Lake Waccamaw faithful will take on Cerro Gordo devotees

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Friday, September 30th, 2011, 11:49am

Lake Waccamaw faithful will take on Cerro Gordo devotees

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) — Two Columbus County high schools will meet during the seventh week of high school football action on Friday, Sept. 30.

The West Columbus Vikings (1-5) will travel to Lake Waccamaw for a match against the Gators of East Columbus (2-3).

TJ Spivey’s Vikings are coming off of a 49-6 loss to South Columbus and Toby Kasell’s Gators are looking to make it three wins in a row after a bye week.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

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CHARGED: Seven young men accused of breaking into vehicles

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Thursday, September 29th, 2011, 5:14pm

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – More than half a dozen young
men have been charged for breaking into more than 20 vehicles.

According to the Lake Waccamaw Police Department, seven
young men between the ages of 17 and 21 were charged for the crimes.

The young men charged are:

Aaron Jacobs
Alvin Pemberton
Taylor Terrell
James Jacobs
William Bordeaux
David Bridgers
Henry Giles

Investigators said they went into unlocked cars in the Lake
Shore Drive and Canal Cove areas and stole several items.

Police say only two of the young men were involved in all
the break-ins.

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PICTURES: Massive tree ripped from the ground

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Thursday, September 29th, 2011, 1:10pm

(Source: Trish Arthur)

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Overnight storm rips massive tree out of the ground

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Thursday, September 29th, 2011, 11:30am

Overnight storm rips massive tree out of the ground

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) — This massive tree on the corner of Lake Shore Drive and Pecan Lane in Lake Waccamaw fell during Wednesday night's storm.

The large oak tree is reportedly more than a century old. Women were spotted at the tree Thursday, cutting branches so they can make walking canes.

WECT viewer Trish Arthur submitted these photos and said that the tree was admired and known by many in the community.

To see more photos of the tree, check out this photo gallery.

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New combo Town Hall, Fire Station opens in Sandyfield

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Thursday, September 29th, 2011, 11:14am

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) — The new combination Town Hall and Fire Station is now open in Sandyfield, according to the Whiteville News Reporter.

Congressman Mike McIntyre, Mayor Garry Keaton, former mayors Perry Dixon and Herbert Keaton, and community members were in attendance at a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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SCC offers course on the Art of Influencing Others

Submitted by Ashley Barker, Community Web Producer

Thursday, September 29th, 2011, 10:01am

SCC offers course on the Art of Influencing Others

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – Southeastern Community College released the following list of continuing education seminars being offered in the coming weeks:

Basic Accounting for Small Business A Basic Accounting for Small Business class will be offered on Tuesdays, Oct. 4- Nov. 22, from 6-9 p.m. in T- Building, room 122. The registration fee is $65. The course will provide new or existing small business owners with knowledge of basic accounting principles and how to set up a workable but simple accounting system. Students will learn terminology, components of an accounting system and how to use the accounting system to measure profitability.
Advanced Digital Photography Advanced Digital Photography will be offered on Tuesdays, Oct. 4 – Nov. 22 from 6-9 p.m. in Cartrette Technology Center, room 126. The registration fee is $65. Students will refine their skills in composition, cropping, lighting and portraiture. Students will also be introduced to processing of photographs on computers using Photoshop and free software. The class includes one field trip to the county fair. Students must bring a USB “thumb” drive to class.

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Investigation launches into claims against Columbus DSS Director

Submitted by WECT Web Staff

Wednesday, September 28th, 2011, 4:45pm

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WECT) – The director of the Department of Social Services in Columbus County is now on investigative leave with pay after a specially called meeting Tuesday afternoon of the board.

The meeting comes on the heels of a DSS worker being fired for personal misconduct regarding profane postings made on Facebook about her job and clients.

Gerald Fogle is the director now on leave. Board Chairman Michael Lewis said the board has received complaints from employees stating there's been unfair treatment and discrimination. He says most of the claims were made by minorities and women who felt Fogle treated them poorly.

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