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Author: Ivey Schofield

Ivey Schofield is a staff writer at Border Belt Independent.
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Health-coverage open enrollment is underway. Here’s what to know in NC’s Border Belt

The enrollment period for federally subsidized health plans opened this week, which could be an opportunity for many people in southeastern North Carolina. Read more Continue reading Health-coverage open enrollment is underway. Here’s what to know in NC’s Border Belt

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
November 2, 2022November 3, 2022
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NC sheriff’s office already facing calls for change hired deputy accused of assault

The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office has hired a former Bladen County deputy who resigned last year after he was accused of beating a suspect with a flashlight following a high-speed chase.  Read more Continue reading NC sheriff’s office already facing calls for change hired deputy accused of assault

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 28, 2022November 8, 2022
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Health

Bladen County’s plan for opioid settlement money has been in the works for years

Bladen County formed a substance misuse task force in 2017 that came up with a strategic plan to combat the opioid epidemic. Read more Continue reading Bladen County’s plan for opioid settlement money has been in the works for years

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 28, 2022October 28, 2022
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After sheriff resigns, Black residents say racism is part of life in Columbus County

Some Black residents in Columbus County say the controversy surrounding Jody Greene, who resigned as sheriff, highlights a larger problem of racism. Read more Continue reading After sheriff resigns, Black residents say racism is part of life in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 24, 2022November 8, 2022
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NC sheriff resigns during hearing to decide if he would be removed from office

Suspended Columbus County Sheriff Jody Greene resigned from office on Monday during a hearing to decide whether he’d be removed from office. Read more Continue reading NC sheriff resigns during hearing to decide if he would be removed from office

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 24, 2022October 25, 2022
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Bladen County Sheriff’s Office creates a ‘softer’ space for crime victims

The Bladen County Sheriff’s Office now has a “soft” for crime victims and survivors of abuse. Other agencies can use the space, too. Read more Continue reading Bladen County Sheriff’s Office creates a ‘softer’ space for crime victims

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 21, 2022October 21, 2022
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Here’s a list of every candidate on the Nov. 8 ballot in Columbus County

In Columbus County, suspended sheriff Jody Greene has dominated headlines in the weeks ahead of the Nov. 8 election. But voters will also decide on several other races, from the U.S. Senate to local school boards. Read more Continue reading Here’s a list of every candidate on the Nov. 8 ballot in Columbus County

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 17, 2022November 2, 2022
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Who is on the ballot in Bladen County for Nov. 8 election?

Voters in Bladen County will decide on several races for the Nov. 8 midterm election, from federal offices to a local referendum on alcohol sales. Read more Continue reading Who is on the ballot in Bladen County for Nov. 8 election?

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 17, 2022October 19, 2022
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As developers move in, Columbus County debates preservation and progress

New residential projects in rural Columbus County are leading to debates about preservation, progress and the future. Read more Continue reading As developers move in, Columbus County debates preservation and progress

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 14, 2022October 14, 2022
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Black women are walking toward better health in Columbus County. Here’s how to join them

GirlTrek, a global health initiative for Black women, has teams in Columbus County. New participants can join the Jumpstart challenge.Read more Continue reading Black women are walking toward better health in Columbus County. Here’s how to join them

Ivey SchofieldIvey Schofield
October 11, 2022October 11, 2022

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