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By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department’s 12U baseball team completed an undefeated run through South Carolina teams to win the state championship in July, then capped their amazing year with an undefeated trek through 11 other state teams to win the “O” Zone Diamond Youth Baseball World Series last Wednesday. The Chiefs victorious win streak in the World Series started with a 7-3 pool game win over Georgia and was followed by a 4-2 victory over Virginia, a 2-1 win over Texas. 8-5 win over Alabama before the final three games last Tuesday and Wednesday …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach invites the community to come out and enjoy a free live concert by Thurston Howell on Thursday, August 14, from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at the Horseshoe on Main Street. Bring your beach chairs and settle in for an energetic night of music and dancing. Please note that chairs may not be placed in the Horseshoe until 2 p.m., as the area remains open for beach parking earlier in the day. This performance is part of the Music on Main summer concert series, proudly sponsored by Coastal Carolina National Bank …

By Lauren Jessie The Sounds of Summer series is back on Friday, August 15, featuring Rocketman with an Elton John tribute. Enjoy this free concert from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex Amphitheater. Attendees are encouraged to bring a beach chair or blanket and enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars. Food trucks will be on site offering a variety of tasty bites and beverages will be available for purchase. Whether you’re a local or visiting North Myrtle Beach, Sounds of Summer is the perfect way to spend a Friday evening filled …

  By Kaye Collins The Loris High School Lions varsity team hosted the Myrtle Beach Seahawks at Heniford Field on Thursday, Aug. 7, beginning at 6 p.m. The Lions prevailed with a score of 45 to 28. The scrimmage game scheduled for Monday, Aug. 11, was cancelled due to storms. The 2025 CNB Kickoff Classic is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 15, at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium in Myrtle Beach with a kickoff game at 6 p.m. The Kickoff Classic is a preseason event featuring local high school football programs in a series of scrimmages designed to prepare teams and fans …

By Kaye Collins For some individuals, service is merely an expectation from others. However, for the best among us, it is a source of pride to offer service to our community, both in prosperous times and in challenging ones. For more than 87 years, the Loris Civitan Club (LCC)  has dedicated themselves to serving, celebrating, honoring and supporting our Loris community. They have played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Loris Hospital, now the McLeod Loris Hospital. Throughout the years, this humble group of neighbors and friends has significantly improved lives, especially those of our children and citizens …

By Kaye Collins The Loris City Council met on Monday, August 4, at 6 p.m. in council chambers. The agenda was emailed on Friday, Aug. 1, and posted at the council chambers for the public to view. The city also posted the agenda to their Facebook page and the city website (https://cityoflorissc.com/). Present at the meeting were councilmembers Joan Gause, Lewis Hardee, Andrea Coleman, Kelli Gerald, Carroll D. Padgett and Tonya Sykes. Mayor Mike Suggs, Treasurer and Interim Administrator Angel Neighbours, City Attorney John C. Zilinsky and Planning & Zoning Director and Code Enforcement Division Meredith Holmes. Mayor Suggs asked …

By Kaye Collins Horry County School District elementary, middle and high schools are prepared for students to return to the hallways on Monday, Aug. 18. Loris and Daisy Elementary school begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m.; Loris Middle School begins at 8:10 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m.; and Loris High School morning bell begins at 8:10 a.m. and ends at 3:15 p.m. All school zone speed limit is 35 mph from 7 to 8 a.m. and again from 2:15 to 3 p.m. While the summer months have given drivers freedom from slowing in a school zone …

By Kaye Collins The Loris Lions Club has planned a Free Eye Screen for Ice Cream event for children aged 3 to 18 on Tuesday, August 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. This will take place at the State Theater located at 4149 Main Street in Loris. There is no charge for the screening test. Results will be provided to the parents/guardians of the children to take to an eye doctor. Every child who undergoes screening will be given a complimentary scoop of ice cream from The Scoop at Ritchie’s General Store and Eatery, along with gift bags containing gift …

By Kaye Collins Horry County Emergency Management is seeking the public input on the 2025 draft of the Horry County Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazards Mitigation Plan. This plan has been drafted in conjunction with all participating municipalities and utility providers throughout the county. Every five years, Horry County updates its Hazard Mitigation Plan – a roadmap to help reduce the impact of disasters like hurricanes, floods, wildfires and severe storms. The plan was created in partnership via the Mitigation Task Force.  The Horry County Emergency Management Development has worked with many partners across the local and regional spectrum to develop it.  It …

By Kaye Collins In 2019 Horry County Council approved the Comprehensive Plan named IMAGINE 2040 which is a vital policy document that shapes the community’s growth, development and resilience. The vital policy document is used to help shape the future for Horry County. The South Carolina Code of Laws requires a review of the Comprehensive Plan at least -once every five years and update at least once every ten years. The major component for this review is the incorporation of resiliency, ensuring that Horry County is equipped to handle environmental, economic and social challenges, including climate change, natural disasters and …