1865 – Munitions magazine explodes at Fort Fisher, North Carolina, killing or injuring 200 soldiers, carelessness of drunken soldiers blamed. 1919 – The 18th Amendment…
Posts published in January 2021
by Leyton Ezzell Last year had to be taken with a sense of humor. This year seems to have the same needs. To start your…
UNC Health Southeastern transferred 975 doses of Pfizer vaccines to the Robeson County Health Department this week in an effort to get citizens of Robeson…
I‘ve driven past it dozens if not hundreds of times through the years. The post is made from wood of a kind we don’t see…
By Leyton Ezzell Did you know, in 1919 the Irish War started in order for Ireland to gain its independence after being controlled by Britain…
East Bladen’s A. J. Smith and Cate DeVane and West Bladen’s girls team will be competing Saturday in the NCHSAA Cross Country MidEast Regionals at…
Reminder: All schools and offices are closed Monday, January 18, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. According to the Bladen County…
RALEIGH – To be open and transparent and to comply with Session Law 2019-251 of the N.C. General Assembly, the N.C. Department of Transportation will issue…
The East Bladen at Whiteville junior varsity basketball game that was scheduled for Saturday, January 23rd has been postponed. The East Bladen varsity girls will…
Clarkton School of Discovery released the honor lists for the past nine weeks today. The Superintendent’s List (Having a 96 or above in ALL…
by Cara Beth Lewis “Goodbye Carolina” is a song by Bladen-native band, 87&Pine, that was released in 2020. 87&Pine released their first complete album, named…
Contributed Jan 14, 2021 (Lumberton, NC)- More evidence has emerged that suggests former Bladen County Board of Elections (CBE) member, Democrat, Jens Lutz, may have…
RALEIGH – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the department’s weekly…
Graduates will be able to seamlessly transfer to WGU DUBLIN, N.C. (Jan. 12 , 2021) — WGU North Carolina, an affiliate of national online Western…
The Emereau Bladen Board of Director’s meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 5:00 p.m., has been rescheduled to Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at…
The Bladen County Draft Board was increased to five members. These five members were Johnnie Hemingway, Erron Hall, David Shaw, Ferris Hester and Robert N.…
By Dr. Mike Walden One of my most enduring memories as a small child was the weekly shopping trip with my mother. This was…
The Bladen County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 6:30 pm to receive comments regarding a proposed…
East Bladen and West Bladen high schools currently are members of the nine-school Three Rivers 2-A/1-A Conference. If the the NC High School Athletic Association’s…
‘Bout this time last year, the US economy was off to a good beginning … then problems began … COVID-19 issue began in China ……
1844 – University of Notre Dame receives its charter in Indiana. 1865 – Second Battle of Fort Fisher: Union Navy bombards Fort Fisher, North Carolina,…
West Bladen seniors Sidnee Walters and Ashlyn Cox and East Bladen senior Katie Evans have all been named to the 2020-2021 All-Three Rivers Conference volleyball…
A week ago today, a local business owner, Lee Hauser, known as Elizabethtown’s voice and trusted real estate agent, received the news no parent wants…
UNC Health Southeastern is now scheduling appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals ages 65 and older as announced today by Governor Roy Cooper. Individuals ages…
An Agenda for the January 19, 2021 Bladen County Board of Commissioners’ meeting has been released by Maria Edwards with the County of Bladen. The…
The NC Charter Schools Advisory Board will meet remotely Wednesday, Jan. 20, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in a special called session. The agenda for…
Join in via Zoom for the 2021 Cape Fear Regional Conference Beef Carcass Evaluation and Fabrication Tuesday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Dan Hale…
The Agriculture and Forest Landowners meeting will occur Thursday, January 21, from 10-11 am via Zoom. To register, please visit https://go.ncsu.edu/bladenvad. The Bladen County Voluntary Agricultural…
The NC Textbook Commission will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 19, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The meeting will be virtual only and can be…
Breaking ground of the Center for Medical Education and Research at Cape Fear Valley Health begins Thursday, January 14 on Melrose Road. The state-of-the-art center…
RALEIGH, N.C. – In 2021, county boards of elections across North Carolina will conduct several important and required processes designed to keep the state’s voter rolls…
COVID-19 continues to cause havoc in Bladen, North Carolina, the USA and around the world … Shots are being administered, maybe not at the pace…
1799 – Eli Whitney receives government contract for 10,000 muskets. 1868 – North Carolina constitutional convention meets in Raleigh. 1919 – John McGraw, Charles A…
