By Kaye Collins The record-breaking snowfall on Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, led to significant closures in Loris. Loris City Hall and administrative offices were closed on Monday, Feb. 2, and operated on a delayed schedule, opening at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. The City Council meeting originally scheduled for Monday, Feb. 2, has been moved to Monday, Feb.9, at 6 p.m. Horry County Schools were closed on Monday and Tuesday, going to online learning. Numerous businesses and stores were shut down on Monday because of hazardous driving conditions across Loris. On Tuesday, many of …

By Kaye Collins Although Loris does not have a permanent “Winter Wonderland” attraction, the city transformed into a natural winter wonderland on Feb. 1, 2026, when an unusual winter storm deposited 7 inches of snow in the region which was the highest accumulation recorded in Horry County during this week’s storm. Residents of Loris, Green Sea and Longs areas delighted in the snowfall that began late afternoon on Saturday, Jan. 31, with the heaviest accumulation occurring overnight into Sunday, Feb. 1. As soon as the first snowflake appeared, excitement drew residents to their windows to witness the falling snowflakes. Some …

By Kaye Collins The Green Sea Floyds Library is set to commemorate 25 years of service on Thursday, February 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 5331 Highway 9, Green Sea. Branch Manager Melissa Shenk warmly invites the community to join in the celebration. The library was founded on January 2, 2001. It has grown into a reliable center for the community. The library has created numerous memories through a variety of programs. These initiatives include empowering young people with the ‘Thinking Money for Kids’ financial literacy programs and addressing the digital divide with the ‘Community Connect’ initiative. “Beyond …

By Kaye Collins The L.W. Paul Living History Farm was founded with the goal of preserving and safeguarding the artifacts and items associated with the history and culture of Horry County’s farm families from 1900 to 1955. It aims to educate visitors about the history of these families through interpretive exhibits set in a functioning traditional farm environment. The L.W. Paul Living History Farm operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Past classes include, Saturday, Jan. 3, children explored local insects, including honey bees. They also had the opportunity to taste various types of honey and observe …

The Grand Strand’s cheesiest tradition is back. Get ready for a crave-worthy, family-friendly extravaganza as Macaroni Mania returns for its 8th annual celebration on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex. Admission is free and the event is dog-friendly. This signature community event brings together bold flavors, friendly competition, local shopping, live entertainment, and animal advocacy for one unforgettable day, all benefiting the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach. The 2026 event is proudly presented by Bully’s Pub, HTC and Cicco Construction. Macaroni Mania is a beloved community …

On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, the Rotary Club of Little River had the pleasure of welcoming Dick Hester, North Myrtle Beach historian, as their guest speaker. Mr. Hester shared the fascinating story of the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum, how it was founded and its role in preserving the area’s rich past. He explained that what is now North Myrtle Beach was originally made up of five independent beach communities—Windy Hill Beach, Atlantic Beach, Cherry Grove Beach, Crescent Beach and Ocean Drive (OD) Beach—each with its own mayor, town government and distinct identity. As these communities grew, four of …

By Nina Kirby On Tuesday, February 20,  members of the GFWC–North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club – Civic Engagement Committee purchased and prepared the weekly hot meal provided by Hope’s Kitchen. They also had the honor of being able to serve attendees and help in many other facets as well as provide a cash donation. Hope’s Kitchen provides a hot meal every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. for community members in need. Prior to the meal, a host of other services are provided including showers, haircuts, a food pantry, medical/dental/vision resources, a Navigation Center to connect guests to community resources, live music …

By Pat Kastner The Knights of Columbus offers multiple activities that promote Christmas and the season of Advent in their proper contexts: Journey to the Inn, Spread the Light of Christ, Creche or Advent Wreath Blessing, and the Christmas Poster Contest. These programs are centered on the example of the Holy Family and the Nativity of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Keep Christ in Christmas (KCIC) Program brings all KCIC activities together under one umbrella. It encourages councils to prompt their neighbors to shift from a preoccupation with materialism to the light of Christ and the spirit of …

By Carol Kurtz The Kiwanis Club of North Myrtle Beach–Little River hosted a beach-themed dance party for 27 members of the Aktion Club on Wednesday, January 21, at Boulineau’s. Aktion Club is a Kiwanis service leadership program for adults ages 18 and older with intellectual and physical disabilities and meets the third Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5 p.m. in Cherry Grove at Boulineau’s in the upstairs meeting room. Co-advisors Lee Gallowe and Susan Jones led the fun alongside Aktion Club President Julian Sullivan and North Myrtle Beach High School Key Club President Katlyn Sanchez. Pizza, cupcakes, balloon …

By Carol Stigger Dr. Muriel O’Tuel, of North Myrtle Beach, author and motivation speaker, was the guest speaker at the Monday, January 19, VOICE monthly luncheon in North Myrtle Beach. Seventy-five women attended, which showed continued growth of the no-dues organization. As VOICE gears up for its second year of advocacy and information sharing, they learned positive messages offered by Dr. O’Tuel. Hope and inspiration shine from those who leave their homes with what she calls “a full bucket” of positivity. She urges looking ahead while looking your best and reminds people to walk away from toxic people, to not …