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The Graham Agricultural Museum Planter’s Day will be on March 27 – 28, 2020. This is the 28th year of the event’s existence. Although the event…
The Clarkton Farm Fest will host a dance on March 21 featuring “The Pink Slips” at the Clarkton Entertainment Center. The dance will begin at…
The Bladen County Board of Commissioners held their regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the courthouse in Elizabethtown. There were 12 Bladen…
By Charlotte Smith A single car accident near Elizabethtown on Wednesday took the life of a Bladen County mother. The community has stepped up to…
Here are some clips from The Southeastern Times newspaper from 1986 showing the more things change, the more they stay the same. Farmer’s were meeting,…
Boost the Boro, Inc. announced today that the organization will again be making two scholarship awards in 2020. Selections will be made in May and…
A meeting was held for agriculture and forest landowners on Tuesday, January 23rd, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Bladen County Extension Office…
January 23, 2020 Public Invited to Comment on Budget Priorities The Bladen County Board of Commissioners values citizen involvement in County government. As the County…
Marvin Burney spent nearly 24 years on dialysis, but he never let the daily treatment keep him from helping in his Clarkton community. Burney, who…
Clint Hester, Manager with Nissan of Clinton announced today, Gil Granda has joined the auto sales team at their dealership. Granda is an Elizabethtown resident…
The Elizabethtown-White Lake Area Chamber of Commerece released it’s weekly newsletter this past Monday. The newsletter came with an invitation. Bladen’s Blooming, Bladen County, Bladen…
By Charlotte Smith The Elizabethtown Presbyterian Church hosted the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 20, 2020 in their…
The Classic Cruisers Car Club holds the Made In The Shade car show, each year to assist Bladen County charities. In 2019, the show had almost…
On Thursday morning Deputies with the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office responded to a medical emergency involving an infant child in the Dublin area at Twisted…
North Carolina Junior Beta Club President Jair McElveen lead the charge to help non-profits and hurricane victims. McElveen and other NC Junior Beta Club members…
WILMINGTON, N.C. – The US Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District (Corps) released a draft study evaluating three alternatives regarding the future of three locks and…
The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) officially opened the 2020 business income tax filing season and began accepting Corporate Income and Franchise, and Partnership…
Federal Notice Allows NC to Move Forward with Hurricane Florence Recovery Program Details of Federal Register Provides Spending Guidelines for $542 Million for Hurricane Florence…
Washington, DC — The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced that 20 organizations in North Carolina will receive over $400,000 for arts projects in…
North Carolina Wildlife announced a smell of smoke may be in the area today. The State agency went to twitter and stated, “Bladen County residents:…
Almost 60% of the 1.5 million North Carolina public school students are eligible for Free or Reduced-Price school meals, according to reports. Friday, East Bladen…
Workplace learning is used to allow students to practice the knowledge and skills they acquire in the classroom within a “real-world” business or industry setting.…
By Charlotte Smith On this day in 1965 Lyndon B. Johnson was president, the cost of a stamp was .05 cents, The Beatles appeared on…
By Charlotte Smith It has been 57 years since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave the “I have a Dream” speech on the steps of…
By Charlotte Smith Update: Unity in the Community was a success. Over the four day celebration thousands came out in attendance. “I appreciate you,” Fletcher…
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count. Greg Elkins with the Bladen County…
On January 16th , Ms. Jackie Goodnight, Bladen County Hospital Auxillary President, presented a $1,000.00 Scholarship check to the winner of the Bladen Auxiliary Scholarship,…
Over the past several months there has been much debate about the Pledge of Allegiance and the United States Flag at the Bladen County Board…
North Carolina’s New Year’s Day tradition of outdoor family adventure, exercise and exploring nature continues in 2020 with First Day Hikes throughout the state parks…
Geography Bee finalists, from left, Georgia Pope, Tyler Johnson, Rhodes Spears, Evan Boussias, Hudson Griffin, Joesen Pope, Kailey Pope, Luis Funes, and Josh deAndrade Contributed…
By Joy Warren Mayor Goldston Womble gave an update to the White Lake Board of Commissioners during the Tuesday evening meeting. Dr Diane Lauritsen of…
Around 2015 or so, Ray Wyche leaned around the corner of his cubicle and waved a pair of dollar bills at me. “Jefferson, if you’ll…
In a recent media release Lu Mil Vineyard listed 13 benefits to muscadine juice. According to Ashley Cobb, clinical dietician at WakeMed, muscadines are especially…
