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Myrtle Beach Sun-News

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Did Myrtle Beach area send Russell Fry back to Congress? Here's the voting results

Republican U.S. Rep. Russell Fry will continue representing South Carolina’s 7th congressional district after voters reelected him for a third term. With all counties reporting, the incumbent congressman garnered roughly 56.71% of the votes with 172,308 ballots, based on preliminary results. “America’s future belongs to the people who show up with ideas,” Fry said in a statement. “The Democrat party has spent a lot of time telling America what’s wrong with it. They embraced socialism with open arms, an idea that has failed everywhere it’s been tried. Tonight, our district resoundingly rejected that.” Retired U.S. Navy Command Master Chief and small-business owner John Vincent, who represented the Democratic Party in South Carolina’s 7th Congressional District race, received an estimated 43.22% of votes, according to preliminary results. Fry first took office in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022 after serving seven years in the South Carolina House of Representatives. He was reelected in 2024 with roughly 71.4% of the vote. This election cycle, Fry bested Vincent to keep his congressional seat. Challenger John Vincent “The message really is that no one party really owns a district or a state, and the sooner we get away from letters after names, and

South 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 · 6d

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Horry County Council seeks more public input on proposed 372-home development

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A proposed 372-home development near S.C. 905 and Old Reaves Ferry Road is drawing renewed scrutiny from neighbors as Horry County officials consider whether to approve a rezoning and development agreement needed for the project to move forward. Horry County Council did not approve...

Horry County, SC · 8d
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Horry County's top prosecutor, probate judge to keep jobs after 2026 elections

Horry and Georgetown counties won’t see a change in the court system’s top prosecutor after Tuesday’s elections. Jimmy Richardson won another term as solicitor for the 15th Circuit after running unopposed. In Horry County, the Republican incumbent candidate garnered 101,261 votes with 71% precincts reporting. Richardson was appointed as solicitor for Horry and Georgetown counties by then Gov. Nikki Haley in 2012. Republican Allen Beverly also won another term as probate judge. He, too, was unopposed, securing 100,465 votes out of 71% precincts reporting. He was first elected to the office in 2022.

Horry County, SC · 7d

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Columbus County voters narrowly approve expanded alcohol sales in referendum

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Alcohol sales will be expanding in unincorporated parts of Columbus County following a referendum on Tuesday’s ballot. The referendum asked voters whether malt beverages, unfortified wine, and mixed beverages should be allowed for sale. With all 16 precincts reporting, all measures passed. To...

Columbus County, NC · 7d

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South Carolina Christmas Display Features Two Million Lights and Decorations Up to 55 Feet Tall

More than two million Christmas lights transform a South Carolina sports complex into a glowing holiday attraction, with over 500 displays and decorations reaching an impressive 55 feet tall. Families can enjoy the spectacle from their cars along a two-mile illuminated route. The 2026 event begins November 23 and continues...

North Myrtle Beach, SC · 7d

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Lumber River State Park Adds 3,005 Acres Along South Carolina Border

North Carolina State Parks has bought a 3,005-acre tract in Robeson County near Fair Bluff and will add it to Lumber River State Park, state officials announced in a press release on Friday, Oct. 30. The land sits on the west bank of the Lumber River, right along the South Carolina line.

Robeson County, NC · 7d

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Florence County councilman announces candidacy for SC Senate District 31

FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — Florence County Councilman William Schofield announced Wednesday that he is running for the South Carolina Senate District 31 seat. The seat will become vacant in January when current Sen. Mike Reichenbach becomes South Carolina’s lieutenant governor. Schofield made the announcement Wednesday night at Victor’s...

Florence County, SC · 6d

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Horry County crews respond to 10-acre woods fire

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A 10-acre woods fire in the Nichols area sent crews into action Tuesday. Horry County Fire Rescue responded at 2:40 p.m. to the area of Spring Branch Road and Breckenridge Drive for the fire. As of this afternoon, HCFR said the incident remains active. People...

