David Coatney

David Coatney
David Coatney

1946 – 2021

Clarkton – Mr. David Coatney passed on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville, NC.  Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 21, 2021 at 1 pm at the funeral home, burial will follow in the Clarkton Community Cemetery, Clarkton.  Viewing will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2021 from 1 till 6 pm.

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    Stomach Bug Closes Hallsboro-Artesia

    Hallsboro Artesia Elementary School closed at 12:15 p.m. today, and will remain closed tomorrow due to an outbreak of a stomach virus. The county school system made the announcement this morning shortly before noon. Classes [Read More]
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    Mom’s Friend Charged in Murder Case

    The reported boyfriend of the mother of a woman found dead in April has been arrested. Brandon Wayne Mincey, 41, of Country Village Estates, Hallsboro, is being held under $750,000 secured bond. He faces one [Read More]
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    Two Injured in Monday Shootings

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    Museum Makes a Splash in June

    The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville (NCMNS) will be making a splash during the month of June as they explore creatures who live on the land and in the sea. Come and [Read More]