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By Kaye Collins Open Hearts Community Outreach (OHOC) offered the community a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The doors at Ernie’s Diner opened with a volunteer welcoming all who entered Ernie’s Diner to share a meal. Families, friends and individuals sat down at the tables and were served turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, cornbread, dessert and a drink of their choice. This year, the number of drive-through vehicles collecting meals surpassed that of patrons who dined inside the restaurant. “We provided 697 meals, I feel our event was a tremendous …

By Kaye Collins It has been a year since Horry Electric Cooperative (HEC) introduced a new rate structure for three key reasons. The first was to empower members to manage their bills. Secondly is to ensure that member bills reflect the traditional billing practices of HEC. Thirdly they guaranteed that members contribute fairly for the electricity they consume in their homes or businesses, as well as for their share of the peak demand they place on the system. Since the introduction of the new rate structure in May 2024, they have dedicated themselves to educating their members. HEC has invested …

By Kaye Collins The City of Loris Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, December 10, at 6 p.m. regarding the request for a variance aimed at clarifying and defining the dimensional requirements for parcels designated as Common Open Space [Pin(s) 176-00-00-0030]. The hearing will take place in the Council Chambers at the Loris City Hall located at 4101 Walnut Street. Attendees can access the meeting through the side entrance door on Railroad Avenue. Individuals who wish to speak before the Board are required to sign up in person before the meeting commences. For …

By Kaye Collins The Horry County Council met on Tuesday, Nov. 18, where they approved the proposal to shorten the hours of operation for the Horry County Recycling and Solid Waste locations. The new hours will take effect in January 2026. With reducing the hours of operation, council approved to include Easter Sunday in their holiday schedule. There are 25 centers located in Horry County that close at 7 p.m. six days a week. Two of these centers operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays, 18 centers are open from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays and …

By John Smithson The City of North Myrtle Beach honored Mayor Marilyn Hatley last Thursday evening with a Final Gavel Gala to celebrate her 29 years of service to the city, the final 24 years as mayor. This time the mayor was in city hall to meet and greet her many friends, supporters and government officials and she needed no gavel to start or finish the affair. There were tables of food to help celebrate and lots of recognition and congratulations from many dignitaries. After time to welcome those who dropped in to wish her well, city manager Ryan Fabbri …

By James Pease II The 41st Annual Intracoastal Christmas Regatta will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Since 1985, this annual boat parade has been held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The parade will launch from the Little River Inlet at 5 p.m. and travel down the Intracoastal Waterway to Dock Holiday’s Marina around 7 p.m. and can be viewed anywhere on the waterway. The parade will benefit Yachts for Tots, an organization that assists children with specific needs as they arise, year-round. Make sure to bring a new unwrapped toy to one of …

The Little River Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center will be hosting the first annual Waterfront Winterland on Friday, Nov. 28, from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. This will be a free, family-friendly event that brings the waterfront to life with twinkling lights, live entertainment and holiday cheer. Experience the magic as a 15-foot live Christmas tree is lit and showcases over twenty beautifully decorated trees from local businesses. Enjoy a cozy night of holiday fun with a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus you can snap your own festive photos with. Watch the Christmas classic “Elf” on a large …

On Thursday, November 20, 2025, the City of North Myrtle Beach honored Mayor Marilyn Hatley for nearly three decades of devoted leadership at the forefront of the City of North Myrtle Beach. “We are deeply grateful to have been guided by such a strong, visionary woman—both on City Council and as our Mayor.” “Her strength, compassion and unwavering commitment have shaped North Myrtle Beach for the better, creating a lasting impact on residents and visitors alike.” “Mayor Hatley, thank you for 29 years of exceptional service.” “City legacy projects she has played important roles in”: “Beach Preservation: Mayor Marilyn Hatley …

Attention third through fifth graders in the North Myrtle Beach, Little River and Longs area: Want to help create a Christmas Card design for the North Myrtle Beach Fire Department and/or Police Department this season? Drop off your design at 1015 Second Avenue South at the Police Department Records Division. You can submit two designs, one for fire and one for police. Christmas Card creation requirements are as follows: You must be in grades third through fifth. You must live in North Myrtle Beach, Little River or the Longs area. Your artwork must be created on an 8.5 inch x …

To those who will be celebrating with family and friends, the City of North Myrtle Beach wishes everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. The City Thanksgiving schedule is as follows: North Myrtle Beach City Hall and Parks Administration offices will be closed from 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28. The Aquatic and Fitness Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27. The sanitation services will not be picked up on Thursday, November 27, and will continue with Thursday’s route on Friday, November 28. The city’s sports park will be open during the day but will close …