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Columbus County Health Department testing hundreds at East Columbus HS following positive tuberculosis case

Conor Doherty,

January 12, 2024

In Columbus County on Monday an SUV crashed into a government building, (Photo: Courtesy of Melanie Thompson).

Car crashes into Whiteville Post Office on Monday

Emily Andrews,

January 10, 2024

White Police Department is asking for the community's help to identify the driver of this truck.

Whiteville police need your help identifying driver involved in accident

WWAY News,

January 4, 2024

2024 Projects

2024 projects scheduled to begin or be completed in Southeastern North Carolina

Tanner Blue,

December 27, 2023

The last minute gift dash: unwrapping the reasons behind holiday shopping procrastination

Conor Doherty,

December 24, 2023

Anthony's Italian Restaurant in Whiteville

Anthony's Italian restaurant moves locations to accommodate growing Whiteville

Emily Andrews,

December 19, 2023

Blood Drive encouraging people to "love like Wayne" being held in memory of Chadbourn man, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Blood Drive encouraging people to "love like Wayne" being held in memory of Chadbourn man

Emily Andrews,

December 19, 2023

One school is getting creative and festive with ways to fundraise, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus Christian Academy to host 'Merry Christmas Market' Saturday

Emily Andrews,

December 14, 2023

Dwight Burleson, also known as Mr. B, is one of Santa's honorary helpers, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Whiteville's half century serving Santa Claus thanks honorary helper Mr. B

Emily Andrews,

December 12, 2023

Lawsuit claims Columbus County Jail staff didn't stop an inmate from being assaulted

Emily Andrews,

December 5, 2023

Man shot in the face in Whiteville

WWAY News,

December 5, 2023

One school in Columbus County celebrating National Native American Heritage month with students, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Hallsboro Artesia Elementary School celebrates National Native American Heritage Month

WWAY News,

November 20, 2023

One business is helping many businesses in Whiteville. South Madison St. has a new addition, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Mercantile on Madison' opens doors and opportunities for small businesses

Emily Andrews,

November 20, 2023

From the court to the community: former NBA player Chris Wilcox continues annual Whiteville turkey giveaway

Conor Doherty,

November 18, 2023

On Wednesday, South Columbus High School in Tabor City held its annual Veteran's Day program, honoring all who have worn the uniform, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

South Columbus High School honors Veterans during annual program

Emily Andrews,

November 8, 2023

Toys For Tots Visits Wways Good Morning Carolina

Toys for Tots collection campaign underway across the Cape Fear

Donna Gregory,

November 8, 2023

One car dealership abruptly closed its doors leaving several employees without jobs, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Patriot Ford closes doors on Monday in Whiteville

Emily Andrews,

November 1, 2023

Horace

Horace's Happy Halloween: Community rallies to bring joy to Clarendon resident

Sydney Bouchelle,

October 31, 2023

A new business is making a permanent stop in Columbus County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

'Steam Services of America' sets up shop in Tabor City

Emily Andrews,

October 24, 2023

The annual North Carolina Yam Festival has made its return to Columbus County, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

N.C. annual Yam Festival returns to Tabor City

Emily Andrews,

October 24, 2023

One of the Cape Fear's Native American tribes is celebrating its culture this weekend, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Waccamaw Siouan Tribe annual Powwow taking place this weekend

Emily Andrews,

October 20, 2023

Several agencies partnered to show folks what health care resources are available in the area, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Columbus County agencies partner together to host a Wellness Health Fair

Emily Andrews,

October 20, 2023

Intl Paper Mon

Columbus County Commissioners plead for state intervention as International Paper downsizes Riegelwood mill

Sydney Bouchelle,

October 18, 2023

It's been a couple of months since students returned to the classroom. We checked in with one of Southeastern North Carolina's newest schools to see how things are going, (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News).

Students and staff are finally settled in at Tabor City School

Emily Andrews,

October 12, 2023