FAYETTEVILLE – JAN. 13, 2019 – Cape Fear Valley Blood Donor Center has less than a two-day supply of most blood types and is in critical…
Ms. Faye M. Boyne with the North Carolina Department of Transportation announced some roads closures and a wide traffic restriction in Bladen County. CLOSINGS: US…
Many resolutions have been made this new year. Some commit to live healthier lives. Cape Fear Valley Health (CFV), the parent company of Bladen County Hospital,…
Bladen’s Bloomin’ Agri-Industrial and Bladen County Committee of 100 are teaming up to host Casino Night this Saturday. Bladen County residents wanting something to do…
Wilmington, NC – Lower Cape Fear LifeCare is offering 90-minute “Navigating Grief” workshops in Elizabethtown for those dealing with the death of a loved one. Each…
Mr. Arthur A. Bullock, Co-Chairman and Ms. Natasha B. Cromartie, Co- Chairwoman of the Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Parade Committee announced road closures and…
The US Highway 701 bridge in Elizabethtown is extremely important to the economy in Bladen County. The North Carolina Department of Transportation emergency repair project…
Hello Everyone, and I hope you are already having the very best of new years. Welcome 2020, and hello to new possibilities and circumstances you…
It is a new year, but the fight against opioids and substance abuse continues in Bladen County. Dr. Cathy Gantz, Program Coordinator of the Substance Abuse…
Former long-time Bladen County resident Dr. Lynn R. Welborn will once again be the featured guest of local NPR affiliate WHQR’s January edition of the Prologue…
Supporting the agricultural industry, impacting rural communities and stimulating economic development are key objectives for the 2020 NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (NCTTFC) grant cycle.…
Bladen Community College, Dublin, NC The Small Business Center (SBC) of Bladen Community College is offering many great no-cost seminars and webinars in January. The…
DUBLIN, NC -Bladen Community College is pleased to offer a short-term training opportunity, at no cost, for those seeking to enter the field of client…
The 13th annual Bladen County Youth Focus Project Pageant has been scheduled according to Director, Ms. Minnie Price. Bladen County Youth Focus Project, Inc. (BCYFP,…
Another year has come and gone. To kick off the first weekend of the new year we thought some funny memes may help set the…
In a unanimous decision, the Bladen County Board of Education approved an early start calendar for the 2020-2021 school year at their December 9 board…
Elizabethtown – The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 32nd Annual Parade has been set. It will take place on Monday, January 20, 2020, commencing…
Shortly after 9:00 am on Thursday morning, January 2, 2020, the Bladenboro Police Department responded to 209 W. Walnut Street Apartment 3C, in reference to…
The traumatic events we suffer as children can lead to lasting physical and mental health challenges, two decades of research show. According to researchers, those…
There was a fox and coyote standing side-by-side just off the trail — stuffed, of course — and an oppossum with his tail looped around…
The Southeastern Times, Bladen County’s home-owned newspaper back in the 70’s and 80’s captured a Bladen County baby ushering in a new year. The son…
By Charlotte Smith The Eighth Annual Polar Plunge at Camp Clearwater drew a large crowd on New Year’s Day. There were an estimated 150 people…
By Charlotte Smith Some people are trying to triple their luck by eating a traditional New Year’s Lunch offered by the Bladenboro Historical Society, but…
Two businesses in Bladen County celebrated their new location on Monday with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Elizabethtown-White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and Pastor…
The Mountain-to-Sea Trail Executive Director, Kate Dixon has given a list of how the MST brings the state together. This year Bladen County heard how…
Becky Spearman, Bladen County Extension Director and Livestock Extension Agent announced upcoming events for the area. There will be an Agriculture and Forest Landowners Meeting…
The Eighth Annual Polar Plunge is scheduled, according to Camp Clearwater officials. The event is held annually inside Camp Clearwater at White Lake on New…
A new decade is at the door and the year 2019 is running out of time. Before moving forward to the 2020s, here is a…
By Charlotte Smith Staying organized is at the top of some to-do lists for the new year. Mrs. Tiina Mundy with Bladen Community College lead…
Cape Fear Valley Lifts Precautionary Lockdown Update on Monday, December 30, 2019 at 2:22 p.m. FAYETTEVILLE – Dec. 30, 2019 – Cape Fear Valley Health is…
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By Charlotte Smith The holidays can be the most joyous time of year for many. However, some families receive broken hearts instead of happy moments.…
This time of year some think nostalgically. For those of you who like to reminisce we found some Christmas clips from the 1970’s in The…