PEMBROKE – UNC Pembroke men’s basketball coach Drew Richards has announced the signing of former West Bladen star and Missouri-Kansas City transfer Tyre Boykin. Boykin,…
Contributed WASHINGTON – Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) issued the following statement after today’s vote in the House of Representatives on impeaching President Trump: “The impeachment of…
Contributed Raleigh, NC – Governor Roy Cooper has mobilized approximately 550 North Carolina National Guardsmen to assist with upcoming security needs in Washington, DC and…
We are currently offering vaccinations to members of the public who are age 75 and older. You may schedule an appointment by going to www.capefearvalley.com/covid19. Times…
Contributed by Laura Oleniacz, NC State University Raleigh, NC – A study of students at seven public universities across the United States has identified risk…
By: William Craig, Consumer Horticulture Agent Typically, most of us think that the winter months are the least busy in the garden. In some ways,…
IN OBSERVANCE OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY THE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX AND CMRA WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY JANUARY 18, 2021 AND WILL REOPEN FOR…
Third Grade: A Honor Roll – Destiny Wilson, Andrew Resendiz A/B Honor Roll – Julio Rojas-Rojas, Allyzon Sandoval Cruz, Antonio Tatum, Faheem Wooten, Hayli Cooper…
RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced new appointments to boards and commissions across North Carolina. Gov. Cooper has appointed the following individual to the North Carolina…
by Blake Proctor Assembling telephonically once more due to an increase in the incidence of the Xi Jinpingfluenza in the county, the January 12th meeting…
By Joy Warren During the December 29, 2020 adjourned meeting, the White Lake Board of Commissioners voted to offer the Town Administrator position to Sean…
Sometimes I forget about how my mom and dad and grandparents struggled to put food on the table and keep a roof over our head…
1863 – Chenille yarn making machine patented by William Canter in NYC. 1874 – US troops land in Honolulu to protect the king. 1920 –…
ELIZABETHTOWN – Sophomore guard Malcom Bolden and senior center Javant McDowell combined for 34 points Tuesday night as East Bladen’s Eagles rolled to a 65-15…
BLADENBORO – Sophomore Rylee Chadwick and junior Hannah Pait teamed up for 18 points Tuesday as West Bladen raced to leads of 10-1 and 25-6…
ELIZABETHTOWN – Jacob Nixon poured in 23 points Tuesday to lead East Bladen to a 45-37 victory over South Columbus in junior varsity boys’ basketball…
According to the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office, on Monday, January 11, at approximately 11:45 am, officers responded to reports of a possible shooting at the…
The photo above shows State Representative Garland Pierce swearing-in newest Bladenboro Commissioner Lisa Levy. by Blake Proctor Mayor Rufus Duckworth gaveled the Bladenboro Commission meeting…
Contributed [Elizabethtown, N.C.,(January 11, 2021)] – Citing concerns with the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the county and the state, the Bladen County Schools’…
Pictured, from left, are Bladen Community College Board of Trustees Chair Dennis Troy, Bladen Community College President Dr. Amanda Lee, Cape Fear Farm Credit Board…
by Blake Proctor With Councilmembers Lillian Graham and Rhonda Hall excused absent, the January 11th , 2021, meeting of the East Arcadia Town Council got…
Alabama is back where it belongs … The Crimson Tide football team is the #1 college football team in the nation for the 18th time…
1865 – Union fleet bombs Fort Fisher, NC. 1896 – 1st X-ray photo in US (Dr. Henry Smith, Davidson NC) 1906 – 1st time Dow…
Both East Bladen’s girls and West Bladen’s boys have had their basketball seasons interrupted by the coronavirus. Seven of the Lady Eagles were exposed to…
Bladen County Schools’ virtual learning schedule for all grades has been extended after the scheduled virtual board of education meeting on Monday evening. All board members were…
Today North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor the…
By Governor Roy Cooper Transitions are a time for reflection, and a time for looking forward. My first term in this office was filled with…
Contributed Elizabethtown, N.C., January 11, 2021) – Effective January 11, 2021, the West Bladen Boys Varsity Basketball team has canceled workouts and competitive play through…
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PLAIN VIEW PRIMARY HONOR ROLL 2nd Nine Weeks Fourth Grade A Honor Roll Jayden Bethea Jonathon Mejla Marroquin Nicolas Musselwhite Acelin Perez Vasquez…
“Today I submitted my resignation to the President and Acting Attorney General, effective January 20. For a guy whose childhood dream job as an FBI…
RALEIGH – North Carolina’s publicly owned airports contribute $61 billion to the state’s economy each year and support 373,000 jobs, according to a report released by…
