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Charlotte Man Found Asleep in Stranger’s SUV Faces Multiple Charges

January 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A Charlotte man is facing a series of charges after Columbus County deputies say he broke into a detached garage and was found sleeping inside a vehicle early Sunday morning. According to the Columbus County […]

Today’s Carolina Weather Watch Regional Update for Wednesday January 14, 2026

January 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Welcome to the Regional Carolina Weather Watch Update for Wednesday, January 14, 2026 If you like very cold January weather, I have some good news for you! If you like a winter wonderland of snow, […]

Brunswick County Issues Freeze Warning; Residents Urged to Protect Water Systems Ahead of Jan. 15–17 Cold Snap

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Brunswick County, N.C. — Brunswick County Public Utilities has issued a freeze warning for all water customers as forecasters predict a stretch of severe winter weather from January 15–17, 2026. Officials are urging residents to […]

Five Arrested After Gunfire Report Draws Deputies to Chadbourn Home

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Five people are facing charges after a shots-fired call led deputies to a chaotic scene on Godwin Trail Saturday evening. According to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to 110 Godwin Trail around 5 […]

U.S. Postal Service Updates Postmark Policy

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A U.S. Postal Service rule that took effect December 24, 2025, may affect how postmark dates appear on mail sent from Brunswick and Columbus counties. The rule clarifies that a postmark now reflects when mail […]

Man Facing Sentencing at Courthouse Charged After Deputies Find Meth in His Pocket

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A Whiteville man appearing in court for sentencing is now facing additional charges after deputies say they found crystal meth in his pocket during processing. According to the incident report, Johnny Dakatto Jacobs, 39, of […]

Body Scanner Detects Knife Hidden on Woman During Intake at Columbus County Jail

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A woman being booked into the Columbus County Detention Center is facing additional charges after a body scanner detected a knife she allegedly attempted to smuggle into the facility. According to arrest reports, Ashley Shantell […]

Boat Crashes Into Oak Island Sporting Goods, Forcing Temporary Closure

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Oak Island Sporting Goods is temporarily closed after a boat crashed into the front of the store Saturday afternoon, causing significant damage but no injuries. Town officials said the incident happened around 1 p.m. on […]

Community Tips Lead to Arrests in Illegal Gaming Investigation

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nakina, NC — A months‑long investigation sparked by community complaints led to the seizure of illegal gaming machines and the arrest of two men at a Nakina convenience store, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s […]

Texas Roadhouse Planned for Leland Faces Delays as Plans Are Denied Again

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nearly a year after a popular national steakhouse chain announced plans to open its first Brunswick County location, construction has yet to begin. Texas Roadhouse is slated for Leland Town Center, according to a January […]

Articles by Coastal Carolina News Staff

Charlotte Man Found Asleep in Stranger’s SUV Faces Multiple Charges

Today’s Carolina Weather Watch Regional Update for Wednesday January 14, 2026

Brunswick County Issues Freeze Warning; Residents Urged to Protect Water Systems Ahead of Jan. 15–17 Cold Snap

Five Arrested After Gunfire Report Draws Deputies to Chadbourn Home

U.S. Postal Service Updates Postmark Policy

Man Facing Sentencing at Courthouse Charged After Deputies Find Meth in His Pocket

Body Scanner Detects Knife Hidden on Woman During Intake at Columbus County Jail

Boat Crashes Into Oak Island Sporting Goods, Forcing Temporary Closure

Community Tips Lead to Arrests in Illegal Gaming Investigation

Texas Roadhouse Planned for Leland Faces Delays as Plans Are Denied Again

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