Horry County, SC · 7d

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SC Pecan Festival set to bring live music, food and fun to downtown Florence this weekend

FLORENCE — More than 50,000 visitors are expected in downtown Florence on Nov. 7 for the 2026 South Carolina Pecan Music and Food Festival. Nine music stages, 280 vendors and activities for all ages are slated for the 22nd annual Saturday event. The festival kicked off in 2002 after community members proposed a signature event or festival for Florence. The idea was embraced and the festival has grown from a small downtown block to a multi-block celebration. Organizers said it’s helped showcase downtown Florence’s growth. “It takes so may entities and 200 volunteers,” said festival founder and ...

Florence, SC · 8d

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State Calls Emergency Elections Meeting

The State Board of Elections is meeting right now to determine whether to extend hours at South Williams Precinct (Tabor City Courthouse). We’ll bring updates online and social media as soon as more information becomes available. Polling places in Columbus, Gates, Lenoir, Wilkes and Hertford counties will be in...

Columbus County, NC · 8d

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Georgetown County to collect holiday gifts for seniors

GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Georgetown County’s Bureau of Aging Services (BOAS) says it is collecting small gifts for its annual holiday giveaway for residents 60 and older. Organizers say they hope to top the 500 bags given out last year. “Each year, I want to keep going higher and higher to reach everybody,” said […]

Georgetown County, SC · 5d

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Drought Continues for Columbus, State

Most of North Carolina remains at some level of drought, as Columbus County moves into its third week with no significant widespread rain. This morning’s weekly update of the state drought monitor shows that Columbus County is now considered to be experiencing Severe Drought conditions. Last summer, portions of the county were listed as being in an Extreme Drought. The drought monitor is updated every Thursday.

Columbus County, NC · 6d

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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 · 14d

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Final Unofficial Results Strong for GOP Candidates Here

Republican candidates had a good night in Columbus County, although a major race will see a Democrat sworn into replace a GOP senator. With 100 percent of the votes reporting, the race for U.S. Senate had Michael Whatley winning Columbus over former Gov. Roy Cooper 9,449 to 7,160 in Columbus. Statewide, however, Cooper has been projected winner of the senate seat.

Columbus County, NC · 8d

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Gilchrist wins Marion County Council seat in wake of county data center controversy

MARION COUNTY — Democrat Tarus Gilchrist won Marion County Council’s District 5 seat with 66 percent of the vote, beating Republican Christopher Howe as ripples of an aborted data center failed to tip the race in a blue county. The unofficial tally from the South Carolina Election Commission showed Gilchrist’s lead. This is the second electoral victory for Gilchrist, who won his seat in 2022. Gilchrist said the county council’s involvement with the “Project Liberty” data center in June was an issue for his campaign, but did not define his term. Discussion about the data center prevented invest...

Marion County, SC · 7d

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Inside Georgetown County’s $65 million safer, more secure detention center

GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WCSC) - Georgetown County is preparing to open a new $65 million detention center that will more than double the county’s inmate capacity and bring several law enforcement operations under one roof. The 85,000-square-foot facility will increase capacity from 130 inmates to exactly 267, while also providing...

Georgetown County, SC · 8d

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Most Horry County incumbents cruise to victory. Here are the unofficial results.

CONWAY — Most Horry County incumbents cruised to victory Nov. 3, taking nearly all of the State House, County Council and school board races on the ballot. The victors typically won by comfortable margins. Here's a snapshot of the unofficial results:. U.S. House of Representatives District 7. U.S. Rep....

Horry County, SC · 7d

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North Myrtle Beach again delays action on accessory dwelling units

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The subject of accessory dwelling units vexed North Myrtle Beach City Council for the second meeting in a row on Monday, Nov. 2. Feelings were mixed both on council and among the several members of the public who commented. Council voted unanimously to postpone...

North Myrtle Beach, SC · 7d

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More than 250 American flags displayed at West Florence High in student-led project

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Students at West Florence High School showed their patriotism Monday morning by placing more than 250 American flags in front of the school to honor those who serve their country. Members of the school's newly formed Interact Club organized a flag dedication ceremony to...

Florence, SC · 8d