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General Contractor Expands With Wilmington Office, New Vice President

A general contractor based in South Carolina has expanded into the North Carolina and South Carolina coastal markets, opening an office in Wilmington and appointing a vice president for the region. The new office for Roebuck Buildings is located at 575 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 202. The company added David...

Wilmington, NC · 7d
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New Walmart brings big crowd and Vanna White to Brunswick County

The newest Walmart in Brunswick County announced its presence with authority. "Bull Durham" quotes aside, the grand opening of the retail giant off U.S. 17 in southern Brunswick County on Nov. 4 came with fanfare, including giveaways and special appearances from "Wheel of Fortune" co-host Vanna White and country music star Niko Moon. Days before the opening, Walmart gave the StarNews a sneak peek inside its next Brunswick County location. Here's how things went with the new Walmart. Walmart first look On Nov. 2, Walmart employees were putting the final touches on the store located near Carolina Shores with a Calabash address. A week earlier, the shopping complex's other main store, Publix supermarket, opened. Inside Walmart, there were several displays to show off for the Nov. 4 opening. Christmas trees were already on the floor for sale. Employees were also stocking grocery items and beach wear. The store also has a pharmacy and car repair shop. Grand opening Hours before the doors opened at 7:30 a.m., a long line formed outside of the store. One group sitting in chairs said they had been there since 3:19 a.m. Refreshments were on hand to keep people in good spirits during a foggy

Brunswick County, NC · 7d

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Audit finds Loris misused hospitality tax funds

LORIS, SC (WMBF) - The town of Loris misused $1.3 million from its hospitality tax fund. The fund’s intended use was for tourism-related purchases, according to audit findings presented to Town Council. Findings show the money was used for more than tourism-related purchases. Auditor reads findings to council. Auditor...

Loris, SC · 7d
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Proposed 800-home development in Carolina Forest gets approval from Planning Commission

CONWAY, S.C. — The Horry County Planning Commission recommended a development agreement that could bring almost 800 homes to the Carolina Forest area. During a public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 5, the planning commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a proposed planned development project off U.S. Highway 501 in Carolina Forest.

Horry County, SC · 7d
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Dillon County Stands Alone In Rejecting Capital Projects Sales Tax

DILLON — Dillon County was the only county in South Carolina where voters rejected a capital-projects sales tax referendum on Nov. 3, turning down the proposed penny tax by roughly 2-to-1 while voters in six other counties approved theirs. In unofficial results with all precincts reporting, Dillon County’s referendum...

Dillon County, SC · 7d

The US Sun

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7-Eleven opening larger-than-usual location with 8 fuel pumps down the street from Buc-ee’s in convenience store faceoff

A SPRAWLING new 7-Eleven location is opening soon in a US city near Buc-ee’s. The addition comes only a few months after 7-Eleven confirmed it would be closing more than 600 convenience stores nationwide. Even so, a fairly massive property will open in Florence, South Carolina — about 82...

Florence, SC · 13d

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Florence Buyers Find Negotiating Room as Price Cuts Rise

Florence buyers found real negotiating room as price cuts climbed above the national share and homes spent more time on the market.

Florence, SC · 5d

The Post and Courier

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SC's first Wawa may be headed to Horry County, development group reveals

CONWAY — South Carolina's first Wawa may be headed to a busy Little River intersection, a project developer announced Nov. 5. The news came near the end of a contentious Horry County Planning Commission meeting shortly before commissioners supported amending the River Grand Planned Development District to allow a convenience store with gas pumps and a car wash on 14 acres at the corner of Water Grande Boulevard and S.C. Highway 9. Planning commission records didn't disclose any details about which company was behind the request, but a representative for the development group revealed the Wawa ...

Horry County, SC · 7d

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Coastal Concepts Hospitality Opening Pizza Restaurant in Surfside Beach

What Now has reported recently on plans by Coastal Concepts Hospitality, the group behind restaurants like The Grumpy Monk and South Coast Beer Project, to launch two new restaurants at Myrtle Beach’s Broadway at the Beach development: Southern Social and Rustic & Rye. That’s not all Coastal Concepts, headed...

