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[ August 16, 2026 ] As Search for Missing Forestbrook Woman Continues, Investigators Trace Husband’s Carolinas Travel Crime & Public Safety
[ August 16, 2026 ] Felony DUI Suspect Arrested After Hit‑and‑Run That Injured Two Pedestrians Crime & Public Safety
[ August 16, 2026 ] Strong Storm Over Makatoka Prompts Special Weather Statement Brunswick County
[ August 16, 2026 ] IT’S A JUNGLE PET RESCUE CASE: How a Home‑Based Cat Nonprofit Ended up in Court Brunswick County
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North Carolina to Introduce Optional Mobile ID in December 2026

August 16, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A secure digital version of the NC driver license will be available ahead of holiday travel. By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer North Carolina — The plan to launch a new mobile ID program will […]

Two Patients Transported After Collision at New Britton Highway and Ward Town Road

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nakina, NC — Emergency crews responded Friday morning after a two‑vehicle collision at the intersection of New Britton Highway East and Ward Town Road North. Columbus County 911 Communications dispatched units at 10:37 a.m. for […]

Shootout Shakes Ward Street; Both Suspects Held Without Bond

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE, NC — Two men are being held under no bond after an exchange of gunfire on Ward Street early Friday evening. Multiple shots were heard in the area just before officers arrived at approximately […]

From Airports to Apps, Tracking Is Everywhere; But Flock Cameras Change the Equation

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Flock’s role in a multi‑county search underscores its power — and why privacy advocates say movement‑tracking deserves closer scrutiny. As communities across the Carolinas continue debating the role of Flock Safety’s license‑plate cameras, one question […]

Sheriff’s Deputies Investigating EBT Card Fraud in Bolton Community

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

BOLTON, N.C. — Columbus County Sheriff’s deputies have launched a fraud investigation after a Bolton resident reported her Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card stolen and compromised. Deputy Daniel Miesieski responded to a residence on Green […]

Behind the Screen: How Area Students Use Snapchat’s Live Tracking and Disappearing Messages

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer For middle and high schoolers across Horry, Brunswick, and Columbus counties, Snapchat is no longer just an app—it is the main town square where daily social life happens. It […]

Georgia Driver Charged with DWI and Underage Drinking on Highway Patrol Stop

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE, N.C. — An 18-year-old driver from Georgia faces impaired driving charges following a traffic stop by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol Thursday night. Troopers conducted the stop around 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 13. […]

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Saturday August 15th

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

HEAT ADVISORY URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wilmington NC 7:37 PM EDT Fri Aug 14 2026 Columbus-Inland Brunswick-Coastal Brunswick-Coastal Horry- -Central Horry-Northern Horry Counties. Including the cities of Long Beach, Socastee, Garden City, […]

Consecutive Domestic Disturbance Calls on Pine Log Road Result in Mutual Arrests

August 15, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE, N.C. — A late-night domestic dispute at a Whiteville residence resulted in charges for two household members following an investigation by Columbus County deputies. Deputy Da’Norie Mack responded to 2229 Pine Log Road at […]

Whiteville Man Facing Weapons, Drug, and Hazardous Littering Charges Following Search

August 14, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

CHADBOURN, N.C. — A Whiteville man was taken into custody late Thursday evening following a multi-offense investigation on Peacock Road that yielded two handguns, ammunition, and multiple controlled substances. Detective William D. Holden of the […]