ALLEGRA, ZYRTEC, XYZAL…. Chewable, liquid, cream, and tablet forms.
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Updates from Jordan Rees of RHPC

10/01/2024

Columbus Daily News is partnering with Red Hill Pentecostal Church to collect donations for our neighbors in Western North Carolina who have been affected by the recent events. Your support can make a difference!

**Donation Details:**
- **Date & Time:** Donations accepted from 2-7 PM, Monday - Friday.
- **Location:** 1383 Byrdville Freeman Rd, Delco NC.

**Accepted Items:**
See Flyer for details.

**Urgent Needs:**
- Batteries
- Pre-mixed baby formula
- Room temperature protein drinks

Let's come together to support our friends, neighbors, and families in WNC in this time of need. Every little bit helps!
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Columbus Daily
Red Hill Pentecostal

09/30/2024

Learn how to help at: News4Whiteville.com

09/30/2024

Still over 400,000 without power in NC.
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09/29/2024

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09/29/2024

Watch the full length Columbus County school board debate:

A forum will be held September 26th for school board candidates for Columbus County Schools and Whiteville City Schools.Commissioner Jason Elleby said in a F...

09/28/2024

WFD is looking for the community's help in supporting Western NC after mass flooding and damage from the storm. Visit our website and click on the image to learn how to help! News4Whiteville.com
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The Whiteville Police Department and the Whiteville Fire Department will be receiving donations for the counties in Western NC so devastated by Hurricane Helene. Items will be accepted at Whiteville Fire Department (120 E Columbus St) until further notice. We will be making multiple trips if necessary. We would like to have our first shipment on the road by the end of this week. These counties are hurting terribly, and what you see on the news doesn’t begin to do it justice. Please help give to this cause if you are able to do so. Acceptable items include:
◦ Bottled Water
◦ Gatorade/Powerade
◦ Non-perishable can goods/foods
◦ Toiletry items (ie. toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, soap, toilet tissue)
◦ All package clothing such as t-shirts, boxers/underwear, socks. (Please no used or loose clothing as it will not be accepted)

Additional Drop Off Locations:

Tabor City Fire Department - 113 W 4th St, Tabor City NC 28463
Fair Bluff Fire and Rescue - 152 Main St, Fair Bluff NC 28439

09/27/2024

Columbus Daily caught up with school board candidates Grice, Long, Squires, and Rouce at Thursday's School Board Forum for Columbus County Schools and Whiteville City Schools.
More at News4Whiteville.com

09/27/2024

Full report on School Board forum and video interviews with candidates Long, Grice, Rouse and Squires out tomorrow on our Facebook and website News4Whiteville.com