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The Post and Courier

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Horry County cuts ties with fire chief, stays silent on reason

CONWAY — Longtime Horry County Fire Rescue Chief Joseph Tanner is no longer with the agency as of Nov. 10, but officials remain silent on the circumstances surrounding his departure. HCFR spokesman Tony Casey told The Post and Courier Tuesday night that Deputy Chief Mike Norket will take over the agency amid a search for Tanner's permanent replacement. Casey declined to elaborate when asked whether Tanner was terminated. Tanner's exit came on the same day Horry County Council's public safety committee met behind closed doors for over an hour to discuss what county attorney David Jordan describ...

Horry County, SC · 2d

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Habitat for Humanity of Horry County ReStore’s biggest sale of the year is this month

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - We visited Habitat Horry’s ReStore in Socastee, where we browsed Christmas decorations and even spotted a boat someone donated. We also learned about volunteer opportunities and how the organization helps build homes for local families. Don’t forget to shop their Black Wednesday Sale, happening...

Horry County, SC · 1d
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This woman and her dog have taken to the motorcycle life

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (InvestigateTV) - Paige Parlato kicks her motorcycle alive, and her Doberman mix, Han, is ready to ride. “He’s very laidback, he really likes to be where I’m at, but he really can have some energy if he wants to,” Parlato said. Parlato and Han...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 4h
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Mr. Joe White Extension in Myrtle Beach temporarily closed, city says

MYRTLE BEACH S.C. (WPDE) — Mr. Joe White Extension is temporarily closed near the SiteOne Landscaping Supply store due to a fallen tree tangled in power lines, according to a post by the Myrtle Beach City Government. Santee Cooper crews are on site, as well as Myrtle Beach Public...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 23h
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Myrtle Beach Sun-News

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Are there buried shipwrecks in Myrtle Beach sands? You could be sunbathing on one

Numerous items wash up on the Grand Strand’s more than 60 miles of beaches, many becoming buried beneath the sand. In Myrtle Beach, beachgoers who pitch their umbrellas and spread their blankets along parts of the shore might be surprised to know that they may be walking on top of two shipwrecks. The ships were briefly uncovered when two major hurricanes hit the South Carolina coast, only to be reburied after years of beach renourishment and time. Jack Thompson, who has spent 75 years chronicling Myrtle Beach’s history, was able to snap photos of both wrecks, capturing rare moments in time. Here’s what to know about the shipwrecks and where they are located. The Freeda A. Wyley After Hurricane Hazel made landfall in Myrtle Beach on Oct. 15, 1954, causing extensive damage and deaths, the storm uncovered the timbers of the barkentine Freeda A. Wyley at 43rd Avenue North. Thompson was able to photograph the remains of the 507-ton, three-masted ship. The ship had encountered a hurricane off the coast of Myrtle Beach in 1893 and burned to the waterline, leaving its wooden hull to drift onto the beach. “All the local guys went down there with hammers and saws

Myrtle Beach, SC · 7h

Myrtle Beach Sun-News

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Dining out for Thanksgiving? Here are 15 Grand Strand restaurants open on turkey day

Thanksgiving is only three weeks away. For some of us, cooking and serving up a holiday meal for the family is tradition. For others, all that prep work and slaving away in the kitchen is just too much. For those in the latter camp, several restaurants along the Grand Strand will be open on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, and serving up traditional holiday food items. Reservations are highly recommended and should be done soon as many places are already filling up. Here are some locations, the price and what they offer. If you are a restaurant and are open on Thanksgiving with a special holiday menu, please email Terri Richardson at trichardson@thesunnews.com so we can include your information in the article. Carolina Roadhouse The restaurant will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and offer a Thanksgiving dinner of turkey, ham, pecan praline sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes and stuffing, as well as items from its regular menu. Desserts include a choice of pecan or pumpkin pie. Cost is $30.95 adults and $15.95 for kids under the age of 10. 4617 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach. The Family Barn Restaurant Dinner will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and

Myrtle Beach, SC · 2d

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McLeod Health Carolina Forest Hospital Now Open

Myrtle Beach, SC – McLeod Health Carolina Forest Hospital is now open to patients, marking a major step forward in expanding access to hospital-based care for residents of Carolina Forest, Horry County and the surrounding Grand Strand communities. This four-story hospital features 48 beds and brings a broad range...

Horry County, SC · 2d

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Award-Winning South Carolina Chef Changed His Restaurant Plans After His Daughter Introduced Him to a Strange New Business

Award-winning chef Michael Donovan originally came to Myrtle Beach looking for a place to open his own restaurant. Then he discovered an entirely different kind of kitchen, one where customers make colorful slime instead of meals. Donovan had never heard of Slime Kitchen until his 10-year-old daughter recognized the business...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 23h

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Auditor warns City of Loris after over $1.3 million was misused by city

What was the total amount of questionable transactions with Anderson Brothers and E & L Rentals?. Which specific purchases were deemed non-compliant with tourism fund guidelines?. Why did the auditor flag transfers from hospitality funds to the general fund?. Over $1.3 million appears to have been misused by the City...

