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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 June 17-23, 2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there from the CCN family. We hope you all have a wonderful and blessed weekend. If you’re looking to have a big...

Crystal Faircloth
June 17, 2026
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Lake Celebrates 250th

The Town of Lake Waccamaw has many annual traditions when it comes to Independence Day, but this year the municipality will be adding more events in honor of America’s 250th birthday. The...

Crystal Faircloth
June 15, 2026
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The Good News June 10-16, 2026

School is out for the summer, and plenty of activities are planned in Columbus County to keep you and the youngsters busy. Go check out the BGHNC Day of Hope, read...

Crystal Faircloth
June 10, 2026
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Lake Adopts 2026 Budget

The Town of Lake Waccamaw had a lot of business to discuss at the June 9 meeting held on Tuesday night. ‘A penny saved is a penny earned,’ and commissioners agreed&nbsp...

Crystal Faircloth
June 9, 2026
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The Good News June 3-9, 2026

All work and no play can make for a pretty boring weekend, but Columbus County is anything but that on Saturday. Check out Skate Night at the Farmers Market, eat breakfast with...

Crystal Faircloth
June 3, 2026
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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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