COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - 25 people were arrested and charged after a months-long drug operation called ‘Operation Heat Wave’, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO).

The center will have now 10 beds available for youth who need a place to live during a time of crisis for their family.

Columbus County recently earned the distinction of being ranked #1 out of 115 school districts in North Carolina for FAFSA ...

A weather alert was issued by the NWS Wilmington NC on Thursday at 1:34 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 2 p.m. for ...

The NWS Wilmington NC issued an updated report at 4:21 p.m. on Wednesday for strong thunderstorms until 4:45 p.m. for ...

Columbus County’s overall average annual wage is $38,544. “DMA started its operations in Tabor City 15 year ago with the help of a lot of people at the local, county and state level,” said ...

The incident happened in the Whiteville area of Columbus County when deputies were called to a home about a man’s suspected ...

The drought classification for most of Columbus County has been upgraded from severe to extreme, according to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council.DMAC classified part of ...

A judge was set to hear arguments about whether Jody Greene should be removed as sheriff of Columbus County, North Carolina, when Greene resigned. He may get reelected.