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Boys’ Soccer | Volleyball | Cross country | JV Football West Bladen varsity football DATE OPPONENT TIME Feb. 26 at East Columbus 7:30 p.m. March…
West Bladen basketball Junior varsity girls’ game starts at 4 p.m. followed by junior varsity boys, varsity girls and varsity boys DATE OPPONENT TIME Jan.…
East Bladen varsity basketball Junior varsity games followed by girls’ varsity and boys’ varsity games DATE OPPONENT TIME Jan. 5 Whiteville 6 p.m. Jan. 6…
Soccer | Volleyball | | Cross country | JV Football | . East Bladen varsity football DATE OPPONENT TIME Feb. 26 Red Springs 7:30 p.m.…
The Baltimore Center in Carvers Creek held a 2020 Census and Get Out To Vote (GOTV) drive-thru on Wednesday, September 16. The event went very…
At its September 14 regular monthly meeting, the Bladen County Board of Education approved Jason Folsom as the new principal of Bladen Lakes Primary School.…
Bladen County Health and Human Services released the daily COVID-19 (coronavirus) update. Cases continue to increase in the county. Dr. Teresa (Terri) Duncan stated, “Increases…
The 2019-2020 Dublin Peanut Festival Queen Alyssa Bell held her title proudly this year. Miss Bell represented her small town throughout the year with acts…
By Blake Proctor The Bladenboro Commissioners held their regular monthly meeting Monday evening at 6pm. After Mayor Rufus Duckworth gaveled the meeting to order, an…
Bladen County Health and Human Services released the daily COVID-19 (coronavirus) update. The report has another COVID-19 related death. The total is up to 12…
Local men are meeting together once a week for a prayer service. This week’s meeting will be held today, Tuesday, September 15, at 7 pm…
By Jefferson Weaver with columbuscountynews.com Sabrina Troy of Elizabethtown was killed Monday when her automobile went out of control on Chanceytown Road. Troy — who…
Vote now for the Best of the Best Essential Workers and Business Contest. Times are tough, but there is enduring beauty all around us. BladenOnline…
The Bladen County Board of Education held a virtual meeting on Monday, September 14, at 6 p.m. Those in attendance were Chairperson Mr. Roger Carroll,…
Much of the 2020 monthly special events calendar at Columbus County Community Farmers Market has fallen victim to the Coronavirus pandemic according to President &…
Contributed Do you know anyone who has claimed unemployment this year? As of April 2020, over 23 million Americans filed for unemployment, and one out of…
Bladen County Health and Human Services released the daily COVID-19 update. The new report has a total of 11 deaths related to the virus in…
Bladen County Schools Prek, Kindergarten, First, Second, Third, and Fourth-grade will return for some in-person learning on September 14, 2020. Valerie Newton, Public Relations Officer…
Glorious Custom Designs owner, Fletcher “Big Show” Collins, helped pay tribute to another popular person with a one-of-a-kind casket design. Glorious Custom Designs, a Bladen…
September is one month closer to the expected COVID-19 (coronavirus) vaccine coming to Bladen County in November. Dr. Teresa (Terri) Duncan, Bladen County Health and…
September 11, 2020 by Brian Balfour with NCCivitas.org Roy Cooper and Mandy Cohen claim to be following the “science and data,” while ignoring the data about the…
By Charlotte Smith September 11, 2001, will never be forgotten. Nearly 3,000 people perished on this day 19 years ago. The terrorist attacks in New…
By Dr. Mike Walden I always tell students and folks at my presentations to watch the Federal Reserve. While the President and Congress get most…
Contributed Bladen County Schools has learned today that an employee at Elizabethtown Middle School has tested positive for COVID-19. Due to privacy requirements, we cannot…
After 12k Votes: Semifinalists Revealed for “Coolest Thing Made in NC” Statewide contest champions manufacturing community’s impact and innovation RALEIGH, N.C. – The NC Chamber announced…
A Presidential general election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 in Bladen County to vote in the following contests: Partisan Offices U.S. President,…
By Joy Warren White Lake Board of Commissioners met Tuesday evening via Zoom. As a monthly update on the lake water quality, Dr. Diane Lauritsen…
September is National Recovery and Suicide Awareness Month. Since the COVID-19 Pandemic hit Bladen County, officials report an increase with substance use and mental health…
Bladen County Health & Human Services Agency released the COVID-19 daily update. Please practice social distancing, wear a mask, and perform good hand washing-especially when…
The Bladen County Substance Abuse Task Force will meet today to work on its strategic plan. Anyone interested in joining the fight against substance abuse…
Contributed There are things going on around us–local, statewide, and nationally–that are affecting the conservative. law and order, common-sense message of the Republican Party. Take…
Contributed Raleigh – This Labor Day, NCDP Executive Director Meredith Cuomo released the following statement: “Today we recognize working families across our country, particularly the…