Start the new year off with a trip down memory lane and enjoy a traditional New Year’s Day Lunch. Everyone is invited to enjoy The…
By Charlotte Smith The Tar Heel community along with others in Bladen County are mourning after the announcement was made of their beloved Mayor, Mr.…
By Charlotte Smith Many friends and families are drawing close this time of year to celebrate the holidays. Some may be in search of ways…
By Hannah Davis, WBHS FFA Reporter West Bladen’s FFA chapter received a grant from Cape Fear Farm Credit that allowed the agriculture students to plan,…
Emotional health and well-being is a journey and Eastpointe MCO for Bladen County understands that. Mr. William B. Sellers, B.A., QMHP, Community Relations Specialist with…
The North Carolina Junior Beta Club President, Jair McElveen and the Youth Ambassadors joined forces to help make a difference with their clubs. By working…
Mrs. Kelly Mize received the Phoenix Award this week for outstanding treatment of a patient in cardiac arrest who made a full recovery. Mrs. Mize…
Contributed Christmas is known for being “the most wonderful time of the year” however, for many families buying expensive gifts can be challenging. On Friday…
The holidays can add stress if you let them. So this season, remember to sit back, relax and enjoy yourself at every opportunity. We wanted…
Town of Elizabethtown Manager, Mr. Eddie Madden, was seen in a procession toward Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home this afternoon in honor of Councilman Richard “Dicky” Channing…
DUBLIN, NC – This year’s show has a few nights left if you have not had the opportunity to visit the Festival of Lights &…
Have you begun to scope out your new year’s resolution yet? Often time’s resolutions are centered on living a healthier life. Bladen County Health Department…
Jones Lake State Park is offering a New Year’s Day hike. A park ranger will take hikers on the one-mile Cedar Loop Trail and talk…
Contributed By Ben Jones, Coastal Crescent Project Manager, Friends-of-the-Mountains to the Sea Trail Despite a drizzly day, volunteers pushed us closer to completion of a new trail…
Houses of worship may apply The state of North Carolina has received a federal disaster declaration for Public Assistance (PA) Category A thru G for…
The West Bladen High School FFA and Yearbook Clubs worked together to produce a video under the leadership of their teacher, Mr. Autry. Miss Emily…
Bladen Community College will welcome students back to campus as the final spring semester registration days are held on Monday, January 6, 2020 and Tuesday,…
Date: 1/17/2020 Time: 12 pm – 12:45 pm Location: Bladen County Cooperative Extension Center Address: 450 Smith Circle, Elizabethtown, NC, 28337 Phone: 910-862-4591 What’s it…
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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…
Southeastern Regional Medical Center (SRMC) has implemented visitation restrictions starting today, Monday, Dec. 16, due to the increasing trend in flu cases throughout the region.…
BLADEN COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER’S ASSOCIATION CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT CLASS The Bladen County Law Enforcement Officers Association will host a Concealed Carry Permit Class at…
Lu Mil Vineyard in partnership with Four County Electric Membership Corporation present the annual Christmas Light Show located at 438 Suggs-Taylor Road, Elizabethtown, NC. Starting…
Since December 2nd, 2019 Bladen County Social Services is actively accepting applications for Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), the annual energy assistance program, from…
Contributed The West Key Club members are learning how to lead and stand for what’s right through service and volunteerism. In partnership with Elizabethtown Kiwanis…
Each year, the America’s Farmers Grow Communities program partners with local farmers to provide grants to local nonprofits. Sponsored by the Bayer Fund, the program…
Friday, December 13th is the last day to turn in toys if you would like to help with the annual Marines Toys for Tots campaign…
By Charlotte Smith The Elizabethtown-White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce lunch was held this past Tuesday. The lunch held a different agenda for December. Instead…
The annual Christmas for Kids project ended with smiles again this year. The Bladenboro Police Department along with Southeastern Cruisers Car Club work together each…
Bladen County Board of Education & Clarkton School of Discovery present the annual Christmas Concert
Bladen County Board of Education & Clarkton School of Discovery present the annual Christmas Concert
Bladen County Board of Education and Clarkton School of Discovery held the annual Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 12. Mrs. Elizabeth Pope, Director of Bands…
A December sunset was captured on highway 87 overlooking East Bladen High School in Elizabethtown, North Carolina. Photo contributed by Rick Hester. Share:
Elizabethtown – The Baldwin Branch Missionary Baptist Church Christmas production will be Sunday, December 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.. That’s also “Christmas Sweater Sunday” at…