Contributed Effective January 11, 2021, the East Bladen Girls’ Varsity Basketball team has canceled workouts and competitive play through January 21 due to COVID-19 issues.…
The Bladen County Public Library wants to know what you think! Help them meet their 2021 goal to serve our county better in 2021. Please…
Bay Tree Lakes Fire Department annual board meeting Thursday January 21 at 700 pm. Share:
COVID Updates, December Financial Summary, Superintendent Search, Traditional Schools and Early College Calendars, Schools Construction, Legal Issues, and more are all on the list for…
Bladen County Hospital is among Cape Fear Valley Health facilities that will begin online appointment scheduling Wednesday for COVID-19 vaccines for ages 75 and above.…
I am amazed at the great divide in the US … Watched and listened to folks on both sides of the ‘fence’ this weekend ……
1897 – M H Cannon becomes 1st woman state senator in US (Utah) 1913 – 1st sedan-type car (Hudson) goes on display at 13th Auto…
NASHVILLE, TN – Quarterback Lamar Jackson ran for 136 yards and a touchdown and threw for 179 yards as the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Tennessee…
NFL Wild Card Playoff results… Bills 27 – Colts 24 Rans 30 – Seahawks 20 Bucs 31 – Washington 23 Today’s schedule 1:05 PM Ravens…
1776 – “Common Sense” pamphlet by Thomas Paine published, advocating American independence. 1870 – John D. Rockefeller incorporates Standard Oil. 1901 – Oil discovered at…
Photo credit to Kate Medley, and credit to the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and the North Carolina Department of Transportation. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP)…
Fourth Grade Superintendent’s List Kynslie Kinlaw, Alayna Roberson, Avery Smith A Honor Roll Jacob Allen, Ty’Layah Allen, Jaden Daniels, Arrabella Horne, Calleigh Smith, Miguel Ventura…
Bay Tree Lakes Fire Department annual board meeting will be held Thursday January 21 at 7:00 pm. Share:
The Bladenboro Board of Commissioners are scheduled to conduct its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 11 at Town Hall on Ivy Street. The…
In accordance with the N.C. Governor’s Executive Order, the January 12 Town of White Lake Board of Commissioners meeting will be conducted virtually and will…
Contributed WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that signup for the Quality Loss Adjustment (QLA) Program began Wednesday,…
I hope I live long enough to see a Congress that puts the ‘work of the people’, me and you, above their own selected, often…
1894 – New England Telephone and Telegraph installs the first battery-operated telephone switchboard in Lexington, Massachusetts. 1936 – Semi-automatic rifles adopted by US Army. 1942…
BLADENBORO – Sophomores Rylee Chadwick and Lainey Autry combined for 23 points to lead West Bladen to a 41-11 season-opening girls basketball victory over East…
BLADENBORO – J. J. Faulkner pumped in 22 points Friday night as East Columbus withstood a furious West Bladen rally and escaped with a 63-59…
RALEIGH – The following are highlights from this week at the N.C. Department of Transportation. The stories below are also featured in NCDOT Now, the…
• The Clarkton Woman’s Club was renovating the new Clarkton Library. The building that was formerly Waccamaw Bank and Trust Company was donated as a…
The National Weather Service gave a Weekend Briefing for January 8th through the 10th this morning. There is the possibility of a light wintery mix…
The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office confirmed today that the Department of Motor Vehicles Plate Replacement plan started this month. The DMV will replace all private auto…
Due to extreme cold, wind gust, and rain COVID-19 testing is cancelled at the Bladen County Health Department for today. Testing will resume on Monday…
By Blake Proctor Mayor Darryl Dowless called the January 7th meeting of the Dublin Board of Commissioners to order at 6pm to a virtually empty…
My guess is you have received robo calls for several weeks, months about a warranty on your vehicle, or medicare … several indicated they were…
1790 – 1st US President George Washington delivers 1st state of the union address. 1835 – US national debt is $0 for the first and…
WHITEVILLE – East Bladen’s A. J. Smith and Cate DeVane won the boys and girls cross country races Thursday in the final Three Rivers Conference…
BLADENBORO – West Bladen’s Lady Knights closed out their volleyball season with a 3-0 victory over East Bladen Thursday night by set scores of 25-15,…
BLADENBORO – West Bladen battled back to win the 3rd set and defeated East Bladen 2-1 Thursday by set scores of 25-12, 13-25 and 15-10…
Wilmington, NC – Lower Cape Fear LifeCare will offer a multi-week, no-cost virtual grief care program for those coping with the death of a spouse or…
Bladen County Solid Waste announced their operation hours for Monday, January 18, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All convenience sites will be operating on their…