Sep 7, 2020- Since Friday, Sept. 4, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has experienced continued technical and submission issues with hospital systems’…
USDA commemorates Labor Day by recognizing the producers who feed the U.S. and the world through their hard work.… https://t.co/kV8HNnpfq Share:
People in Bladen County celebrated Labor Day by taking advantage of the annual side walk sales, boating on the waters and basking in the…
Bladen County Health & Human Services Agency released the COVID-19 daily update. Now is a crucial time for Bladen County in the fight against COVID,…
The North Carolina Senate passed House Bill 1105 on Wednesday, September 2 which includes $1.05 billion in federal funds for COVID-19 relief as well as a provision…
Raleigh, N.C.- In FY 2019-2020, the North Carolina Main Street and Rural Planning Center and its programs supported 1,311 new jobs, 267 new businesses and…
Raleigh, N.C. – Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 99 of North Carolina’s counties in July and remained unchanged in one. Scotland County had…
SAN JUAN, P.R. – On Monday, August 31, 2020, defendant, Gary Steven Wykle and Alejandro Cortés-López were arrested and charged in a fourteen-count indictment alleging…
Contributed Any North Carolina registered voter may request, receive, and vote via mail-in absentee ballot in the November 3rd No special circumstances or reason is…
Bladen County Health and Human Services released the daily COVID-19 (coronavirus) update. Last week, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services released information…
A “cluster” is defined by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services as five or more cases that are deemed in close proximity by location…
August 31,2020 – Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. The day is recognized by many in Bladen County. Earlier this month the Bladen County Board…
The Bladen County COVID-19 daily positive cases percentage increased by .5%, and North Carolina’s daily positive cases rate decreased by 1.6% since yesterday’s report was…
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…
Bladen County Health and Human Services Agency released the latest COVID-19 update today, along with information about the Healthy Helping Program. According to the agency,…
See updates below. The owners of The Car Wash, a business located in Elizabethtown, are accused of using racial slurs toward people with different ethnic…
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2020 –U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers that the deadline to apply for the Coronavirus…
The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Jim McVicker would like to remind everyone it is a crime to damage or remove political signs. North…
On August 28, 2020, the National Association of Development Organizations announced the winners of the 2020 NADO Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Awards. The NADO Impact Awards…
Fish Fry Fundraiser happening now until 2 p.m. for Cape Fear Teen Challenge at Second Chance Church in Elizabethtown, near the Elizabethtown Post Office. Teen…
Bladen County is requesting proposals in the form of a sealed bid to replace the County’s existing telephone system. Currently, the Bladen County telephone system…
The State Board of Elections will hold a telephonic meeting beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, August 31, 2020. Members of the public may view and listen to proceedings…
By Dr. Mike Walden My father grew up on a hog farm in southwest Ohio in the 1920s and 30s. In those days, farms were…
By Charlotte Smith Since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic, some have questioned the death reporting process and question the reasoning for increased suicides and…
As of 6:30 p.m., Aug. 27, 2020, UNCW has identified two (2) clusters of COVID-19 cases among students. Pelican Hall and Graham-Hewlett Hall on campus have one cluster…
COVID-19 has changed the landscape of this year’s elections. Safety concerns have been the topic of discussion for the local and state board of elections.…
Smithfield supports education opportunities in rural Bladen, Duplin, Robeson and Sampson Counties in North Carolina, also addresses long-term internet access in rural communities SMITHFIELD, Va., Aug.…
Report Explores Options to Modernize NC’s Transportation Revenue Formula RALEIGH, N.C. – Today, at the NC Chamber’s virtual Transportation and Infrastructure Summit, the NC Chamber Foundation…
Contributed Bladen County Division of Aging Director, Kelly Robeson, MSN, RN, CNL announced an upcoming free webinar that may interest Dementia Friends. Participants in this…
On August 25, North Carolina Health and Human Services announced East Coast Migrant Head Start has five staff members with positive COVID-19 cases qualifying the…
Prayer for those suffering with COVID-19 By Rev. Dr. Chris Denny on Aug 26, 2020 10:35 am “You shall not fear the terror of the…
Contributed On Thursday morning at approximately 7:30 am, the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, executed a drug search warrant…
On October 17, 2018, southeastern North Carolina lost a public servant and humanitarian, North Carolina State Highway Patrol Master Trooper, Kevin Conner. Trooper Conner was…
