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Crystal Faircloth

Crystal Faircloth is a General Assignment Reporter from Lake Waccamaw, NC. She can be reached at (910) 914-6056 or by email at crystalfaircloth@columbuscountynews.com

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The Good News May 27-June 2, 2026

Donation, celebration, and education are just a few of the words that describe the round up of events over the next couple of weeks in Columbus County. Sign your child...

Crystal Faircloth
May 27, 2026
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CCN VBS List for 2026

Kids will soon be out of school for summer break, and vacation Bible school submissions are rolling into the newsroom from area churches here at Columbus County News. If your religious...

Crystal Faircloth
May 25, 2026
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The Good News May 20-26, 2026

This weekend is Memorial Day weekend, and there are tons of things planned throughout the rest of May. Check out a gun safety workshop, donate blankets and supplies to two...

Crystal Faircloth
May 20, 2026
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Lakeside Worship Services Start Sunday

Lakeside worship services will begin Memorial Day Sunday and will run every weekend through Labor Day Sunday starting on May 24. The services are held at 9 a.m. at the Lake Waccamaw Campground Pavilio...

Crystal Faircloth
May 19, 2026
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Lake Waccamaw Honors America’s 250th Anniversary

The Town of Lake Waccamaw has officially recognized the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America with a proclamation celebrating the nation’s rich history, civic values, and the...

Crystal Faircloth
May 13, 2026
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The Good News May 13-19, 2026

Community gatherings, resource information opportunities, and the Sheepdog Foundation’s fifth annual Cookout 4 Cops are all on the agenda for the next couple of weeks. If you’re looking fo...

Crystal Faircloth
May 13, 2026
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Lake to Preserve ISO Rating with Truck and Cut Costs

Lake Waccamaw took steps at its May Town Hall meeting to preserve the area’s ISO rating, so that residents won’t incur higher homeowner insurance costs. The decision was made after Fire Ch...

Crystal Faircloth
May 12, 2026
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The Good News May 6-12, 2026

Just when you thought spring events were slowing down, May comes in with a wind-up and a pitch to throw us right back into the swing of things. There is...

Crystal Faircloth
May 6, 2026
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2026 Charity Golf Tourney for Cancer Announced

The side effects of cancer treatment are never a pretty thing, but a woman in South Carolina is doing everything she can to make life a little easier for patients...

Crystal Faircloth
May 4, 2026
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The Good News April 29-May 5, 2026

The Good News this week is full of good eats, giving folks, and fundraising opportunities. We just can’t get enough of hearing about all the great things everyone is doing...

Crystal Faircloth
April 29, 2026
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The Good News for April 22-28, 2026

There are festivals and events galore to keep you busy throughout the weekend in Columbus County. Gator Fest, Robinson Produce Strawberry Festival and Flower Show, and the Fair Bluff BBQ on Bluff are...

Crystal Faircloth
April 22, 2026
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Contracts, EMS, and Gator Fest Discussed at Lake

Lake Waccamaw held a brief, but productive Town Hall meeting on Tuesday evening, April 21. New contracts were adopted, EMS and fire members were recognized, and folks were all a...

Crystal Faircloth
April 21, 2026
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The Good News April 15-21, 2026

Spring is in the air, and Columbus County is swinging into action with tons of activities, festivals, fundraisers, and musical opportunities for everyone to enjoy. April is full of fun, entertainment,...

Crystal Faircloth
April 15, 2026
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Lake Gears Up for 2026 Gator Fest

The N.C. Gator Fest in Lake Waccamaw is set for April 25 at Elizabeth Brinkley Park, and it’s going to be bigger than ever this year. The fourth annual event promises to far surpass all the othe...

Crystal Faircloth
April 14, 2026
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The Good News April 8-14, 2026

It’s time to get outside, and there are plenty of activities to keep you and your family busy this weekend in Columbus County. Hang out at the Farmers Market, visit...

Crystal Faircloth
April 8, 2026
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Honeybee Swarm Saved in Lake Community

A community in Lake Waccamaw woke up to the buzzing of tiny winged heroes on Tuesday morning, and a local beekeeper swooped in to save the displaced hive. Russell Tyler of Waccamaw Apiaries was...

Crystal Faircloth
April 7, 2026
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