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Southeastern Community College’s chief academic officer has been named the next president of Rockingham Community College.

Barrier Fencing Supply Company will establish a headquarters and manufacturing facility in Columbus County creating 151 jobs, according to a Thursday announcement by Gov. Josh Stein.

John Council became the new chairman of the Columbus Jobs Foundation at the group’s annual business meeting in January. He replaces Les High, who served as chairman for six years.

Thirteen local leaders from across Columbus County were welcomed into the latest Leadership Columbus class. One participant described his experience so far as an "eye-opener."

Whiteville’s Hair FETish Salon & Spa has moved to a larger, more visible location and added to the services it provides. But when clients ask owner Autumn Simmons whether she plans to change the name, her answer is “Absolutely not. We’re going to carry on the legacy” of the company’s founder, Frances Emette Tedder, she said.

From coffee to "Pet Food At Your Door," here are 37 new corporations in Columbus County.

How brothers from Beaverdam rose through the ranks to lead two of Columbus County’s largest institutions. ?? This story first ran in 954 magazine, a publication of The News Reporter.

The Columbus County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism recognized Gail Edwards and Rhonda Bullard-Dutton with awards during the organization’s annual meeting Tuesday at Vineland Station.

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