Bladen County Health and Human Services Agency announced the latest COVID-19 Update today. The active positive COVID-19 cases for Bladen County increased from yesterday’s report…
Contributed Evangelist David Pait announced details about a Men’s Prayer meeting. He said, “We’ve been meeting every Tuesday night at 7 to pray for four…
On Tuesday, August 25, Troopers Gary White and Justin Hern of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol stopped a four-wheeler being driven on Highway 87…
According to NationalDogDay.com, National Dog Day was founded in 2004 by Animal Welfare Advocate and Pet Lifestyle Expert, Colleen Paige. National Dog Day celebrates all…
Update August 26, 2020 at 9:20 a.m. Bladen County Sheriff Jim McVicker announced Wednesday morning an arrest has been made in connection with the body…
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 loved one…
Today is the last Tuesday of the month, which means it is time for Tasty Tuesday at Home Edition by North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service-Bladen…
Contributed Be aware of a new phishing scam targeting Small Business Administration (SBA) PPP loan applicants. Criminals are impersonating the SBA and its Office of…
Bladen County Health and Human Services released the latest COVID-19 update. Bladen County currently has 680 total positive cases with 37 active, positive cases, according…
Complete the census online at my2020census.gov or by phone at 844-330-2020. Jan Hester Maynor, Special Projects Planner with the Lumber River Council of Governments, released the latest…
Dr. Duncan added a limited number of COVID-19 vaccines may be available for high-risk residents in November of this year, and then a larger number…
Contributed On Sunday, August 23, an exciting tradition took place at Harrells Christian Academy. Each member of the senior class was “blessed” by his or…
Kelsey Edwards, Director of Bladen County Library, announced the library has free online tutoring and job search services with Brain Fuse. Bladen County Library cardholders…
Monday, August 31 will be the last day that Bladen County Schools will provide free meals to children ages birth to 18 years old through…
Bladen County Health and Human Services Agency released the COVID-19 daily update. Dr. Teresa (Terri) Duncan, Bladen County Health and Human Services Director stated, “Bladen County…
A Touch of Country Venue is ready to celebrate events. The company announced on Facebook this weekend they are now open for business. The company…
RALEIGH, N.C. – Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, students at colleges and universities who choose to vote by mail should request that their ballot be sent to…
Raleigh – Earlier this week, the family of Representative Mary McAllister announced her passing. Rep. McAllister was the first Black woman to win a countywide…
MOREHEAD CITY – State recreational water quality officials today lifted a water quality swimming advisory for an ocean-side swimming area in New Hanover County. …
RALEIGH — The state’s seasonally adjusted July unemployment rate was 8.5 percent, increasing 1.0 point from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.9 of…
It only takes a few minutes. Submit your census today for needed federal and state funding. Census may be submitted by calling 1-844-330-2020 or visit…
On August 20, 2020, Farm 2601-2, located at 7301 N.C. Hwy 210 West, Garland, NC, experienced a discharge of swine wastewater. As soon as the…
The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s help identifying suspects in catalytic converter thefts occurring across Bladen County. Thieves are targeting work vehicles, church…
Bladen County Health and Human Services Agency released the COVID-19 daily update. Dr. Teresa (Terri) Duncan, Bladen County Health and Human Services Director stated, “Bladen County…
Why Virtual Learning is Awesome Hi there. I’m a current local teacher. I’ve asked to be kept anonymous to protect myself and my family. It’s…
By Blake Proctor In an action that ensured the seamless continuation of purchases without having to wait until the next meeting almost a month away,…
On Thursday, the North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force held a press conference. The officials stressed the importance of wearing…
Bladen Health and Human Services Agency released today’s COVID-19 Update and information regarding immunization awareness. Dr. Teresa (Terri) Duncan, Bladen County Health and Human Services…
Bladen County Board of Elections will hold a special meeting for Abbots Precinct. Director of the Bladen County Board of Elections, Chris Williams, stated the…
RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is ordering significant additional actions by Chemours to prevent PFAS pollution from entering the Cape Fear River…
Bladen County Health and Human Services Agency released the latest COVID-19 update this afternoon. The report shows 627 positive COVID-19 cases in Bladen County with…
The Bladen County Republican Party hosted a “Meet and Greet” for U.S. House, Representative Dan Bishop, and Author, Donald Trump, Jr., The event took place…
CHAPEL HILL – North Carolina High School Athletic Association Commissioner Que Tucker announced in a video statement Wednesday that high school football has been rescheduled…