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North Myrtle Beach will go green on Saturday, March 14, as the 36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival returns to Main Street for a full day of family-friendly fun. The parade kicks off at 9 a.m., followed by the festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This one-day, rain-or-shine celebration draws more than 30,000 attendees annually, making it one of the Grand Strand’s most anticipated events. For those unable to attend in person, the parade will air LIVE on CW21, hosted by WPDE personalities. The parade begins at First Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard, proceeds right onto First …

The Kiwanis Club of North Myrtle Beach–Little River and Little River United Methodist Church (LRUMC), in partnership with the Lowcountry Food Bank, continue making a difference in the fight against food insecurity through their no-cost food distribution program serving Little River and the surrounding communities. Held rain or shine every second and fourth Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., or until food runs out, the program is now in its second year and serves approximately 176 families each month—reaching an estimated 6,300 individuals over the past year. Families receive fresh produce, canned goods, frozen meats, pasta, eggs, bread, pastries …

The North Myrtle Beach Election Commission met on Thursday, February 26, at 10 a.m. at North Myrtle Beach City Hall to review and certify the results of the Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Special Election. The final certified results for the North Myrtle Beach City Council Crescent Beach Ward seat total number of votes are: Ray Collins – 1,031; Melissa Wober – 1,176; and Write In – 4.

A new chapter is underway for the Little River Library. Located within the Ralph Ellis Complex off Highway 57, the branch first opened in 1996 as the Stevens Crossroads Library. Although the name was updated in 2006 to align with the county system, the building itself has remained largely unchanged. “This building was built over 30 years ago and it was a different era. Our library users had different needs. By renovating, we are updating and giving them the things they’ve asked for most, which is mostly space,” said Tracey Elvis-Weitzel, director of the Horry County Memorial Library. “It needs …

By Missy Moore The Miss North Myrtle Beach High School Pageant was held on Saturday, February 28, in the NMBHS auditorium. Ten beautiful contestants competed for two titles during several events leading up to crowning. First, the girls participated in a five minute panel interview where they spoke about their platforms, future plans and other various subjects. After the talent and evening gown categories, two very deserving contestants were crowned and will represent NMBHS for 2026. Marley Grace Moore, a senior, was crowned Miss North Myrtle Beach High School Talent, after her vocal rendition of “Once Upon A December” from …

The City of North Myrtle Beach is accepting applications for an open seat on the North Myrtle Beach Tree Board. The appointment is for a four-year term and will be made by the Mayor and City Council. The Tree Board plays a key role in supporting the city’s urban forestry efforts and maintaining its Tree City USA designation. Board members work with city staff and leadership to enhance the community’s trees, environment and long-term sustainability. The Tree Board generally meets on the first Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. at the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center. Responsibilities of the …

By Ruben Lowman The struggle to keep pace with a surging student population continues for Horry County Schools, where fresh data reveals that more than a third of the district’s facilities will face significant overcrowding by the next academic year. While some neighborhoods are seeing a reprieve thanks to recent construction, other areas — particularly North Myrtle Beach and Aynor — are reaching critical mass, prompting the school board to greenlight multi-million dollar land acquisitions. According to the latest functional capacity reports for the 2026-27 term, 20 out of the district’s 58 schools are projected to hit the Category 1 …

Horry County Voters Registration and Elections is recruiting poll managers (election workers) to help ensure every voter has a smooth and pleasant Election Day experience. Qualifications to serve as a poll manager in South Carolina include: Must be 18 years or older (ages 16-17 may apply to serve as poll manager assistants). Poll managers (excluding poll manager assistants) must be registered to vote in South Carolina. Be prepared to work the entire Election Day. Be nonpartisan and committed to serving all voters fairly. This is a paid opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping your neighbors on Election Day. …

By Gianna Forbis The March Tree of the Month recognized by the North Myrtle Beach Tree Board is found at 706 Fourteenth Avenue South in front of Trinity United Methodist Church. While we are finishing up winter weather and anticipating spring blooms and new leaves, we see many bare deciduous trees such as oak, elm and maple with mistletoe growing on the branches. Mistletoe is a hemi-parasite because it sends out roots into the tree to draw nutrients and water but also produces energy through photosynthesis in its green leaves. The white berries are toxic to humans but edible by …

The North Myrtle Beach City Council met in a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 2, at 6 p.m.  at North Myrtle Beach City Hall. There were four items on the Consent portion of the agenda: A. RESOLUTION: Adopt the Bylaws for the Public Arts Commission (APPROVED). B. RESOLUTION: Pre-annexation Agreement for Lot 29 of Ocean View Estates at 5604 Little River Neck Road (APPROVED). C. MOTION TO APPROVE: Myrtle Beach Tours Beach Games to be held April 4, 2026, through May 2, 2026, (APPROVED). D. MOTION TO APPROVE: North Myrtle Beach Rotary Park of Honor to be held June …