Someone once said that time flies, but actually, time does not stop running. by Danna Martínez Time is made up of the sequence of events,…
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by Danna Martínez Some have reasons to love cheese. Others have reason to hate it. The reality is that cheese is a very famous product.…
by Danna Martínez Beyond being a sign of friendship, fraternity is a moral value and a link that unites people. Between siblings or relatives, there…
by Danna Martínez Millions of people have experienced it. The most thoughtful and dedicated people are sure to share in it as well—to dawdle or…
by Danna Martínez Every time a person has an experience, memory is generated. Over time, memories are stored in the human mind. Many people can…
Headmaster’s List (All A’s) – 3rd nine week grading period 3rd grade Gabriel Bowker, Emily Campbell, Holt Campbell, Hayes Clifton, Kendall Haney, Kendal Irving, Sarah-John…
Eight Harrells Chrisitan Academy (HCA) Crusaders were recognized as Terrific Kids during the 3rd nine weeks of school. These students stood out to their teachers…
by Danna Martínez Knowledge has an unlimited scope. However, studies require knowledge, just as knowledge also requires studies. Gnoseology is the branch of philosophy in…
by Danna Martínez This month is Autism Awareness Month. One of the purposes of April is to raise awareness about this condition. Moreover, this cause…
Contributed In honor of National Park Week, Moores Creek National Battlefield will hold Junior Ranger Day at the park on Saturday, April 24 from 10…
Telepathy, more connected than ever by Danna Martínez Over time, thousands of forms of communication have developed. However, we often want people to think about…
by Danna Martínez In today’s world, languages are an essential part of human interaction. The contributions when learning a new language allow not only to…
by Danna Martínez Today is the national empanada day, and it must be celebrated as it deserves. It can be with meat, chicken, cheese, mushrooms,…
The Southeastern Times was a Bladen County newspaper back in the 1970’s and 1980’s. It covered news, sports, lifestyles and other happenings in the mother…
Burgaw, NC – In keeping with the Governor’s Executive Order on Mass Gatherings, the NC Blueberry Festival Association announced that the 2021 NC Blueberry Festival…
by Cheryl Thurston Happy Spring everyone! Happy Valentine’s Day! And Happy Easter too! As we are trudging along, hoping to get back to something close…
The photo above is of West Bladen High School Student, Shamique after her organ transplant. The article was written by Emily Young, a sophomore on…
Contributed Former Bladen County resident Dr. Lynn Welborn’s Crazy Beach series concludes with this week’s release by Federal Point Books of “Crazy Beach-Disc III-Craziest Beach.”…
Easter, also called Resurrection Sunday, is the holiday in which the resurrection of Jesus Christ is commemorated. In the Christian faith, founded from the books…
by Danna Martínez It is considered one of the essential properties and physical units for the functioning of the whole. Energy is present in all…
Since the week of Valentine’s Day, Bladen Online has published a cooking show with tips, tricks, games, and other surprises on our YouTube Channel. A…
by Danna Martínez There are multiple groups and communities worldwide that differ from each other, either by their traits, culture, or social order. Anthropology is…
by Charlotte Smith Rock star and multi-talented artist Beck Black is making headlines again. Although the Covid Pandemic has caused distress in Hollywood, Beck Black, a…
Pictured in the photo above from left to right: Austin Burney, Kenneth Williams, Kevin Williams, Thomas J Davis, Hayden Brisson, Nolan Brisson, Chloe Blanks Community…
by Danna Martínez One of the best manifestations of time and dedication can be a handicraft. A handmade object contains significant meaning and, indeed, a…
On Thursday, March 25, (31) inmates at the Bladen County Detention Center elected to receive the COVID-19 (coronavirus) vaccine as well as (7) employees. They…
By Barbra A. Millier 1lb. ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon salt 1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent rolls 1 can (4 oz.) mushrooms…
de Danna Martínez Hoy es el día para pasear por el parque. Empieza la primavera, el calor llega, las flores florecen y el parque…
by Danna Martínez Today is the Take a Walk in the Park Day! Spring begins, the heat arrives, the flowers bloom, and a park…
by Danna Martínez Some experiences will not seem so valuable before taking the time to write them down and detail them. The description of each…
By Nicole Smith On March 30th, 1842, Dr. Crawford W. Long first used ether for surgical anesthesia. In Winder, Georgia, in 1933, Eudora Brown Almond,…
by Danna Martínez Incentivizing, motivating, influencing, organizing, and innovating are just some of the functions of a leader, and, like their work, their contributions go…
The parents of a local high school on the west side of Bladen County are organizing a prom. The theme for the Junior and Senior…
