- New program will help Bladen County residents with criminal records get a clean slate
Legal Aid of North Carolina now offers record expunction services for free to qualifying residents in Bladen County. Read more - 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 - 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 - Jody Greene will remain on the ballot. But can the suspended NC sheriff be reelected?
Jody Greene will remain on the ballot. But can the suspended Columbus County sheriff in NC be reelected?Read more - Judge suspends North Carolina sheriff who made racist comments
Jon David, the local prosecutor, filed a court petition Tuesday asking for Columbus County Sheriff Jody Greene to be suspended. Read more
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