Bladen Journal

09/04/2026

Early print deadline for Labor Day, so here's a peak at the Tuesday, Sept. 8 sports front. Grab your copy next week. You'll be glad you did.

09/04/2026

It had been 18 years since West Bladen had defeated East Bladen in boys’ soccer. In a span of 10 days, the Knights beat their county rivals twice.

It had been 18 years since West Bladen had defeated East Bladen in boys’ soccer.

09/03/2026

Proceeds donated to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

The 12th annual Clarkton Lions Club Strides walk is set for Saturday, Sept. 19 beginning from the parking lot adjacent to First Baptist Church at 10233 North College Street. Proceeds are donated to…

09/02/2026

Officials said another notice will be issued when the Tobermory Convenience Site is able to reopen.

BLADEN COUNTY — The Tobermory Convenience Site has been temporarily closed following an accident at the site Monday, Aug. 31, that resulted in potentially hazardous conditions.

09/02/2026

East soccer, JV volleyball, Emereau soccer also win. East's Aliah Jacobs wins in cross country.

Taylor Dowless had 16 kills and East Bladen dominated the final two sets in a 28-26, 23-25, 25-16, 25-10 victory against North Duplin in a Carolina Conference volleyball match on Patty Evers Court.

09/01/2026

“If a parent knows their child is going to be safe and cared for, they can work without the worry and focus on their job,” Smith said.

BLADEN COUNTY — For Dr. Jennifer Smith, opening a child care center in Bladen County is more than a business venture. It is a return home, the continuation of a family tradition and an opportunity to…

09/01/2026

The statewide enforcement initiative continues through Sept. 13

BLADEN COUNTY — Drivers traveling through Bladen County over the Labor Day holiday period can expect an increased focus on impaired driving as North Carolina launches its annual Labor Day “Booze It &

09/01/2026

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09/01/2026

West, East soccer, East varsity, JV volleyball with the wins

Diego Santos had a hat trick and Levi Garcia scored an unassisted goal and assisted on three Monday, Aug. 31 as West Bladen remained unbeaten with a 5-1 win against Hobbton in a boys’ soccer non…

08/31/2026

Murchison is a 2015 graduate of East Bladen High School.

Larrell Murchison signed with the Los Angeles Rams practice squad Monday, Aug. 31, a day after being cut from the National Football League team’s 53-man roster.