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Flooding shuts down 4 streets in Chadbourn; workers try to unclog storm drains
WECT TV6-WECT.com:News, weather & sports Wilmington, NC Flooding shuts down 4 streets in Chadbourn; workers try to unclog storm drains COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC - Workers in Chadbourn spent Wednesday evening trying to unclog storm drains to help alleviate heavy flooding brought on by Tropical Depression Beryl.
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Beryl brings flooding danger to counties east and south of Triangle
Tropical depression Beryl is still heaving rain onto the southeastern corner of the state, bringing a flood danger to those areas.
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County unemployment rate ticks downward
Bladen County saw its unemployment rate drop for a third straight month. In April the unemployment rate for Bladen County dropped by 0.8 percent to 11.3 percent.
Folks in Columbus Co. anticipate possible effects of Beryl
Flooding in Chadbourn is so routine that two years ago, town council members started a reserve storm water fund to help with the situation.
Teen driver fatalities on the rise; program hopes to promote safe driving
Teen drivers are being injured at an alarming rate and Columbus County is one of the worst rated counties for teenage fatalities in the state.
Cuts in the postal system could mean fewer hours
Officials with the US Postal Service say they have a plan to save money without having to close post offices.
Losing sleep: construction is keeping at least one resident awake
Some business owners in Columbus County are hoping the saying "out of sight, out of mind" isn't the case when it comes to their customers.
Trash, yard waste and recycling pick-up will run on a regular schedule. City customers who normally have their trash, recycling and yard-waste picked up on Mondays are asked to have all items curbside by 7:30 a.m. These Columbus County offices will be closed on Monday: Administration, Aging, Airport, Animal Control, Attorney, Board of Elections, ... (more)
Proposed Columbus Co. budget excludes increase
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC - In Columbus County, the first copy of the county's proposed budget does not include a tax increase.
Former RC Soles client behind bars again
Frankie Lee Jernigan was charged with two counts of violating his electronic house arrest and was booked into the Columbus County Jail on Wednesday, according to the Jail's in-custody report.
Unemployment drops in Wilmington area
Unemployment rates fell in 93 of North Carolina's 100 counties in April, including all five in our area, according to the North Carolina Department of Commerce - Labor and Economic Analysis Division.
Threats of hail have some farmers concerned for crops
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC - Extreme hot and cold temperatures can damage crops, but hail is another issue that area farmers are dealing with.
Waccamaw Academy prepares to permanently close Friday
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC - After being open for 43 years, a small school in Columbus County that many say has greatly impacted the surrounding community will officially close its doors at the end of the week.
Columbus Co. man faces charges for credit card theft
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC - A man in Columbus County who's already facing charges for stealing a credit card in South Carolina could face even more trouble.
Native musician sings his way into the Hall of Fame
This year's inductees were announced Tuesday. Jackson, who is a native of Columbus County, was announced as part of this year's class along with the following musicians: Jackson is a country singer who particulary excelled during the honky tonk era of the 1950s and 1960s.
Recounted votes favor incumbent commissioner
The results of the recount show Columbus County Commissioner Giles "Buddy" Byrd has won, according to the county's Board of Elections.
Commissioners deny request for four day week
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC Commissioners in Columbus County voted against the health department going to a four day work week.
Rescue services look for ways to increase revenue
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC The operating cost of fighting fires in Evergreen continue to increase each year, but money going into the department is staying the same.
Literacy Council to hold benefit golf tournament
The Columbus County Literacy Council will sponsor its first annual "Super Ball" golf tournament on Friday, June 1, at the Land O Lakes Golf Course.
Loved ones hold rally for Jasmine Thar
A group left Charlotte for Columbus County, to hold a rally in honor of a murdered student.
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