East Arcadia News

At Bladen Community College's graduation ceremonies, the commencement speakers charged the graduates to continue to pursue educational and life goals that would not only improve their quality of life but also better prepare them to contribute to the greater good of their respective communities.

Two election protests emerging from the May 8 primary were given a pass Tuesday to a full hearing by the Bladen County Board of Elections.

A Columbus County man has been arrested for the March 30 shooting death of Sylvester Jermaine McDowell.

An accidental shooting on New Year's Day that sent two men to the hospital and resulted in a car wreck will lead to criminal charges.

Bladen Community College will graduate the largest class of curriculum students in its history this year, according to Dean of Enrollment Barry Priest.