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Columbus Regional; New Facilities to Serve a Growing Population

February 23, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Outpatient expansion in Leland and a proposed 20‑bed western facility reflect rising regional demand By BC News Staff Writer COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC — Columbus Regional Healthcare System has been the center of medical care in […]

Duke Energy’s 2024 Fuel Hike Was Illegal; Columbus County Customers Won’t See Refunds

February 22, 2026 BC News Staff 0

A state appeals court ruled the increase violated the law at the time, yet a later change in legislation shields Duke from having to return the money. By BCNews Staff Writer Columbus County, NC — […]

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Sunday February 22nd

February 22, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Brunswick County Detailed Forecast Today Showers likely before noon, then a chance of showers after 3pm. Patchy fog before 11am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 60. Light and variable wind becoming northwest 12 […]

Columbus County Arrest Report: Feb. 20–22, 2026

February 22, 2026 BC News Staff 0

The Columbus County Detention Center recorded several arrests between February 20 and February 22. Charges ranged from failure to appear and resisting an officer to domestic‑related offenses. Failure to Appear Jason Jamar Johnson, 38, was […]

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Chadbourn Town Attorney Resigns During Contentious Emergency Meeting; Tensions Boil Over Among Town Leaders

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

CHADBOURN — A chaotic emergency meeting at Chadbourn Town Hall on Saturday morning ended with the abrupt resignation of Town Attorney Mike Stephens and a heated confrontation involving Mayor Philip Britt and Councilman Danny Clewis, […]

Chadbourn Presbyterian Church Closes After More Than a Century of Worship

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

CHADBOURN — After more than 120 years serving the community, Chadbourn Presbyterian Church has closed its doors for good, marking the end of one of the town’s oldest and most recognizable congregations. The church, located […]

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Saturday February 21st

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Brunswick County Detailed Forecast Today Showers and thunderstorms before 4pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 4pm. High near 62. Calm wind becoming east 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Chance of […]

Hayes Returns to SCC as Associate Dean of Public Safety

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Southeastern Community College has welcomed back a familiar face with deep roots in Columbus County’s emergency services community. Ronnie Hayes, a Bethel native and retired fire chief, has rejoined the college as its […]

Southeastern Community College Receives $4.9 Million Federal Investment to Expand Truck Driver Training

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Southeastern Community College will move forward with major upgrades to its Truck Driver Training Program after receiving a $4.9 million federal appropriation included in H.R. 5371, legislation supported by U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis […]

Columbus County Arrest Report — Feb. 17–20, 2026

February 21, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Whiteville, NC – The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office booked numerous individuals into the detention center from February 17 to February 20, 2026. These bookings reflect arrests made by sheriff’s deputies during that period. All individuals […]

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Columbus Regional; New Facilities to Serve a Growing Population

Duke Energy’s 2024 Fuel Hike Was Illegal; Columbus County Customers Won’t See Refunds

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Sunday February 22nd

Columbus County Arrest Report: Feb. 20–22, 2026

Chadbourn Town Attorney Resigns During Contentious Emergency Meeting; Tensions Boil Over Among Town Leaders

Chadbourn Presbyterian Church Closes After More Than a Century of Worship

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Saturday February 21st

Hayes Returns to SCC as Associate Dean of Public Safety

Southeastern Community College Receives $4.9 Million Federal Investment to Expand Truck Driver Training

Columbus County Arrest Report — Feb. 17–20, 2026

‘Movies on Madison’ Returns for Summer Season in Whiteville