January 2026 - BC NEWS & DOLLAR-SAVER

Red Cross Blood Drives Scheduled Across Columbus County

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Multiple opportunities to donate in early 2026 COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC — The American Red Cross has scheduled several blood drives across Columbus County for this winter and spring, offering residents multiple opportunities to donate and […]

Brunswick County Declares State of Emergency

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Brunswick County Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm GiannaNo curfews in effect as officials activate resources and monitor storm impacts MEDIA RELEASE BOLIVIA, NC – Brunswick County Chairman Mike Forte has issued a […]

Columbus County

CHADBOURN ISSUES STATE OF EMERGENCY; STRICT CURFEW IN EFFECT

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

CHADBOURN, NC — January 31, 2026. Town officials have declared a state of emergency as this winter storm intensifies, placing a strict, mandatory curfew on all residents. The curfew prohibits public travel and outdoor activity […]

Bolivia Schedules Public Hearings on Zoning and Ordinance Changes

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Public Hearings on Zoning and Ordinance Changes Bolivia, NC –The Town of Bolivia Board of Aldermen will convene a series of public hearings on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be […]

Thelma Richardson

January 31, 2026 Martin 0

Thelma Richardson, age 89, went to be with the Lord on January 28, 2026, in Raleigh, NC, where she had been residing with her son and daughter-in-law. She was born in Columbus County, NC on […]

Geraldine C. “Geri” Reid

January 31, 2026 Martin 0

Geraldine C. “Geri” Reid, age 78, of Fair Bluff, NC, died Thursday, January 22, 2026, at McLeod Health Loris, Loris, SC. Born May 31, 1947, in Bronx, NY, Geri was the daughter of the late […]

Whiteville’s New Sun‑Do Travel Plaza Ready to Go 24/7

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Expanded hours roll out as the plaza prepares for its February grand opening. By BC News Staff Writer 125 Union Valley Rd, Whiteville, NC 28472 Located off Exit 238 on U.S. Highway 74 The Sun‑Do […]

Barbara Ann Lalonde

January 31, 2026 Martin 0

Barbara A. Lalonde, age 73, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, at the Brookstone Living Center. Born on May 30, 1952, in Brooklyn, NY, Barbara was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. […]

North Whiteville VFD Urges Residents to Stay Off Roads as Winter Storm Begins

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

First responders urge caution as snow begins to impact the region. NORTH WHITEVILLE, NC — The North Whiteville Volunteer Fire Department is urging residents to stay off the roads as the first wave of a developing […]

Brunswick County

UPDATED: Christian Recovery Centers Warming Facilities now open 24/7

January 31, 2026 BC News Staff 0

UPDATE: CRCI has extended its warming facilities to 24 hours providing space for individuals and families to seek shelter and services throughout the day and overnight. Please call for transportation needs: 910‑287‑HELP (4357) —- Brunswick […]