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Parking registration for North Myrtle Beach residents and non-resident property owners is now open. The city’s paid parking season begins March 1, 2026, and ends October 31, 2026. North Myrtle Beach residents and non-resident property owners may register online or in person at 904 Second Avenue North (the old Santee Cooper building). The parking office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. through 5 p.m. Paid parking will be enforced via license plate recognition. Your vehicle license plate will be your digital permit. Vehicle parking passes must be renewed each year. For residents to complete their registration, you will need …

By John Earnest The Knights of Columbus, Council 7122, from Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church recently organized a Basketball Free Throw Contest, shining a spotlight on local talent.  The contest was held at North Myrtle Beach Middle School on Sunday, February 8, 2026. With the results of the event, the following individuals emerged as first place winners:  Girls Age 9-11, Emma Ferguson;  Boys Age 9-11, Joel Haynes;  Girls Age 12-14, Elinor Stancil;  Boys Age 12-14, Shamar Bryant. Under the guidance of co-chairmen, Renzo Munno and John Earnest, congratulations were extended to these student athletes for their outstanding …

By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach varsity boys and girls basketball teams finished their home schedule last Friday night. The Lady Chiefs started the evening with a 61-18 domination of their region rival. The Chiefs, who won their first matchup with the Seahawks in Myrtle Beach by a 54-47 score, had the tables turned in the second game and lost 50-21. The Lady Chiefs opened the varsity action and jumped out to 16-0 while holding the Lady Seahawks to a single free throw, ending the first quarter with a 16-1 lead. Maddie Vereen scored the first four points, Jurnee …

By Kaye Collins Mayor Mike Suggs awarded a framed Resolution Number 01-26, dated February 2, 2026, to Loris High School Head Coach Greg Mance in recognition of his dedication to the Loris Lions varsity football team over the course of six seasons. Coach Mance has gathered a highly skilled and capable coaching team that has motivated, shaped, and guided the LHS student athletes into a successful football squad, which in 2025 established records and accomplished feats that no Lions teams have achieved in the annals of football. In 2025, the Lions team triumphed over their conference rival, the Dillon Wildcats, …

By Kaye Collins In an effort to provide additional value to our readers, we aim to keep you updated on the events taking place in Loris each week. This week, in celebration of Valentine’s Day, two local businesses are hosting events and inviting anyone interested to save the date along with news from the City Hall of Loris. Wild Skye’s Creative Studio is hosting an adults-only Valentine’s Day Eve event called “Paint your Partner”. This fun and romantic two-hour date night will take place on Friday, February 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 4004 Railroad Avenue. During the event, …

By Kaye Collins Due to inclement weather the Loris City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, Feb. 5, was rescheduled to  Monday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m.  Present at the meeting were Mayor Mike Suggs, Councilmembers Joan Gause, Lewis Hardee, Andrea Coleman, Kelli Gerald, Carroll D. Padgett, Jr. and Tonya Sykes. Also present were Acting City Administrator, Angel Neighbours; Code Enforcement Director, Meredith Holmes, City Attorney, John Zelinski; City Clerk, Melinda Price; Loris Police Lt., Larry Williams; and Loris Recreation Director, Woody Hinson. The first motion made was to approve the Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 Council Meeting minutes. The minutes will …

By Kaye Collins Loris Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Samantha Norris announced that the chamber’s headquarters has relocated to 3940 Railroad Ave. in downtown Loris. The chamber officially transitioned to the new building the day prior to Thanksgiving, with Norris and Executive Assistant Stacy Ginther, the two staff members present on-site, working tirelessly to ensure the new facility was operational. The chamber’s newly established headquarters covers an area of 8,000 square feet, which is almost three times larger than its previous location at 4242 Main Street. This expanded space features a more open design that is more appropriate for the …

By Gianna Forbis The North Myrtle Beach Tree Board recognizes the magnificent live oaks (Quercus Virginianas) at Boardwalk Billy’s located at 1407 13th Avenue North as the February Tree(s) of the Month. Boardwalk Billy’s manager, Bobby Stevens, is proud of the trees on the property and appreciates how much shade and atmosphere they add.  Patrons enjoy the trees and children play in the sandy area beneath the largest tree. Live oaks are Southern iconic native trees known for their longevity and sprawling branches. They require extensive room to grow and are tolerant of coastal winds, salt spray, and sandy soils. …

By Michael Carlo The Rotary Club of Little River is proud to host its 12th Annual Spirits of Giving Fundraiser, a signature community event that celebrates service, generosity and the power of giving back. This year’s Mardi Gras–themed celebration will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Hurricane Juel’s Restaurant in Little River, marking 23 years of Rotary service to the local community. The evening promises fun and fellowship — but more importantly, it supports the charitable work that Rotary does year-round. Proceeds from Spirits of Giving directly fund local scholarships, youth leadership and literacy programs, senior and veteran …

Caring Senior Service, a non-medical, personalized home care services company, has announced it has opened its second South Carolina office, located at 1000 Second Avenue South, Suite 300, in North Myrtle Beach. Caring Senior Service of Myrtle Beach owner Mike Davis brings both a professional background in human resources and personal insights into the challenges families face when caring for aging loved ones to his new business. Seeing a chance to make a real difference in his community, Davis committed to providing high-quality in-home care for seniors. “I want to help seniors maintain their independence while giving families peace of …