Litter has plagued the roadways in Bladen County over the past year. Covid halted the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office litter pickup program and affected the concern for…
by Danna Martínez Why do vegetables have such a bad reputation? Is it its appearance? Taste? Or is it just custom not to love them?…
by Danna Martínez Today is the birthday of Quentin Tarantino, producer, director, screenwriter, editor, and actor. And if that wasn’t enough, one of the most…
In a social media post today, Star Communications reminded residents of the importance of calling officials before starting property projects. The post stated, “Remember to call 811…
UPDATED: One More Day of Paving and Striping on 701 Bridge in Elizabethtown On Tuesday, the bridge’s traffic over the Cape Fear River in Elizabethtown…
BladenOnline’s Danna Martínez and Charlotte Smith wore hats to work today for Wear a Hat Day to bring more awareness about brain tumors. by…
Imagine me showing up to your home or business for the first time to discuss a very important matter with implications that will effect the…
by Danna Martínez Mobility and how we transport ourselves daily have evolved throughout history to become one of the primary uses of human beings in…
Mrs. Ilka McElveen, a local business owner and author announced the publication of Pathways to Her Rise. Mrs. McElveen is a co-author of the book.…
Contributed The Elizabethtown–White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce announced that its busy planning the 42nd Annual White Lake Water Festival for Friday, May 21 and…
Contributed Bladen County EMS Captain Shelton Lewis had the opportunity to help out the local Boy Scout troop here in Elizabethtown with first aid classes.…
by Danna Martínez Fantasizing, dreaming, and imagining. These terms seem simple until they take over a person’s attitude and turn them into a nefelibata. Fantasizing…
Bladen Community College (BCC) Board of Trustees held its regularly scheduled meeting on March 23, 2021. The board approved the meeting to be held telephonically,…
FAYETTEVILLE, NC — Cape Fear Valley Health held a one-day, walk-in clinic for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday, March 24, at the Cape Fear Valley Rehab Auditorium…
by Danna Martínez Beyond cultivating the land and producing food, agriculture is one of the most critical factors in society. Therefore, this week is celebrated…
by Danna Martínez Getting to understand all aspects of a person is practically impossible, not only because a person’s mind is constantly changing, but also…
Most of us want the best for our children. However, child abuse and neglect are all too common occurrences. Abuse is the intentional maltreatment of…
Blustery- let yourself go, but not by the wind by Danna Martínez Blustery can be a problem; it can slightly ruffle the hair or even…
West Bladen High School released their school’s honor roll lists. Superintendent’s List – No grade lower than 96 and 7 absences or less in all…
by Danna Martínez Women’s History Month celebrates and recognizes the achievements, contributions, and successes of women. Women’s contribution is vital to building and strengthening today’s…
By Nicole Smith Every year on March 22nd, we have a duty… One which I, personally, take rather seriously. Should you choose to accept it,…
Contributed March 23 is National Ag Day, a day to honor farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners. This year’s celebration takes on special significance because…
The Elizabethtown Primary School released their Honor Roll lists today. 4 th Grade Superintendent’s List Alayna Roberson A Honor Roll Jacob Allen, Kynslie Kinlaw, Autumn…
Jennifer Lea King Oxendine passed away at the age of 47 years old after a courageous battle with cancer. She is from Little River, SC,…
Bladen Community College announces a new way to accelerate your progress to reaching your educational or career goals. A four (4) weeks mini- semester this…
Contributed Carolina Hunger Initiative will offer free, online Cooking Matters at Home lessons designed for recipients of food assistance programs. Classes will be held March 24 to April…
The Guardian ad Litem Program was established by statute in 1983. The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program has been serving abused and neglected children…
West Point Pepperell announced that they would be locating a 63,000 square foot plant on highway 87 west of Elizabethtown. The plant will cost over…
by Danna Martínez Figuring out what is right, what is fair, and what is wrong is based on the principle of justice, and it’s not…
(NewsUSA) – A combination of stress, lack of sleep, and increased time squinting at screens as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic means that our…
(NewsUSA) – Silver and gold, long-time staples in the global economy, are entering the age of digital finance. Gold and silver have a history as…
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…
Statistics show with every two seconds passing by; there is at least one person in need of blood in the United States. Blood donations help…
by Danna Martínez One of the most significant necessities for the human to progress is innovating. Through time, innovations have change people’s perspectives and lifestyles,…