Loris, SC · 1d

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Museum of Coastal Carolina to host holiday celebration in Ocean Isle Beach

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — The Museum of Coastal Carolina is inviting families to celebrate the holiday season with hands-on activities, festive crafts and a special visit from Pirate Claus. The museum will host its “HoliDAY at the Museum” event on Friday, Nov. 27, from 10 a.m. to...

Ocean Isle Beach, NC · 3d

The Post and Courier

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A new restaurant is planned for Myrtle Beach Resort. A popular dining group is behind it.

MYRTLE BEACH – A new restaurant could be coming to Myrtle Beach Resort, and the ownership group’s dining resume runs deep on the Grand Strand. The Horry County Zoning Board of Appeals on Nov. 9 voted to approve a parking variance for the yet-to-be-named project near the resort entrance at 5905 S. Kings Highway. Tom Davis, who represented the developers, provided some hints about the proposed 7,500-square-foot facility with indoor and outdoor dining. He pointed out that the owners also operate several nearby restaurants on the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk and along the South Carolina coast. "They'v...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 2d

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Myrtle Beach Clears Path For $90M Margaritaville Resort, Eyes December Groundbreak

Myrtle Beach City Council gave initial approval to an agreement trading city-owned alleyways along Ocean Boulevard for land tied to a proposed $90 million Margaritaville-branded resort, pushing the oceanfront project closer to breaking ground near 17th Avenue North. The deal isn't final yet — it still needs a second council vote before anything can move forward.

Myrtle Beach, SC · 1d

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Freeze Watch issued: Coldest air of season to arrive this weekend

It will be a chilly weekend overall, so have the heavier gear ready to stay warm!. Check out the average first freeze dates across the Carolinas. Saturday will likely not see a widespread freeze, but with lows in the 30s inland overnight, frost will be possible, assuming the winds go light or calm.

Myrtle Beach, SC · 7h

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Conway prepares for road closures for Christmas tree lighting

CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - The city of Conway prepares for its Christmas tree lighting. Conway informs drivers of road closures during the Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. At noon, street parking closes on Main Street and Third Avenue. At 3 p.m., Main Street (Business Highway 501)...

Conway, SC · 2d

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Horry County man on dialysis renews search for living kidney donor

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A Horry County man is renewing his search for a living kidney donor after his kidney function declined to 15 percent and he began undergoing dialysis three times a week. “That dialysis surgery was quite painful,” Chris Payne said. Payne hopes someone will become...

Horry County, SC · 3d

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Maryland Fried Chicken Relocating After 50 Years in Myrtle Beach

A longtime, family-owned Myrtle Beach restaurant is preparing to relocate next year, but fans won’t have to travel far to enjoy their favorites. Maryland Fried Chicken will move from 939 N. Kings Hwy. to 1803 N. Kings Hwy. in the former Bistro B location. “We didn’t want to be...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 1d

Grit Daily

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Tom Walsh Rebuilds Trust Between Dog Owners and Veterinarians

Dr. Tom Walsh is the veterinarian-owner and canine rehabilitation practitioner at PrimePet Rehabilitation Therapy in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where he treats about 30 dogs a day and supervises two associate therapists. Through his practice and an online community, he aims to improve communication between veterinarians and dog owners. In Dr. Walsh’s view, the veterinary […] The post Tom Walsh Rebuilds Trust Between Dog Owners and Veterinarians appeared first on Grit Daily News .

Myrtle Beach, SC · 6d

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From humble beginnings to university status: The history of CCU

When did Coastal Carolina gain independence from the USC system?. Why did Horry County leaders seek independence for Coastal Carolina?. From a handful of classrooms inside the old Conway High School to a university with more than 12,000 students, Coastal Carolina University has grown through decades of local support, determination and a push for independence.

Conway, SC · 9h

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After securing $2M for staffing and a new station, Horry fire chief suddenly leaves

Horry County Fire Rescue is facing an abrupt leadership change after Fire Chief Joseph Tanner left his position following nearly 11 years leading the department, a move county officials have not publicly explained. ABC 15’s Anthony Winn reported the news “definitely shocked a lot of people,” particularly because Tanner had...

Horry County, SC · 1d

WBTW News13

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Much cooler air arrives Friday, first inland freeze possible Sunday morning

The cold front we have been talking about all week is moving through the Carolinas today. Our temperatures will not respond to the front this afternoon, with highs mostly in the mid 70s, but you’ll definitely notice the winds gusting upwards of 25-30 mph at times. Chilly air settles in on Friday, and long sleeves […]

Myrtle Beach, SC · 1d