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[ July 20, 2026 ] Machinery Fire Reported off Galloway Road Brunswick County
[ July 20, 2026 ] Horry County Police Investigate Late-Night Beachfront Assault at Ocean Lakes Campground Crime & Public Safety
[ July 20, 2026 ] Federal Database Flags 1,599 Potential Non-Citizens on North Carolina Voter Rolls Brunswick County
[ July 20, 2026 ] NC DOT LAUNCHES ANNUAL ‘SPEEDING SLOWS YOU DOWN’ SAFETY CAMPAIGN Crime & Public Safety
[ July 20, 2026 ] WHITEVILLE POLICE TARGET SPEEDERS IN WEEK-LONG ROAD SAFETY PUSH Columbus County

U.S. Postal Service Updates Postmark Policy

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A U.S. Postal Service rule that took effect December 24, 2025, may affect how postmark dates appear on mail sent from Brunswick and Columbus counties. The rule clarifies that a postmark now reflects when mail […]

Man Facing Sentencing at Courthouse Charged After Deputies Find Meth in His Pocket

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A Whiteville man appearing in court for sentencing is now facing additional charges after deputies say they found crystal meth in his pocket during processing. According to the incident report, Johnny Dakatto Jacobs, 39, of […]

Body Scanner Detects Knife Hidden on Woman During Intake at Columbus County Jail

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

A woman being booked into the Columbus County Detention Center is facing additional charges after a body scanner detected a knife she allegedly attempted to smuggle into the facility. According to arrest reports, Ashley Shantell […]

Boat Crashes Into Oak Island Sporting Goods, Forcing Temporary Closure

January 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Oak Island Sporting Goods is temporarily closed after a boat crashed into the front of the store Saturday afternoon, causing significant damage but no injuries. Town officials said the incident happened around 1 p.m. on […]

Community Tips Lead to Arrests in Illegal Gaming Investigation

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nakina, NC — A months‑long investigation sparked by community complaints led to the seizure of illegal gaming machines and the arrest of two men at a Nakina convenience store, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s […]

Texas Roadhouse Planned for Leland Faces Delays as Plans Are Denied Again

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nearly a year after a popular national steakhouse chain announced plans to open its first Brunswick County location, construction has yet to begin. Texas Roadhouse is slated for Leland Town Center, according to a January […]

Public Invited to Habitat for Humanity Groundbreakings in Brunswick County

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Brunswick County, N.C. — Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity is excited to be holding two groundbreaking ceremonies this week for new homes in Sunset Beach and Leland. Both events are open to the public and […]

TSA to Charge $45 for On‑Site ID Verification February 1

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

North Carolina travelers who arrive at the airport without an acceptable form of identification will soon face a new fee. Beginning February 1, 2026, the Transportation Security Administration will charge $45.00 for passengers who need […]

SHINING BRIGHT BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – A New Beginning Home Care Agency

January 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

BC NEWS & DOLLAR-SAVER SHINING BRIGHT BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT A New Beginning Home Care Agency “Heartbeat of Home Care” A New Beginning Home Care Agency is a family‑owned provider based in Columbus County. Serving both […]

Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Issues Missing Person Alert (UPDATE 01/12/26)

January 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Missing Person Alert — January 11, 2026 The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 51‑year‑old Karen Whittaker, who has been reported missing. Whittaker was last seen late Friday night […]