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[ April 19, 2026 ] TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Sunday April 19th Brunswick County
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[ April 18, 2026 ] New Urgent Care Pet Facility Set to Open in Leland Town Center Brunswick County
[ April 18, 2026 ] County Commissioners to Weigh Alcohol Referendum, Sales Tax Measure, Airport Grant at Monday Meeting Columbus County
[ April 18, 2026 ] County to Consider $164,000 Boost for Senior Meal Programs Columbus County

County Commissioners to Weigh Alcohol Referendum, Sales Tax Measure, Airport Grant at Monday Meeting

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Columbus County commissioners will take up a packed agenda Monday night that includes two potential ballot referendums, major funding decisions, and multiple settlement agreements involving opioids and PFAS contamination. The board meets at […]

County to Consider $164,000 Boost for Senior Meal Programs

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Columbus County’s senior nutrition programs could receive a major funding increase next year as commissioners prepare to vote Monday on a $164,000 budget amendment to support congregate and home‑delivered meals. The request comes […]

Brunswick County Board of Commissioners to Discuss School Bonds, Fire Fees

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, April 20, at 6:00 p.m. in the Sandifer Administration Building to address several high-stakes administrative items. A primary focus of the session involves the formal introduction […]

Brunswick County Tax Office Offers Free Spring Outreach Events for Property Owners

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Helping residents navigate exemptions, appeals, listings, and delinquent tax questions across four county locations this April and May. Brunswick County, NC — The Brunswick County Tax Office is rolling out a series of free taxpayer […]

Urgent Alert: Nearly 1.4 Million Ford Pickups Recalled for Sudden Speed Drops

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Faulty sensors in 2015–2017 F-150 models can trigger dangerous transmission downshifts at highway speed By BC News Staff Writer Safety officials and automotive experts are issuing an urgent alert to truck owners across the coastal […]

County to Accept State Aviation Grant for Airport Improvements

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Columbus County is set to receive more than $70,000 in state aviation funding to support improvements at the Columbus County Municipal Airport, pending approval by commissioners at Monday night’s meeting. County Manager Eddie […]

Commissioners to Consider Countywide Alcohol Referendum for November Ballot

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Columbus County commissioners on Monday will decide whether voters should have the final say on expanding alcohol sales across the county, marking the first major step toward a countywide referendum that could reshape […]

Trump Expedites Psychedelic Research Targeting Veteran Mental Health and Addiction

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Federal Action Earmarks Millions for Ibogaine Studies and Streamlines FDA Review for Breakthrough Therapies By BC News Staff Writer Washington DC — President Donald Trump signed a landmark executive order on Saturday, April 18, 2026, […]

High Point St. Beach Access Closed Until May 1, 2026

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Steps temporarily removed during East 1st Street paving work. Ocean Isle Beach, NC — The Town of Ocean Isle Beach has closed the High Point Street Beach Access until May 1, 2026, as crews begin […]

City of Whiteville Leaf and Limb Pickup Update

April 18, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Spring reminder for residents inside city limits WHITEVILLE, NC — With spring in full swing, the City of Whiteville is reminding residents inside the city limits that leaf and limb pickup is available five days […]