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[ June 15, 2026 ] Stolen Motorcycle in Green Swamp – Brunswick County Brunswick County
[ June 15, 2026 ] CCSO Seeks Public’s Help; Dollar General Larceny Columbus County
[ June 15, 2026 ] Freedom & Fellowship Juneteenth Celebration Set for Friday in Whiteville Columbus County
[ June 15, 2026 ] KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD – What Do You Think Makes God the Best Father of All? Church News
[ June 15, 2026 ] South Carolina Motorcyclist Killed in Single‑Vehicle Crash Near Tabor City Columbus County

CMS Star Ratings Show Sharp Quality Differences

May 15, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Federal ratings place Dosher, Brunswick Medical Center and Grand Strand near the top of the region, while Columbus Regional and Conway Medical Center remain in the lowest tiers. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services […]

Columbus Regional Healthcare to Host Community Open House June 9

May 14, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Advanced Primary Care invites residents for free screenings, food, and provider meet‑and‑greet WHITEVILLE, NC — Columbus Regional Healthcare System’s Advanced Primary Care will open its doors to the community on Tuesday, June 9, offering residents […]

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UNC Health Pushes for New Wilmington Hospital; Growth Outpaces Capacity Across New Hanover and Northern Brunswick

May 13, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Proposed 17th Street campus would bring long‑awaited competition, expanded specialty care, and relief for fast‑growing communities on both sides of the river Wilmington, NC — UNC Health’s plan to build a new community hospital in […]

FDA RECALL: MG217 Eczema Cream for Bacterial Contamination

May 12, 2026 BC News Staff 0

One lot found contaminated with Staphylococcus aureus; sold nationwide FDA RECALL: Pharmacal has recalled one lot of its MG217 Multi-symptom Treatment Cream & Skin Protectant Eczema Cream after testing found contamination with Staphylococcus aureus. The […]

Whiteville Releases 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report

May 10, 2026 BC News Staff 0

City reports no violations and stable results across lead, copper, and disinfection byproducts. Whiteville, NC — The City of Whiteville recently published its 2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, confirming the system met all state and […]

SNAP Rule Changes Raise Concerns Across Columbus County as USDA Tightens Retailer Standards

May 10, 2026 BC News Staff 0

New federal rules require stores to carry more real food, reshaping how SNAP works from Tabor City to the Delco–Riegelwood line. Columbus County, NC — SNAP benefits help many Columbus County families stretch their food […]

FDA RECALL: Albright’s Raw Pet Food Recalls Chicken Dog Food

May 9, 2026 BC News Staff 0

The recalled 1-pound frozen bricks were shipped nationwide, including to retailers and consumers in North Carolina. FDA RECALL: Albright’s Raw Pet Food has issued a voluntary recall for one lot of its Chicken Recipe for […]

FDA RECALL: My Wife’s Slaw Recalls Coleslaw Sold Online; Without Inspection

May 9, 2026 BC News Staff 0

My Wife’s Slaw Recalls Coleslaw Sold Online Due to Production Without Inspection, the Original and Jalapeno Heat flavors were distributed nationwide, including to North Carolina customers. FDA RECALL: My Wife’s Slaw, based in Zanesville, Ohio, […]

What to Know About the Andes Hantavirus Strain Amid International Outbreak

May 9, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Novant Health specialist explains risks, symptoms, and precautions for Carolinas residents By BC News Staff North Carolina — Recent headlines about an international outbreak involving the Andes strain of Hantavirus have raised understandable questions about […]

Columbus County Health Department Celebrates Heather Jones’ Academic Achievement

May 9, 2026 BC News Staff 0

Health Educator earns Master’s in Healthcare Administration from UNCW Whiteville, NC — The Columbus County Health Department is recognizing Health Educator Heather Jones for an outstanding professional milestone: the completion of her Master’s in Healthcare […]