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By Kaye Collins The 46th Annual Loris Bog-Off Festival attracted close to 40,000 attendees from various locations to partake in six city blocks filled with chicken bog, vendors, contests and additional activities in downtown Loris on Saturday, October 18. Opening the Bog-Off stage was Mayor Mike Suggs offering words of thankfulness for coming to the 46th Annual Bog-Off Festival. Samantha Norris also welcomed everyone and turned the show over to Doug Kelly who spent the day making introductions and announcements. The local Loris schools choruses performed with a martial arts show following the opening of the festival followed by a …

By Kaye Collins Early voting for the residents of Loris for the municipal election scheduled on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, is currently in progress. Voting in person is available until Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Horry County Voter Registration and Elections Office located at 1515 4th Avenue in Conway. Beginning on Monday, October 20, to Friday, October 31, Loris residents can place their votes from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. A valid photo ID is required for check-in to be able to vote. Loris residents must utilize the county office in Conway for early voting as …

By Ruth Ann Jones Loris Garden Club members met on the chilly, windy morning of Thursday, Oct. 9, with 50 lovely yellow mums to plant around Loris, as they have been doing for many years prior to the Loris Bog-Off Festival, on Saturday, Oct. 18. The group met at Loris Garden Club Heniford Memorial MiniPark- Blue Star Marker located on Highway 9B East, to clean the area and plant mums. They met again at the recently redesigned and dedicated Thelma Suggs Memorial Butterfly Garden Blue Star Marker located at the Loris Legion Hut on Highway 9W B which was also …

By Meaghan Pitman Get ready for a morning full of wagging tails and sandy paws at the first-ever Sniffari on the Strand! Join the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., starting at the Horseshoe in North Myrtle Beach for a unique one-mile beach walk designed especially for people and their pups. This event goes beyond your average walk. Along the way, dogs will love exploring specially designed sniff stations, offering mental stimulation, enrichment and plenty of fun as they enjoy the sights and smells of the beach. “Sniffari on the …

By Angel Sylvester Celebrate the cozy and delicious flavors of autumn at the Flavors of Fall event hosted by the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This one-day, self-guided food tasting event invites guests to stroll along Main Street in North Myrtle Beach and experience a wide variety of fall-inspired treats from participating local businesses. From sweet to savory, there’s something to satisfy every craving as the community comes together to celebrate the season. Participants can explore Main Street at their own pace, sampling an array of fall-themed …

By Gianna Forbis The City of North Myrtle Beach has begun construction on a two million gallon water storage tank and a new 30 inch water transmission line in the Windy Hill area. Work on the transmission line is currently underway along Poinsett Street, while construction of the new water tank has begun in Windy Hill. The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2026. Construction activity will be limited to public road rights-of-way and designated construction easements. Residents and visitors should expect temporary lane closures and traffic detours as work progresses on the transmission line. Phase …

By Diane Billard The Rotary Club of Little River, including its Sunset Edition Satellite Club, celebrated the club’s 23rd anniversary and the Sunset Edition’s 5th anniversary at River Hills Golf and Country Club on Wednesday, September 24. The Rotary Club of Little River was created on September 24, 2002, and the Sunset Edition was created on September 24, 2020.  During the dinner, President Francois Billard recognized Craig Hill, one of the co-founders, as well as D.G. Schumacher, as the two charter members who are still members of the Rotary Club.  Over 40 Rotarians attended and Jo Malatesta, Marty Richardson and …

By Kaye Collins The 46th Annual Bog-Off Festival is this Saturday, Oct. 18, in downtown Loris from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Loris Bog-Off Festival is a vibrant celebration of the arts, culture, and community spirit found in Loris, South Carolina. A key highlight of the festival is the presentation of “chicken bog,” a cherished local dish. This substantial and flavorful meal comprising chicken, sausage, rice, and a mix of spices serves as a cornerstone of the region’s culinary offerings. The festival showcases a diverse array of food vendors, live music performances, craft booths, and activities suitable for families, …

By Kaye Collins Ricky Dew, owner of Dew’s Sugar Shack, was called to midfield at Friday’s football game halftime, where Principal Jimmy McCullough shook his hand, said a few words of appreciation of Dew’s commitment to the Loris High School programs.  The plaque reads, “Presented to Ricky Dew in sincere appreciation for your outstanding service and commitment to Loris High School and the Loris community.” Dew is a graduate of LHS and a part of the 1988 Lions football team, which remains the only team in school history to finish the regular season undefeated and unblemished. His love of LHS …

By Kaye Collins Loris High School varsity football Homecoming game was Friday, Oct. 10, against the Waccamaw Warriors at Heniford Field with a kick off time at 7:30 p.m. On Friday, Loris added another victory to the bag, ensuring the continuation of their flawless season. They decisively defeated the Warriors with a score of 42-9. This adds to the bragging rights for the Lions, who also emerged victorious in their previous encounter against the same team. The Warriors were the first to score leading the Lions 6 to 0. The Lions took the field and wiped out the Warriors with …