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By Kaye Collins The Loris Lions welcomed the Socastee Braves on Friday, September 19, with the game starting at 7:30 p.m. The stands were packed with family, friends, school staff, and Lions supporters. Members of the Blue Pride made their way to the bleachers or stood at the gate to catch the game. The Loris Marching Pride Band played their ditties and the cheerleaders shouted cheers to keep the crowd energized and to motivate the players as they advanced the ball up and down the field. The LHS Lions varsity team took control of the game right from the start …

By Kaye Collins Horry County Police responded to reports of gunfire on the evening of Sunday, September 21, in the Longs area. Four vehicles sustained damage from bullets during what appeared to be a gunfight. Officers arrived at the intersection of Bombing Range Road and Dewitt Road around 9:30 p.m. after receiving calls about shots being fired. A witness reported hearing over 27 shots fired. Officers discovered approximately 25 shell casings, which included 40 caliber, 7.62 caliber and 45 caliber rounds, scattered along a half-mile stretch of the road, as stated in the report. Authorities believe that two vehicles engaged …

By Kaye Collins South Carolina Law Enforcement is responding swiftly after a series of recent events in which state troopers were hit by vehicles while performing their duties on the roadside. During a press conference on Monday, state and local officials revealed a significant enforcement initiative regarding the state’s Move Over Law, as well as a wider effort to combat distracted driving, which includes the recently enacted Hands Over Law. The initiative comes after three South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers were hit within the last month while performing routine traffic stops. One of those troopers was killed, another remains hospitalized, …

By Kaye Collins Many gathered at the Loris Chamber of Commerce Legacy Awards Banquet on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres and mix and mingle began at 6 p.m. Dinner began at 7 p.m. and the awards ceremony began promptly at 8 p.m. with Morina Martin and Gregory Martin as emcees. Jennifer Prince presented a well-organized synopsis of her daughter Ivy Prince’s attributes making her the Youth Leadership Legacy Award winner. Beginning at age 12 Ivy assisted in creating the Loris  4-H Club. She gained opportunities and gained knowledge of community service and leadership qualities. At …

Tony Warren Jr. of the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach has announced to run for North Myrtle Beach City Council at Large in the upcoming election. “It is with great enthusiasm and deep respect for our town that I seek to serve as your representative. My wife Sheila and I moved here to be near my parents in 2013 and fell deeply in love with North Myrtle Beach.” “I owned several businesses back in Greensboro, N.C., where I grew up before moving here; Warren’s Trailer Repair, B&R Trenching & Warren’s Mobile Welding. Now I own Realty Rock Inc. …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach will host its second information gathering event at the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center on Tuesday, September 30, at 6 p.m. to hear directly from Short-Term Rental (STR) operators and managers. The purpose of this event is to better understand the challenges STR operators and managers face and to begin identifying potential shared solutions. This is not a policy hearing and no ordinance changes are being proposed at this event. Community members who operate or manage short-term rentals and would like to speak at the event may complete the speaker registration …

PalmettoPride, in partnership with the South Carolina Litter Control Association (SCLCA), hosted an annual Litter Summit. This year’s Summit took place September 3-5, 2025, and brought together Keep South Carolina Beautiful (KSCB) affiliates, litter prevention professionals and law enforcement officers for program updates, networking and professional development. As South Carolina’s statewide anti-litter organization, PalmettoPride manages the KSCB program and provides technical and financial support to local Keep America Beautiful® (KAB) affiliates. This support helps communities build and sustain effective litter reduction and beautification initiatives. A highlight of the Summit is the annual awards luncheon, where leaders from across the Palmetto …

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. Please note the updated times and locations for the upcoming drop-in sessions: The second opportunity for input will be a Public Engagement Drop-In on Thursday, September 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Barefoot Resort and Golf Clubhouse at 4980 …

By Lauren Jessie The Sounds of Summer series is back Friday, September 19, featuring Southern Sky with an Eagles Tribute. Enjoy this free concert from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex Amphitheater. Attendees are encouraged to bring a 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 with live music, …

By Chris Del Corro Almost four years ago, the City of North Myrtle Beach was approached by the local NMB Pickleball Association about building outdoor courts for the rapidly growing sport of pickleball. The city graciously agreed to help and fundraising began. During those years, pickleball began to explode and the Association’s dream and vision became shared by the city. Soon there will be 15 courts, which include a center court. There are also plans for future expansion in the hopes of drawing national events eventually, bringing millions of dollars to this area. On Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 9:30 …