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By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach High School varsity boys volleyball team had a very busy week last week with two region games and four matches in the Battle for the Crown tournament in Florence last Saturday. The Chiefs opened the week with a 2-3 loss at Conway last Tuesday. The Chiefs were home last Thursday for another region match against Socastee. The Braves won that one 3-0 (8-25, 16-25, 11-25). Over last weekend the boys were in Florence for four matches. They opened with a 2-0 win over Wilson and a 2-1 victory over the Cabarrus Athletic Association. …

By John Smithson Cross Country — The Chiefs boys and girls varsity cross country teams joined teams from eight other schools for a meet September 10th at Grand Park in Market Commons. The boys team finished eighth in their race. St. James was first, Myrtle Beach second and Carolina Forest third. Fenna Hollo led the Lady Chiefs to victory as she took first place in the 5K race. Robyn Walsh was third, Aleha Lang was sixth, Ravyn Walsh ninth and Lucy Stalvey fifteenth. The Chiefs had 34 points for first place. St. James was second with 64 points and Socastee …

By Pat Kastner The Knights of Columbus Council 7122 and the Columbiettes 7122 of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach would like to offer a heartfelt thank you to the parishioners, neighbors, friends and visitors who attended the monthly Community Breakfast at the St. John Center on Sunday, August 17, 2025. As always, the funds provide support for the missionary work for the priest and specifically Father Patrick Balogun in Nigeria. The area is under constant attack for those attempting to spread the faith of Christianity in the country. Many Catholic Priests have been …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach invites the community to come out and enjoy a free live concert by The Jeb Mac Band on Thursday, September 18, from 7 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 …

By Lauren Jessie During the Monday, September 15, North Myrtle Beach City Council meeting, the city proudly recognized three outstanding city employees for their dedication, commitment and years of service by presenting them with their Longevity Awards. These awards serve as a testament to their hard work and invaluable contributions to the community. Patrick Wilkinson, Jr., Police Officer, was recognized for 10 years of dedicated service within the Police Department. Fitzroy Smith, Heavy Equipment Operator in the Public Works Department, was recognized for 15 years of dedicated service. Brendon Bellamy, Crew Leader 2 in the Public Works Department, was honored …

By Stephanie Waller Caleb Rosenbalm has been selected as this week’s Dew’s NMB Chiefs Leadership Award winner. Caleb, a junior, is recognized as a mature, well-rounded young man who embodies the qualities of a model student. Known for his dynamic personality and great sense of humor, he leads by example in the classroom and demonstrates determination in both academics and extracurricular activities. A dedicated student and an exemplary Chief, Caleb inspires his peers through collaboration, responsibility and a positive attitude. He is also an active member of the school’s theater group, where he shines both on and off the stage. …

By James Pease II On Friday, September 5, 2025, at noon, registration to run as a candidate in the upcoming North Myrtle Beach city election closed. The upcoming election  will take place on Tuesday, November 4. During this election, the following North Myrtle Beach offices shall be included: Mayor, Council Member At-Large, Council Member Ocean Drive Ward  and Council Member Windy Hill Ward All offices during this election will be held from November 2025 until November 2029. Candidates for North Myrtle Beach Mayor are Troy Spencer, Mayor Pro Tem J. Baldwin and Mike Mahaney. Candidates for City Council At-Large are …

By Carl MacLeod and Matt Davis This festival is a tribute to the unbreakable spirit of those who have defended and upheld America’s freedoms, both locally and nationally. The festival will start with a Parade at 8:15 a.m. at the corner of Mineola and Watson. Followed by a moment of Silence, Prayer, Three-Round Volley, Taps, Flag Folding, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance remarks from Brigadier General John Wilkinson U.S Air Force Retired, Wreath Blessing, Tim Clark Band, Multiple other Speakers, Food and Venders. The 9/11 Memorial Tribute and Patriot’s Day Festival is dedicated to honoring the past, present and future …

By Lauren Jessie The North Myrtle Beach City Council held a City Council workshop on Monday, September 8, at 1:30 p.m. at the North Myrtle Beach City Hall. During the workshop, city staff provided an overview of impervious and pervious surface definitions, with a focus on clarifying what qualifies as a pervious surface. Discussion included the manufacturing and permitting processes for residents who may wish to install or replace pervious surfaces at their property. Council also reviewed standards related to infiltration rates, specifically the proposed benchmark of two inches per hour. If approved, these standards would apply only to single-family …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach invites community members to join the 36th Annual Beach Sweep/Creek Sweep on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event is part of South Carolina’s largest one-day volunteer cleanup effort and your participation helps keep our beaches, dunes, marshes and parks clean and beautiful. How to participate — Volunteers should meet at the Cherry Grove Park and Boat Ramp located on 53rd Avenue North, starting at 8:30 a.m. for registration. Walkers, boaters and kayakers are all encouraged to join. The Beach Sweep/Creek Sweep is a wonderful opportunity for …