A Medical and Nursing job fair is planned for Tuesday, June 19th, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the NC Works Career Center of…
Posts published in May 2018
Save the date for the upcoming 2018 Father-Daughter Sweetheart Dance to benefit Bladen County 4-H. This special night will be Saturday, June 16, 2018 from…
PA-C or FNP 3 day weekend (Friday through Sunday) Above average pay and only 4 day work week. New facility with experienced support staff. Hours…
Contributed The Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy will conduct a Baccalaureate Service (Corps Only) on Friday evening, June 1, beginning at 6:45 p.m. followed…
The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater has announced their 2018-19 Schedule. Tickets for the new season will go on sale beginning at 12 noon on…
By Erin Smith The North Carolina Division of Water Resources is planning to monitor the waters of White Lake this summer. The town was contacted…
RALEIGH – The N.C. Board of Transportation took time out this week to honor employees for their heroics while on the job. On March 15, NCDOT maintenance…
Contributed RALEIGH – The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that, Antonio Kevin McKoy, 31, of…
Contributed Whiteville, NC –Columbus County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigative Unit arrested Joseph David Prince, 51, of Wright Road in Tabor City. Mr. Prince turned himself…
DUBLIN – The Small Business Center (SBC) of Bladen Community College is offering no-cost webinars and seminars in June. Parliamentary Procedures Made Easy is scheduled…
Laborer wanted for carpentry, painting, etc. Must have driver’s license and clean background check. Experience is required. Pay will be based on experience. For an appointment…
By Dora Brogdon This Saturday, June 2, the Thompson’s will hold a family reunion at the Sandy Grove Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Family and friends are…
By Erin Smith The building which formerly housed Jessup Motors and others in Elizabethtown is now a memory. The building is being torn down by…
DUBLIN – Bladen Community College is partnering with the Bladen County Opioid task force to provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes for the community with no…
By: Faye Boyne , NCDOT OPENINGS: CLOSINGS: SR1100 (Center Road) SR1100 Center Road is closed with a posted detour in both directions. Road is closed…
By Roxana Ross The field of neonatal therapy is relatively new, and Southeastern Health’s Southeastern Regional Medical Center is very proud to have two therapists…
Hard to believe, today is the last day of May 2018. It’s been a wet month, and a 70% chance of more rain today. National Weather…
Letter from Dean Hilton, HD3 Farms of the Carolinas Many people believe that a series of nuisance trials under way in the federal court in…
Two West Bladen players –junior Jose Osorio and sophmore Logan Lewis – and one from East Bladen – sophmore Jay McGill – have been named…
Raleigh, NC — Today the North Carolina State Senate voted to approve budget adjustments. All Democrats but one voted against the budget. NCGOP Chairman Robin Hayes…
RALEIGH – United States Attorney Robert J. Higdon, Jr. announced that in federal court today, Chief United States District Judge James C. Dever III sentenced JAMES TRUMAN…
RALEIGH – The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that, ANTONIO KEVIN MCKOY, 31, of Garland,…
Students at Bladenboro’s Carolina Karate have advanced in rank. Pictured (Left to Right): Emma Gilmore (Yellow Belt), Kaylee Gilmore (Yellow Belt), Hartleigh Britt (Yellow Belt), Topher…
Update: Hilo, Hawaii, Wednesday, May 30, 2018 From lava damage in Hawaii to flooding in the western part of North Carolina emergency management personnel members…
STAR – The N.C. Department of Transportation has a safety message for motorists: Never try to outrun a train at a railroad crossing. To illustrate…
By Erin Smith The NC Department of Health and Human Services has released the Bladen County State of the County Health Report for 2017. The…
Raleigh, NC — Democratic State Senator Don Davis is moving to the top of the NCGOP’s target list in this years legislative election if he votes against…
Words cannot express how proud we are of you. You are an exceptional fine young man, athlete, and student. Can’t wait to see what the…
We would like to say “Thank You” to all of our customers at Minuteman Food Mart for their generous contribution during our MDA fundraiser. Because…
By Erin Smith After 22 years, an event that many Bladen County residents have looked forward to will not take place this year. The Ammon…
The Elizabethtown Fire Department takes our responsibility very seriously. Our community is protected by dedicated and committed emergency service responders who do their jobs when…
RALEIGH —Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased all 100 of North Carolina’s counties in April. Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 7.9 percent,…
By Erin Smith The Memorial Day weekend was marred for one family after a Columbus County man was found floating in a pound near Orrum on…
