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[ June 12, 2026 ] Southport Police Department Launches “We Care” Calling Program Brunswick County
[ June 12, 2026 ] What North Carolina Consumers Should Know About Credit‑Card Surcharges Brunswick County
[ June 12, 2026 ] HCFR Earns Sixth Consecutive Fire Safe SC Designation Crime & Public Safety
[ June 12, 2026 ] Horry County Emergency Management Hosting Hurricane Preparedness & Public Safety Event on June 16 Crime & Public Safety
[ June 12, 2026 ] HCPD Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Shoplifting Suspect Crime & Public Safety

Government

FDA Weighs New Requirements for In‑Home Opioid Disposal

March 5, 2026 BC News Staff 1

Agency seeks public comment on expanding safe‑disposal options as part of the Great American Recovery initiative The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is requesting public input on whether opioid manufacturers should be required to provide […]

Medications That May Put Seniors at Risk in Our Region

March 4, 2026 BC News Staff 0

As southeastern North Carolina’s senior population grows, experts warn that some common drugs can increase fall risk, confusion, and dangerous interactions. As southeastern North Carolina continues to attract retirees to communities like St. James, Leland, […]

Joint Pain Holding You Back? Columbus Regional Can Help

March 4, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Orthopedic specialists explain the full hip and knee replacement process in a free March session By BC News Staff Writer Columbus Regional Healthcare System will hold its next Joint Camp on Tuesday, March 24 at […]

RECALL: Savannah Bee Company Honey BBQ Sauce

March 4, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Mislabeled bottles may contain Honey BBQ Sauce–Sweet, which includes undeclared allergens Savannah Bee Company has issued a nationwide recall of its Honey BBQ Sauce–Mustard after discovering that some bottles were mistakenly filled with the Honey […]

Take Charge of Your Health: Mobile Mammography Coming to Ocean Isle Beach

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center Brings Life-Saving 3D Imaging Directly to the Coast This March Ocean Isle Beach, NC — Early detection remains the most effective defense in the fight against cancer, and this spring, […]

Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate Beach Primary Care and Wellness

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Community invited to welcome a new healthcare provider to Supply on March 12 Supply, NC — Beach Primary Care and Wellness will celebrate its official Ribbon Cutting on March 12 at 4:00 p.m at 863 […]

Columbus Regional in Whiteville Highlights Colon Cancer Awareness Month

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Early detection saves lives, but screening rates remain too low Whiteville, NC — Columbus Regional Healthcare is calling on all adults age 45 and older to make colon cancer screening a priority during Colon Cancer […]

FREE Food-Give-Away This Thursday at the Columbus County Health Department

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Residents invited to pick up free food and connect with Health Department staff. Whiteville, NC — A free community food give away will take place this Thursday, March 5, at 11:00 a.m. at the Columbus […]

As Caregiving Grows Across the Carolinas, Local Families Ask: Can We Be Paid for This?

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

As more Brunswick and Columbus County residents’ step into full‑time caregiving roles, families are seeking clarity on eligibility, support, and how both North and South Carolina handle caregiver pay. By BC News Staff Writer Across […]

Health News

RECALL: Public Health Alert for Misbranded Beef Jerky

March 3, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Undeclared soy in ready‑to‑eat jerky products prompts a nationwide safety warning for consumers The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a nationwide public health alert for several ready‑to‑eat beef jerky […]