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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
[ August 16, 2026 ] RECALL: Attic Stairway Ladders Pose Fall Hazard Business News

Columbus County Closes Out the Month With Weather Alerts, Community Events, and July 4 Preparations

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Heat, holiday planning, school meal updates, and a State Games win shaped Tuesday’s confirmed local activity. Columbus County moved into the July 4th week with a mix of weather guidance, community programming, and early holiday […]

Annual Seedling Sale Offers Native Pines and Hardwoods for Southeastern NC

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Longleaf, loblolly, and other native species popular with Brunswick and Columbus County landowners are now available through the N.C. Forest Service’s annual seedling sale. The NC Forest Service will begin accepting orders Wednesday, July 1, […]

Return of the Wild Comes to Whiteville

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Dr. Roland Kays brings his coast‑to‑coast wildlife research to the Whiteville museum July 18. Whiteville, NC — The NC Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville will host a special presentation on July 18 from 12 […]

Water Quality Advisory Issued for Columbus County Area

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

June 30, 2026 – Columbus County NC Local contractors accidentally damaged a water line serving the Columbus County Public Water Supply System in Water & Sewer District III. Crews are working to restore service to […]

City of Whiteville Temporarily Suspends Payment Processing for Fiscal Year-End

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

City offices to resume utility and tax collection at 1:00 PM tomorrow following annual financial reconciliation. WHITEVILLE, NC — Residents and business owners in the City of Whiteville should plan for a temporary adjustment to municipal […]

Coastal Carolina Counties Tighten Fire, Water, and Holiday Safety Measures as Drought Deepens

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Burn bans, Stage 2 water restrictions, and elevated July 4 fireworks risk across the region By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer Coastal Carolina counties are entering the July 4 holiday period under heightened drought‑related restrictions, […]

Ford Issues Nationwide Recall for 741,000 Vehicles Over Rollaway Risk

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Transmission defect may prevent Park from fully engaging; owners urged to check VINs and schedule free repairs Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer Ford is urging vehicle owners across the country to take immediate action after […]

NCTA Caisson Unit Honors Legacy of Deputy Damien Draper Bost in Columbus County

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

NCTA Caisson Unit Honors Legacy of Deputy Damien Draper Bost in Columbus County By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC — The North Carolina Troopers Association (NCTA) Caisson Unit performed its 127th service […]

Medicare to Begin Covering GLP‑1 Medications for Obesity Treatment July 1

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Temporary program expands access to weight‑loss drugs through Part D; $50 monthly copay By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer Medicare beneficiaries will gain new access to GLP‑1 medications prescribed solely for obesity beginning July 1, […]

Horry County Arrest Leads to NC Fugitive Hold; 29‑year‑old Columbus County Suspect

June 30, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Detention records cite possession of a stolen vehicle; additional charges expected in NC A Columbus County man is under investigation after allegedly stealing a Columbus County Sheriff’s Office vehicle and driving it across state lines […]