By Erin Smith An Elizabethtown man was found not guilty of drugs charges and other charges against him have been dismissed. Treiman Davon Thomas, of 1003…
By Erin Smith The Healthy Bladen Collaborative met on Tuesday morning at the Bladen County Health Department and heard about a partnership formed between the Healthy Bladen…
By Erin Smith A former Smithfield Foods employee was arrested and charged with felony larceny by employee. Michael James Baxley Jr. of 310 Ronald Britt Road,…
US Senator Thom Tillis was the speaker at the 50th Annual Meeting of Southeastern Economic Development Commission, yesterday (Tuesday). He spoke about ongoing events facing…
1498 – Christopher Columbus departs with 6 ships for 3rd trip to America. 1539 – Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto discovers Florida. 1806 – Future…
BLADENBORO – Righthander Kaleb Gaddy struck out the side in the final inning to preserve an 11-7 victory for Tar Heel over the Bladenboro Yankees…
Join the men of Greater McKoy’s Chapel Church, Inc. located in Dublin, NC where Dr. Delora LeSane is the pastor, on Sunday, June 4 at 4pm for…
By Erin Smith The Southeastern Economic Development Commission marked 50 years of service in economic development on Tuesday at Cape Fear Vineyard and Winery. US Senator Thom Tillis…
by Jefferson Weaver A few years back, I accidentally became friends with a producer of so-called reality shows. He and his buddies were fascinated that…
HealthWorks is so excited that the 24-Hour Fitness area is now up and running. We will be offering specials and discounts the entire month of…
Contributed West Bladen High School Senior Sean Nunnery has been awarded a Golden Leaf Scholarship for $10,000.00. Sean will also be involved in various other…
Many Participants Will Receive Payments Beginning in Early June The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds dairy farmers of the June 1 deadline to enroll in the…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Today, the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) approved two rate change requests from Piedmont Natural Gas, which together decrease the average residential customer’s monthly…
By Dora Brogdon This week a 1 year old mal Border Collie mix named Grrumpy has been picked as Pet of the Week! This energetic…
The Bladen County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 4:00 pm on Thursday, May 31, 2018, regarding the fiscal year 2018-19 proposed…
By Erin Smith Bladen County will soon have a Teen Challenge program for women. The group will officially close on the property this week and…
May has been a wet month, not sure how much rainfall, but wet. Fortunately, the rain was needed. Monday, we recorded over 2 inches of rain…
1630 – John Winthrop begins “History of New England” 1721 – South Carolina formally incorporated as a royal colony. 1765 – Patrick Henry’s historic speech…
The Pirates won both the Elizabethtown Dixie Youth Baseball Coach Pitch Regular Season and Tournament Championships. The Pirates won the regular season with a 12-3 record…
By Rachel Gross-Zouzias Flash Flood Watch in effect until Tuesday morning.Tropical moisture streaming north into the forecast area producing periods of heavy rain through at least…
It’s Memorial Day. We pause and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. A ribbon cutting is planned for Elizabethtown…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) issued a video statement in honor of America’s fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day on Monday, May 28,…
Better move that Memorial Day cookout indoors. The day set aside to remember military members who gave their life in defense of the United States…
Tammy Heustess of Clarkton is to receive a Farm Bureau Scholarship. Bladen County Hospital celebrated National Hospital week. Kay Hester of Bladenboro graduated Summa Cum…
1664 – 1st Baptist Church organizes (Boston) 1892 – Sierra Club formed by John Muir and others in San Francisco, for conservation of nature. 1923…
LAKE POINT, GA – Elizabethtown’s Lefrederick Wooten and his Dirt Bags Camo baseball team were defeated 5-4 Sunday by the 643 DP Cougars from Atlanta,…
1796 – James S McLean patents his piano. 1916 – Groundbreaking begins on Hugh Grant Circle in Bronx. 1916 – President Woodrow Wilson addresses the…
LAKE POINT, GA – Elizabethtown’s Lefrederick Wooten and his Dirt Bags Camo baseball team won two more games Saturday in the Perfect Game Wood Bat…
RALEIGH – The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 20 new troopers at a graduation ceremony for the 144th Basic Highway Patrol School. The ceremony ended 15 weeks…
By Joy Warren Related articles: https://bladencounty.org/remembering-those-killed-in-action-in-vietnam-this-memorial-day/ https://bladencounty.org/visual-improvements-to-lake-water/
Memorial Day Tribute By Ellen Gause I personally do not know any veterans who lost their lives in service to our country. However, I would…
Memorial Day weekend 2018 is here. White Lake water appears to be improving, apparently OK to swim and play in and boat on. A chance of showers…
