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BCSO Adds New 34’ Munson Landing Craft to Marine Fleet

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Joint training highlights expanded readiness across Brunswick County waterways The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office has expanded its marine response capabilities with a new Munson 34-foot PackMan Landing Craft, now in service after months of training […]

Lawsuit Filed Against Brunswick County Schools Over Alleged Negligence in Leland Middle School Assault Case

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

By BC News Staff Writer Leland, NC –– The Brunswick County Board of Education is facing a civil lawsuit filed in Brunswick County Superior Court alleging gross negligence following reported physical and sexual assaults at […]

Automatic Selective Service Registration to Begin in December 2026

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Federal shift to automatic registration in December does not signal a return to the draft. A new federal policy will automatically register all male residents between the ages of 18 and 25 for the Selective […]

Police: Three Charged After Hazardous Waste Found at Frink Street Squatter Camp

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Three people were arrested Wednesday after Whiteville Police discovered what officers described as an extensive squatter camp containing trash, human waste, and makeshift shelters on private property. GARY POLLARD, 58; BUFFY POLLARD, 52; […]

Deputies: Shot Fired During Father–Son Fight at Lumber River Campground

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — A late‑night argument between a father and son at a Columbus County campground ended with a gunshot and an arrest, according to sheriff’s office warrants. JARED CHANCE CARTER, 29, of 2839 Coastal Shores […]

North Carolina Water Restrictions: Current Status

April 20, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

State drought deepens: Raleigh enforces restrictions, Charlotte calls for restraint Several regions in North Carolina have enacted water‑use restrictions as drought conditions deepen, with the most significant measures in the Raleigh metro area and the […]