Surfside Beach, SC · 9d

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Retirees Are Finding Their People At This South Carolina 55+ Community Near North Myrtle Beach, Where The Sand Is A Golf Cart Ride Away

Picture a quiet street of single-story homes where the beach sits about a mile and a half away, close enough to reach by golf cart. That is daily life at Del Webb North Myrtle Beach, a 55+ community on the South Carolina coast. Moving in retirement is a big choice,...

North Myrtle Beach, SC · 10d

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Beloved Hudson Valley Pizza Business Moves To The Carolinas

A popular pizza business confirmed the business is leaving the Hudson Valley.

North Carolina · 7d

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Georgetown County voters approve 1% sales tax referendum

GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WBTW) — Georgetown County voters approved a referendum Tuesday that will implement a 1% local option sales tax aimed at providing property tax relief. The tax, which will take effect May 1, 2027, will apply to eligible goods and services throughout the county, according to a Wednesday news release from Georgetown County officials. […]

Georgetown County, SC · 8d

The Post and Courier

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Early plans for 28-lot home development on Alligator Road approved by Florence County

FLORENCE — The Florence County Planning Commission approved a sketch plan for a 28-lot single-family home development on Alligator Road as Florence County anticipates population growth. Developer David Lowe said the development, called Alligator Gardens, would be built along the southeast border of Florence’s city limits. The new units would be nestled opposite Alligator West, Lowe’s other development. The Alligator Gardens project is located near the corner of Twin Church Road and Alligator Road. It is the joint project of David and Philip Lowe. The sketch plan shows an access road that split...

Florence County, SC · 10d

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SC: Hwasung Grows South Carolina Footprint with New Florence County Operations, Adding 32 Jobs

Hwasung Group Inc., an electrical and electronic components manufacturer, announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new Florence County operation. The company’s $5 million investment will create 32 new jobs. Founded in 1994, Hwasung manufactures precision components for elevators, marine ships, industrial robotics and energy infrastructure....

Florence County, SC · 10d

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Adams Outdoor Expands Carolina Coastal Network with Myrtle Beach Deal

Acquisition adds 115 billboard faces, including eleven digital displays, strengthening one of the Carolinas’ largest regional out-of-home advertising networks. Adams Outdoor Advertising today announced the acquisition of billboard assets from Haynes Sign Company and Invest Outdoor LTD, expanding its presence across the Myrtle Beach and Grand Strand region of South Carolina with the addition of 115 billboard faces, including 11 digital displays.

Myrtle Beach, SC · 10d

dillonnews.org

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Prominent Local Farmer Honored By Dillon County Council With Making A Difference Award

Prominent local farmer and community member Cullen Bryant was presented with the Dillon County Making A Difference Award at the Dillon County Council meeting on October 28th. The award stated: “Your steadfast support and strong voice for farmers have made a lasting impact not only on agriculture in Dillon County, but throughout the State of South Carolina. Through your leadership, experience, and dedication, you have strengthened the agricultural community and helped ensure that future generations have the opportunity to continue our proud Dillon County farming tradition.”

Dillon County, SC · 11d

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South Korea-Based Hwasung Group Plans Florence, South Carolina, Manufacturing Operations

South Korea-based electrical and electronic components manufacturer Hwasung Group Inc. plans to establish operations in Florence County, South Carolina. The $5 million project is expected to create 32 jobs. The company’s new 58,000-square-foot manufacturing facility will be located at 1611 Otis Way. Production is scheduled to begin in January 2027....

Florence, SC · 11d

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A new 7-Eleven is coming to Florence in November. It’s opening near Buc-ee’s.

FLORENCE — A new, uncommonly large 7-Eleven convenience store is set to open in Florence in late November. The final touches of construction are underway at the store, located at 221 N Cashua Dr. It's at the traffic-rich intersection of North Cashua Drive and West Darlington Street, with a...

Florence, SC · 16d

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Loris audit finds healthy reserves, questionable use of hospitality tax funds

LORIS, S.C. — The city of Loris received the results of its financial audit for fiscal year 2024-25 during its City Council meeting Monday, Nov. 2. The city received an "unmodified opinion," the highest rating an auditor can give a set of financial statements, according to Accountant Marc Wood of Camden-based Sheheen, Hancock and Godwin LLP.

Loris, SC · 10d