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By Dorothy Bambach Yaupon Garden Club members were delighted to begin the new year on September 2, 2025. President Phillis Newman welcomed everyone along with several guests:  Dr. James Luken, speaker; Herb Newman, technical assistant; and Sue Hagen and Carla Johnson, potential members. Lynne Payne provided an inspirational message. Members and guests enjoyed a delicious luncheon of assorted salads provided by all members.  Hostesses for the occasion were Phillis Newman, Donna Belski, Phyllis Green, Peggy Howard and Joy Murray. President Newman introduced Dr. Luken, a retired Biology professor at Coastal Carolina University and author. He provided an informative history of …

By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach Chiefs football team celebrated an early-season senior night in only their second home game of the season with a 24-12 victory over the visiting West Brunswick Trojans last Friday night at The Hank. The Chiefs 20 senior players and members of the Band of Chiefs and cheer team were all recognized and honored by the school and family members in the traditional senior night festivities before the game. After that the Chiefs lost the coin toss to begin the game, but that was about all the significant damage they endured as they played …

By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach girls varsity cross country team won last Saturday’s Carolina Forest  meet held at Myrtle Beach. The Lady Chiefs won on the strength of four Chiefs finishing in four of the top five positions as they crossed the finish line in the 5K race. Fenna Hollo won the race, followed by Robyn Walsh and Ravyn Walsh in second and third. Aleha Lang came in fifth, Lucy Stalvey was twelfth and Mandy Davis was twenty-third. The Chiefs were competing against five other area schools: Carolina Forest, Myrtle Beach, Aynor, Conway and Carvers Bay. The top …

By John Smithson NMB High School swim team coach Kristen Henley called it “an incredible day for our NMBHS swim team” at last Saturday’s Rock the Block swim meet in Charleston. The boys team set a new school record in the 200 medley relay race with a time of 1:46.67. The boys also set a record in the 200 yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:35.56. Jerry Gordon also set a record in the 100 yard breaststroke with a time of 1:02.62. Girls team highlights included a first place finish by Anna Lazareva in the 50 yard freestyle (25.49) …

By Kaye Collins The Loris Recreation Department’s football practices are currently in full swing and we are thrilled about the new talent joining us this year. The children are putting in a lot of effort and enjoying themselves, and we are particularly thankful for the committed parents who have volunteered their time to coach our teams. The recreation department hosted the Top Gun All-American All-Star Games over the Labor Day weekend, which was a three-day tournament with an outstanding turnout. Thousands of players and families from all over the East Coast came to compete, and throughout the event, we welcomed …

By Kaye Collins The Loris City Council met on Monday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. in council chambers. Present at the meeting were council members Joan Gause, Andrea Coleman, Carroll D. Padgett, Jr., Kelli Gerald and Tonya Suggs. Councilman Lewis Hardee was not present due to a health issue. City Clerk Melinda Price, Treasurer and Interim City Administrator Angel Neighbours, Planning and Zoning Director and Code Enforcement Division Meredith Holmes and City Attorney John Zilinsky were not present, Brad Smith from the firm sat in for Zilinsky. Council unanimously approved the minutes from the regular council meeting held on Monday,  …

By Ruth Ann Jones The members of Loris Garden Club were welcomed by hostesses Janice Long and Ruth Ann Jones to The Mishoe-Stoudenmire Building to begin the LGC 2025-2026 year. The Loris Garden Club sponsors ongoing civic projects that help protect the environment and preserve the natural beauty of our lovely town. Carl Claytor and Pat Adkins were thanked for their work in completing the Club Yearbook and delivering them to members prior to the meeting. This year’s book features pictures of members along with their information. President Dr. Gloria Kinney was warmly welcomed back after being absent much of …

By Lauren Jessie Get ready for one of the area’s most beloved traditions! The 21st Annual Irish Italian International Festival returns to Main Street in North Myrtle Beach on Saturday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This one-day, rain-or-shine celebration is filled with a variety of food, live music, shopping and family fun. Admission and parking are free. More than just a street festival, the Irish Italian International Festival showcases a blend of cultural flair with: Delicious Eats – Food vendors compete for Best Entrée, Best Dessert, and Best Decorated Booth. Two Stages of Entertainment – Performers bring …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach is launching a new Façade Grant Program to help enhance the appearance of select commercial corridors and support local businesses through financial partnerships for building improvements. The program is designed to encourage property and business owners to invest in the front-facing exteriors of commercial buildings along designated Activity Center Corridors, helping to strengthen North Myrtle Beach’s coastal streetscape and overall sense of place. Through the program, the City will offer dollar-for-dollar matching grants, up to $25,000 per applicant, for approved façade improvements. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis once work …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach is updating its Comprehensive Plan, a long-range policy document that will guide decision-making and development for the next five to ten years. To ensure the plan reflects the vision and priorities of the community, the city invites residents and business owners to participate in a series of public engagement opportunities. The first of three opportunities for input will be a Public Engagement Drop-In on Monday, September 9, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at North Myrtle Beach City Hall at 1018 Second Avenue South. Two additional drop-ins will follow: Thursday, September …