By Ruben Lowman Coast RTA has partnered with North Myrtle Beach to bring a new public bus route into the city, one of the few remaining municipalities in Horry County without public transportation. The new route is expected to start October 1 and will connect North Myrtle Beach to Myrtle Beach by way of International Drive in the Carolina Forest area, according to Coast RTA spokesperson Lauren Morris. “We have not finalized the exact route, but the route will originate at the Ivory Wilson Transit Center, next to Myrtle Beach City Hall,” said Coast RTA’s CEO and GM Brian Piascik. …

By Ruben Lowman Horry County officials have announced major alterations to the county’s hurricane emergency management plans and protocol that have already been heavily affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Horry County Council discussed hurricane planning, mitigation and recovery logistics during a council meeting last Tuesday, July 14, amidst an increasing level of nervousness among county officials about the potential mix of COVID-19 and major storms as the hurricane season moves into its most active months. August, September and October have the highest frequencies of tropical storms and hurricanes along the east coast every year. Randy Webster, the county’s assistant administrator …

By Annie Rigby Loris Fire Department (LFD) Chief Jerry Hardee addressed the city council on Monday, July 20, in a special council meeting of the department’s need for the a new fire apparatus light rescue truck. Hardee said the vehicle that is used to respond to a fire call is 24 years old. He said, “If you have 20 years with a fire apparatus you’ve done good.” He continued, “We need something more dependable and reliable to respond to a call.” Questions were raised regarding the bidding process versus state approved agencies to purchase the light rescue truck. Hardee explained …

By Annie Rigby Amanda Causey was offered the position of clerk for the city of Loris after the Loris City Council met in executive session on Monday, July 20. Causey said, “It is an honor to work alongside the talented employees at the city of Loris.” She stated it is more than just a job, more than just a city; it is her home and hometown. She said there is much work to accomplish and as a team it will be done. Mayor Todd Harrelson said, “I think the city of Loris is blessed to have Amanda as the new …

Arlene Rita Stewart, 75, of Little River died on Thursday, July 16, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family.Born on March 29, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph Vincent and Thelma Viola Nelson Radano.Mrs. Stewart is survived by her husband of 54 years, William W. Stewart; one son, William S. Stewart; one daughter, Michelle T. Delp; two brothers, Robert and Nicholas Radano; and five grandchildren.A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, at Faith Wesleyan Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, …

Deborah Ann Yost, 64, died July 8, 2020 at McLeod Hospice House in Florence.Born on February 21, 1956 in Welch, West Va., she was the daughter of the late Jesse James and Betsy Chaffins Rose.Deborah is survived by her husband of 44 years, Harold S. Yost; her son, Brian; her daughter, Wendi; her five brothers, Dennis, James, Donald, Anthony and John; and her two grandchildren, Garland Elizabeth and Charles Bennett. She was preceded in death by her sister Jeannie.Her love and laughter made the world a better place. She will be missed. Her memory will live forever in the hearts …

Richard Sidney Sellers died peacefully at the Lower Cape Fear Lifecare Hospice House located in Bolivia, N.C., on July 12, at the age of 65.Richard is survived by his parents, Earl and Mary Sellers of Little River; his sons, Bryson Sidney Sellers (Jennifer) of Ladson, and Brenton Thomas Sellers (Amanda) of Little River; his sisters, Cindy Causey (Charles) of Longs and Linda Adams (Charlie) of Little River. Richard loved being “Big Daddy” to Jameson, Dylan, Olivia, and James. Of all the titles he was given during his life, “Big Daddy” was the one he cherished. Richard also had several nieces …

Defford Dale Hardee Sr., 78, a resident of Columbia, Tenn., passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020, at Maury Regional Medical Center.A funeral service was held on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at 2 p.m. at Parkway Baptist Church with Brother Mike Roberts officiating. A visitation was held on Thursday from 1-2 p.m. at the church. A graveside service was held on Sunday, July 12, at 3 p.m. at Tirzah ARP Cemetery in York. Heritage Funeral Home is assisted the family with arrangements.Affectionately known as “Dadoo” by his family, Defford was born on May 11, 1942. He came from a large …

Trinidad H. Muehlhans, 74, of Little River passed away after declining health on Tuesday, July 7, 2020.He was born in Germany on June 6, 1946.Mr. Muehlhans was an engineer and worked for a German company (M.A.N. Truck and Bus Company), and he took advantage of the opportunity to move to the United States in 1982 when they opened a branch in Salisbury, N.C. He retired in 2010 and moved to the Myrtle Beach area to a subdivision with a golf course because he liked to play golf. He was a family man and loved spending time with his grandchildren William …

On Friday, July 3, 2020, the Clardy family lost a great husband, a wonderful father, a loving brother and a steadfast friend. John Franklin Clardy passed away unexpectedly at the age of 65 after a very brief battle with COVID-19.John was born in Loris on Nov. 30, 1954, to the late James and Pauline Clardy. While attending Loris High School his interest in agriculture grew, and he met his lifetime love, Teresa. After attending Clemson University and graduating from Horry-Georgetown Technical College, John began working for the family business and later owned and operated Clardy Nursery in Loris, until his …