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By Kaye Collins The Loris Planning Commission met on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Members present at the meeting were Chair Linda Morrison, Vice Chair Christopher Spivey, Eric Milam, Chad Bennett, Joseph Flesch and John Adkins. Ruth Ann Jones was absent from the meeting. Also present was Meredith K. Holmes Planning and Zoning Director. One of the items listed on the agenda was PL-202507-02 to review the Preliminary Plat for a Major Subdivision called Silver Oak Cottages Phase 2 and 3 (Parcel No. 176-00-00-0030) Diamond Shores. The Commission voted 6-0 in favor of moving forward …

By Kaye Collins Loris High School will host the Alumni Ball during Homecoming weekend, Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the high school cafeteria and courtyard. This event, which coincides with Homecoming weekend, aims to unite former Lions for an evening filled with celebration, reminiscence and a sense of community pride. Attendees will have the pleasure of a buffet featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres, accompanied by music from a live DJ, which will foster an ideal environment for alumni to reunite with former friends, exchange stories and create new memories. All LHS alumni are welcome to join …

By James Pease II Jack Thompson Day was held on Sunday, Sept. 21, at 3 p.m. at the Myrtle Beach Train Depot in Myrtle Beach. Friends of Jack Thompson gather together every year to celebrate his birthday. This year, Jack celebrated his 89th birthday alongside celebrating 75 years of his chronicling of Myrtle Beach’s history through the art of his photography. During the ceremony, numerous speakers spoke of their time knowing Jack Thompson. Mark Kruea was the emcee for the event. He gave opening remarks and thanked everyone for attending. “It’s rare to find this much dedication and commitment in …

By Ben Freda Barefoot Landing is celebrating autumn with an array of events called WonderFall. The season kicked off with the 9th annual SeptemberFest, which was held on Saturday, September 20. Hay decorations made by Thompson Farms give Dockside Village an autumn decor. Attendees had the chance to be like winemakers during Duplin Winery’s 5th annual Grape Stomp, which was held on the lawn between Crooked Hammock and the playground. Marketing employee Frank Glidden emceed the event encouraging the stompers as they were getting the feel of grape juice on their feet. Four friends each wore a T-shirt depicting the …

By Tracy Sauer The GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club will participate in the GFWC International Day of Service on Saturday, September 27, 2025, during the Irish Italian Festival on Main Street. This year’s national focus is Ending Domestic and Sexual Violence and the club’s chosen theme is “Light the Path to End Domestic Violence.” From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors are encouraged to stop by the Woman’s Club purple tent to support survivors and help local charities. The club will collect new stuffed animals, Pull-Ups, art supplies and soft blankets—items specifically requested to comfort children affected by domestic …

By Lauren Jessie During the Monday, September 15, North Myrtle Beach City Council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem J. Baldwin proclaimed Saturday, September 27, 2025, as “GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club International Day of Service” and encouraged all members of our community in North Myrtle Beach and Horry County to support the fight against domestic and sexual violence in all its forms. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs International Day of Service unites all GFWC clubs in collective service to address areas of critical need, raise public awareness and inspire action through community-based projects. The GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s …

The S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) and N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold two public meetings for the proposed Carolina Bays Parkway (SC 31) Extension project. The project, which is part of RIDE 3, would extend Carolina Bays Parkway (SC 31) from its current location at SC 9 in Horry County, across the North Carolina state line to U.S. 17 in Brunswick County, North Carolina, near Shallotte. The proposed improvement is a multi-lane full access freeway partially on a new location. The primary purpose of the project is to improve transportation in the area by enhancing mobility and connectivity …

By Mary Templeton September 19, 2025, was the kick-off for a new year with “The Budding Ecotots”  in Kim Holloway’s kindergarten class at Ocean Drive Elementary School. The Yaupon Garden Club Ecotot Committee was delighted to meet the new class of future Ecotots. Each child was presented an Ecotot T-Shirt to wear during the monthly meetings. Mary Templeton introduced herself, as well as, the Yaupon Garden Club members present: Donna Belski, Margaret Graham, Bette Hurt, Joy Murray, Susan Platt and Belinda Roy. She introduced Mary Hager with the North Myrtle Beach Sea Turtle Patrol who presented a delightful and informative …

By Lauren Jessie The City of North Myrtle Beach invites the community to come out and enjoy a free live concert by Gary Lowder and Smokin’ Hot on Thursday, September 25, 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 …

By John Smithson The North Myrtle Beach Chiefs football team is now halfway through their season and with all their non-region games off the schedule, they have an off day this Friday before beginning their 6-5A region schedule on October 3rd at The Hank. Their record is now 2-3 after their loss to Marlboro County last Friday night and they have some work to do before game time against the Tigers. The Chiefs have, except for their loss to Loris last week, been competitive in their games, but they can’t seem to make that big play on offense or are …