A chance of showers is in the forecast, and a tropical storm threatens the southern most parts of the US, as hurricane season begins. Lest we forget,…
1861 – US Postmaster General Blair announces end of postal connection with South. 1868 – US President Andrew Johnson avoids impeachment by 1 vote. 1896…
BLADENBORO – Weston Hilburn and Hunter Hester combined to pitch a no-hitter and strike out 8 batters to lead the Bladenboro Reds to an 11-0…
Elizabethtown Middle School held its athletic awards banquet recently. Alexus Mitchell was named Female Athlete of the Year. Raymond Autry and Chase Starkloff were named…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, members of North Carolina’s Congressional Delegation sent a letter to Governor Roy Cooper requesting information on the distribution of Hurricane Matthew recovery…
Raleigh, NC — North Carolina lawmakers recently announced additions to the state budget including school safety initiatives as part of a comprehensive plan to increase the protection…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds dairy farmers of the June 1 deadline to enroll in the improved Margin Protection Program for Dairy (MPP-Dairy). Many producers will…
By Erin Smith On Monday, the Take Back NC Initiative unveiled a get tough plan for drug dealers. The plan calls for stiffer penalties…
With the alum treatments having been completed one week ago, many Bladen County residents who have not yet had the opportunity to visit White Lake are…
Bladen County Smart Start’s Lending Library presents Family Fun Time every Monday and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. These fun and engaging family workshops will take place at the Bladen Smart Start…
In honor of EMS Week Bladen County Hospital surprised the local EMS team with their own office space at the hospital. Tommy Lindsay, Engineering Director,…
NEW BERN – The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that, Kiet Vo, 50, of Fayetteville,…
By Rachel Gross-Zouzias Warm and humid weather will continue through the weekend with isolated to scattered showers or thunderstorms through Sunday. Showers and thunderstorms will…
East Bladen High School held its athletic banquet Thursday night. Pierce Melvin was named the Male Athlete of the Year and Ashley Hardin was…
Municipal and County governments are always looking for various ways to help keep citizens informed about important events and emergencies taking place in their communities.…
By Dr. Mike Walden Two decades ago I wrote an op-ed piece discussing the idea of a mileage tax as a replacement for the gas…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) announced they have secured a provision in the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, voted in favor of the committee’s markup of the John S. McCain National Defense…
Social media provides so much info, good and bad. It’s a place where opinions are expressed, where we learn so much. I really enjoy scrolling…
1721 – John Copson becomes America’s 1st insurance agent. 1787 – Constitutional convention opens at Philadelphia, George Washington presiding. 1895 – Oscar Wilde sentenced to…
RALEIGH – The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announced that Chief United States District Judge James C.…
WILMINGTON– The United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Robert J. Higdon, Jr., announces that a Federal grand jury in Wilmington has…
By Dora Brogdon This weekend there will be plenty for Bladen County residents to see and do as they prepare to celebrate the Memorial Day…
Includes Tillis-Warren Proposal Protecting Veterans From Predatory Lending WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing,…
The Bladen County Opioid Task Force will host a Community Forum tonight (Thursday, May 24th) at 6:30 p.m. at Bladen Community College Auditorium. The forum…
By Erin Smith The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a “near to above normal” 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. The hurricane season officially…
Raleigh- Updated Information regarding the funeral of fallen Trooper Samuel Bullard is as follows: Visitation will be at the Walker Center at Wilkes Community College…
Washington, D.C. – Congressman David Rouzer released the following statement following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a bill passed…
There will be a barbecue pork and chicken plate sale on Saturday, May 26, from 11 am to 3 pm at Graham Tabernacle FBH Church. The church…
By Erin Smith Smithfield Foods is investing in Bladen County with a $115 million expansion. Part of that expansion will see the NC Department of…
Pittenger’s legislation to clarify commercial lending rules included in Financial Regulatory Reform bill WASHINGTON – Today, President Donald Trump signed major regulatory reform legislation into…
By Erin Smith Bladen County residents are being urged to secure their four wheelers when they are not in use after a rash of four…
By Erin Smith The Shallotte Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the man in the photos. He is wanted for questioning…
A Chicken & Rice Plate Sale is planned for Saturday, June 9, beginning at 11a.m. All proceeds go to benefit Jessica Allen Ludlum. Cost of…