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The road will feature a number of competitions and demonstrations over two days in August. (file)
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Rodeo returns to Lake Waccamaw

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Rodeo returns to Lake Waccamaw

The cowboys (and cowgirls) are coming back to Lake Waccamaw. The Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina will host a rodeo Aug. 13 – 14. It is sponsored by the Southeastern Gospel Music Association. [Read More]

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Waddell releases second book on parents

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Waddell releases second book on parents

Local author Dr. Bobby Waddell continues to detail his journey as a Christian with the  release of his second book, Turnabout.  Turnabout was published in April. It follows Principles, which was released July 2020 and details the five major [Read More]

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Academy to hold Freshman Family Night and Picnic

June 29, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Academy to hold Freshman Family Night and Picnic

Columbus Career and College Academy will be having a Freshman Family Night and Picnic on July 29, at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the Southeastern Community College campus. Due to seating limitations, the staff [Read More]

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Shop local and shop small in Tabor City for Independence Day

June 28, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Shop local and shop small in Tabor City for Independence Day

A “buy local” event is being held by the Greater Tabor City Chamber of Commerce July 1 through July 4. The event is an effort to encourage citizens to support local businesses and help the community.  [Read More]

July 4 is North Carolina's Free Fishing Day. While no license is required, all other rules apply.
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Celebrate freedom with free fishing

June 28, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Celebrate freedom with free fishing

This Independence Day, anyone in North Carolina, regardless of age, will be able to fish for free. Free Fishing Day, which runs from 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. on July 4, offers residents and out-of-state [Read More]

Delisle with one of his signature porch swings.
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Lake woodworker turns hobby into business

June 24, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Lake woodworker turns hobby into business

Don Delisle is a Lake Waccamaw local with a story to tell.  Like many at the height of the pandemic, he was laid off from his job of 46 years. With bills to pay, and [Read More]

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Fireworks set for July 1 at South Columbus High School

June 22, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Fireworks set for July 1 at South Columbus High School

The annual Independence Day fireworks show will be held this year on July 1 at South Columbus High School. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and fireworks are set to begin at 9:30 p.m. Refreshments [Read More]

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First post-pandemic Friday Fest held at museum

June 22, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on First post-pandemic Friday Fest held at museum

The first Friday Fest for 2021 – and the first since the pandemic — was held this past weekend at the Lake Waccamaw Train Depot Museum.  The tradition goes as far back as 32 years, [Read More]

Mt. Tabor Manna opened sooner than anticipated -- during the pandemic.
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Pandemic sped up plans for Mt. Tabor

June 16, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Pandemic sped up plans for Mt. Tabor

On a back street in Tabor City sits a small, local secret — a family-operated café called Mt. Tabor Manna.  The cozy little nook sits just behind the post office, a short drive down Orange [Read More]

Lori Harper sings for the crowd at Monday's ceremony in Tabor City.
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New downtown gazebo to ‘bring it together’

June 15, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on New downtown gazebo to ‘bring it together’

Donors hope the new gazebo in downtown Tabor City will provide a focal point for pride in the town. The gazebo, located at the Tabor City Library, was dedicated in a special ceremony Monday night, [Read More]

Lorrie Cartret is just one of those who work behind the scenes at area schools.
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Staff makes difference at schools

June 15, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Staff makes difference at schools

While teachers are a core part of every school, those behind the scenes are too often forgotten. The teacher’s aide is the helping hands of the classroom. Bus drivers are charged with keeping their children [Read More]

Search teams from three counties, along with a Highway Patrol helicopter and volunteers, scoured the southern end of the lake looking for the victim.
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Search ends in tragedy Sunday morning

June 14, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Search ends in tragedy Sunday morning

By Crystal Faircloth and Jefferson Weaver The body of a St. Paul’s man was recovered Sunday morning after personnel from three counties spent an arduous weekend of searching Lake Waccamaw. Francisco Javier Vazquez Hernandez, known as [Read More]

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The Good News for June 12

June 11, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on The Good News for June 12

The Lake Waccamaw Community Yard Sale that was postponed this past weekend due to weather will be held Saturday (June 12) starting at 6 a.m. Vendor spots are $10. The yard sale is held at [Read More]

Deputies Dicicco and Kellihan (CCSO photo)
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Right place, right time

June 11, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Right place, right time

Deputies use Narcan, CPR to save victim Two members of the Heavy Enforcement Action Team (HEAT) are being credited with saving a man’s life Monday. Dep. J. DiCicco and M. Kellihan were on patrol on [Read More]

Jellystone has been a destination for families and campers for more than 20 years. (Courtesy photo)
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Tabor City campground roars back after pandemic

June 7, 2021 Jeff Allen Jones Comments Off on Tabor City campground roars back after pandemic

Like all campgrounds, Jellystone Park was shut down during April 2020 due to COVID-19, but the new season is already one of the busiest in years. Just a short drive down Richard Wright Road, hidden [Read More]

Some of Tanya Hilz' alpacas. The animals soft wool is highly sought after for making clothing. (Courtesy photo)
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Love for animals leads to love for alpacas

June 7, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off on Love for animals leads to love for alpacas

So much Alpaca fleece, so little time. What’s a girl to do? Make yarn.  Tanya Hiltz is the owner and operator of Triple H Farms near Lake Waccamaw.  Her career started at the tender age [Read More]

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