Veterans of the American Armed Forces, active-duty military and the general public are invited to the 2026 Memorial Day Tribute at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 25, 2026, in McCown Auditorium at the Horry County Museum in Conway. The 2026 Memorial Day Tribute at McCown Auditorium is designed to honor Americans in uniform of all ages who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country and will include a moment of silence, presentation of the national colors by a color guard, live patriotic music and recognition of veterans of the American Armed Forces by service branch and era. …

By Ruben Lowman An unidentified lottery player in Horry County narrowly missed a massive grand prize but secured a substantial six-figure windfall during a mid-week Powerball drawing. South Carolina Education Lottery administrators confirmed that a single ticket matched four white-ball numbers and the red Powerball during the drawing on Wednesday, May 13. Official retail logs indicate that the winning ticket was purchased at Money Saver Liquors, a commercial beverage and convenience venue located at 4211 Broad Street in Loris. The financial stroke of luck has triggered a localized search for the winner across the tight-knit community and along the Grand …

The Horry County Solid Waste Authority recently recognized Longs area residents Bryan Antley and his son, Gunner, as the Caught Green Handed recipients for the month of April. “The Caught Green Handed recognition is presented monthly to a Horry County resident caught in the act of recycling” stated Esther Murphy, Director of Recycling and Corporate Affairs for the Solid Waste Authority. “It’s the Solid Waste Authority’s way of recognizing and thanking citizens who have made the effort to recycle. Through their recycling efforts, natural resources are saved and the amount of waste being landfilled is reduced.” Mr. Antley and his …

By Ruben Lowman An ongoing local partnership has completed its third major installation phase of a shoreline stabilization project, extending a series of manufactured wire reefs into a local marsh system. On April 29, field crews from Horry County Stormwater and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) waded into the coastal wetlands alongside student volunteers from the Loris High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter. The joint workforce deployed 70 specialized wire baskets packed with recycled oyster shells near the Sanford D. Cox Sr. Community Park off Pine Avenue in Murrells Inlet, successfully bridging a geographic gap …

By Ruben Lowman During its regular meeting on Monday, May 4, the North Myrtle Beach City Council gave final approval to an ordinance banning smoking and e-cigarettes on all public beaches. The new regulations, which take effect on Jan. 1, 2027, amend the city’s Health and Sanitation code to include the shoreline and all public access points, such as walkovers and dune crossovers. City officials stated the expansion of the “public beach” definition is intended to prevent smoking from congregating at entrances and to reduce the amount of cigarette-related litter impacting the environment and public safety. Councilmembers noted that the …

By Carol Kurtz Community pride was on full display as the Rotary Club of Little River sponsored an environmental clean-up effort in preparation for the upcoming World Famous Blue Crab Festival on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. Volunteers from the Rotary Club of Little River partnered with the Kiwanis Club of North Myrtle Beach-Little River and the North Strand Optimist Club to help beautify key areas throughout Little River. The project began at the “Welcome to Little River” sign off Mineola Avenue, where volunteers weeded flower beds, picked up leaves and spread fresh mulch before moving to the …

By Diane Woods The North Myrtle Beach Rescue Squad is proud to announce the appointment of Gary Clark as its new Chief and Director of Operations. Clark brings more than two decades of emergency medical experience and a proven record of leadership and service to the organization. Clark joined the North Myrtle Beach Rescue Squad in 2019 and quickly rose through the ranks, serving as Captain beginning in 2020. His extensive background, commitment to excellence and dedication to community service made him a natural choice for the department’s highest leadership role. In addition to his administrative duties, Clark also responds …

A longtime Main Street staple is officially back open and serving customers once again. Ocean Drive Barbershop, located at 233 Main Street in the Ocean Drive section of North Myrtle Beach, has reopened its doors after recently being brought under local ownership by the Worley family. The historic shop, which has been part of the Main Street community for decades, is now operating under local ownership with Jason Porter operating the shop. The reopening continues a long-standing Main Street tradition in Ocean Drive. “We wanted to see the barbershop stay a barbershop,” said HG Worley Jr. “This place has a …

By Ruben Lowman Local residents looking to prioritize health and community connection have two significant, cost-free opportunities as Horry County launches back-to-back wellness initiatives this week. From mental health advocacy to beachfront athletics, these events utilize the area’s natural landscapes to provide accessible resources for families and individuals. The weekend begins on Friday, May 15, with the “Steps Against Stigma” Mental Health Action Day at Vereen Memorial Historical Gardens in Little River. Organized by Horry County Behavioral Services and Parks and Recreation, this event runs from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and features a Wellness Walk and Resource Fair. Participants …

By Carl MacLeod and Matt Davis A new effort is underway to turn a long-planned 9/11 tribute in Little River into a physical landmark and organizers say community donations will determine how soon construction can begin. Space Air Land Sea HQ Veterans Post 1 (SALS), working alongside the Little River Chamber of Commerce and a volunteer committee, is asking residents, veterans, groups, civic organizations and local businesses to help fund the memorial’s first phase, including site preparation and core materials. Planned as the Veterans, First Responders & Patriots 9/11 Memorial, the project is intended to offer a place for remembrance …