Why early childhood education matters in Columbus County
Selena Rowell, executive director of the Columbus County Partnership for Children, discusses why early childhood education matters and highlights resources for families and childcare providers, includ...
30 Juli 21min
From the Secret Service back to Tabor City: Police Chief Kevin Fowler's unexpected journey
How does someone go from protecting the nation's leaders and investigating nuclear security cases to leading a small-town police department in Columbus County? Tabor City Police Chief Kevin Fowler joi...
26 Juni 17min
Day of Hope is June 13. Here's why Boys and Girls Homes created it
Day of Hope is coming to the Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina campus on June 13, bringing health screenings, food assistance, family resources, children's activities and community partners toget...
5 Juni 1s
On the Record: How a Columbus County nonprofit is working to uplift rural youth
What challenges are facing young people in rural southeastern North Carolina — and what can communities do about it?On this episode of On the Record, Justin Smith talks with Edwrin Sutton of Men and W...
26 Maj 18min
The plan for Columbus County’s newest school
Columbus County Schools has officially broken ground on the long-awaited East View Elementary-Middle School in Bolton. Superintendent Eddie Beck joins On the Record to break down what this $54.6 milli...
17 Apr 26min
Whiteville City Manager Sean Martin on coming home to serve
New Whiteville City Manager Sean Martin joins On the Record to talk about returning home and stepping into the city’s top administrative role.He discusses how his local roots and experience in Whitevi...
2 Apr 22min
Meet the candidates: GOP primary for Columbus County commissioner District 6
Justin Smith, publisher of The News Reporter, hosts this episode of On the Record focused on the Republican primary for the District 6 seat on the Columbus County Board of Commissioners.Incumbent Rick...
26 Feb 43min
Meet the candidates: Democratic primary for District 7 Columbus County commissioner
Justin Smith, publisher of The News Reporter, hosts this episode of On the Record focused on the Democratic primary for the District 7 seat on the Columbus County Board of Commissioners.Two former loc...
11 Feb 29min