One of North Carolina’s premier vacation destinations, Goldston’s Beach at White Lake, is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year with a major facelift and new…
Due to severe storm threats, Moores Creek National Battlefield will close today at 3:00 pm. Park staff will assess conditions tomorrow and offer an update…
The rise in overdoses, suicides, and other substance misuse issues has caused much concern in local communities. The Bladen County Substance Misuse Task Force met…
By Nicole Smith We all have some of our Grandma’s old cereal or spaghetti containers in our cabinets. Maybe even an old Mix-N-Stor or FridgeSmart. Tupperware is one kitchen…
by Danna Martínez Saint Patrick’s Day is a festival of Christian origin celebrated every year on March 17 in commemoration of the death of Saint…
by Danna Martínez Have you ever heard of a world where everything is okay? In which there are no problems? A space in which everything…
On Monday, March 15, 2021, the Bladen County Board of Education met for a special session virtually to discuss In-Person Learning for all grades. All…
Por Danna Martínez Administrar el dinero puede ser una tarea complicada y, a menudo, frustrante. La realidad es que el dinero está presente en…
by Danna Martínez Managing money can be a complicated and often frustrating task. The reality is that money is present in multiple aspects of…
by Danna Martínez The number pi has been recognized worldwide for being a mathematical constant. Today 03/14 is the commemoration of Pi number in the…
Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery sold over 500 tickets to their Saturday evening concert. Loud cheers exploded welcoming Jo Dee Messina to the stage on…
Contributed On October 17, 2018, our county experienced a great loss when NCSHP Master Trooper Kevin Conner was shot and killed in the line of…
by Danna Martínez Drawing as an example of graphic art is a tool that represents feelings, ideas, or thoughts that are often difficult to express…
Cuando el horario de verano comienza el domingo 14 de marzo, el comisionado de seguros Mike Causey les recuerda a todos que deben cambiar las…
When daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 14, Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey reminds everyone to change the batteries in your household smoke and carbon…
In the photo above Denise Taylor Bridgers with Lu Mil Vineyard is seen presenting Richard Sibbett, a Dublin Peanut Festival member, with a $1000 check.…
America is known as the “melting pot” due to the cultural fusion of immigrants in the States. According to womenshistorymonth.gov, March is Women’s History Month – commemorating…
By Danna Martinez Each person has the possibility of creating creative and innovative ideas. Still, the entrepreneur is the motivated one. They execute the ideas,…
By Leyton Ezzell You take a deep breath, you ready yourself to throw the javelin, and everyone in the world is watching you. You are…
(NewsUSA) – For the past year, the pandemic has changed Americans’ lives in more ways than they could have ever imagined and that includes their…
by Danna Martínez The faculty of venting frustrations, expressing thoughts, releasing those emotions on an inner level is part of a method called catharsis. In…
Miss Tamia Nicole Barber, a junior at West Bladen High School, has been selected to attend North Carolina Governor’s School for the 2021 session! The…
The photo above is a screenshot of the Bladen County Schools website. It was sent to BladenOnline after the meeting by a Bladen County Schools…
The Bladen County Misuse Task Force continues to work for the betterment of local citizens. The task force will hold a meeting today, Tuesday, March…
by Danna Martinez Community Baptist Academy is celebrating its 45th Anniversary by educating. According to the school’s officials, it is very gratifying to see the…
Contributed by Natalie H. Pope In collaboration with the Parent Teacher Organization and FFA Chapter, Harrells Christian Academy recently completed the construction of their first…
The North Carolina Beta Convention announced winners of the virtual state competitions. West Bladen High School brought home several awards. Following are the WBHS Beta…
The March Board of Education meeting will be conducted virtually and held on Monday, March 8, beginning at 6 PM. Although the Bladen County Schools’…
RALEIGH – In North Carolina, March through May is historically recognized as spring wildfire season, a period when conditions are more favorable for wildfire. As residents…
by Danna Martínez Day by day, the world is connecting more. People are becoming closer, customs are beginning to be shared and recognized throughout the…
Elizabethtown, NC – Heavyn Smith, a 9th grader at East Bladen High School of Elizabethtown, is a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders…
The 2021 Spring Boutique and Craft Fair is scheduled at Trinity United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown. The fair will be held on April 17, 2021,…
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the book signing and book club scheduled for Thursday, March 25, has been rescheduled. Mrs. McElveen will be at the BladenOnline…