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The GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club will host its annual “Purses with Purpose” Charity Event on Thursday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. in the Nautilus Ballroom at the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. The event is presented in collaboration with title sponsor Elliott Beach Rentals. During the evening, local male models will showcase designer purses and handbags donated by prominent women, charities, celebrities and dignitaries in a very fun and entertaining live auction. The event also features a large silent auction with baskets, purses and gift certificates for dining, shopping, spa treatments, weekend getaways and vacations. The bling raffle …

The GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club will host its annual “Purses with Purpose” Charity Event on Thursday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. in the Nautilus Ballroom at the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. The event is presented in collaboration with title sponsor Elliott Beach Rentals. During the evening, local male models will showcase designer purses and handbags donated by prominent women, charities, celebrities and dignitaries in a very fun and entertaining live auction. The event also features a large silent auction with baskets, purses and gift certificates for dining, shopping, spa treatments, weekend getaways and vacations. The bling raffle …

Destination North Myrtle Beach is proud to announce Ed Horton of Anderson Brothers Bank as the 2026 recipient of the Senator Dick Elliott Excellence in Leadership Award. This distinguished award is presented to an individual or organization that exemplifies the leadership qualities, character, and dedication to selfless service that the late Senator Dick Elliott embodied throughout his life. The 2026 recipient was selected by Destination North Myrtle Beach Board Chair Whitney Prince of Boardwalk Billy’s. Ed Horton has served the North Myrtle Beach community with distinction for decades, demonstrating a deep commitment to civic leadership, economic development, and service to …

On Monday, March 16, Lou Palm of North Myrtle Beach announced his intention to run for the District 1 seat on the Horry County School Board. “Since joining the Army at the age of 18, working as an emergency response exercise designer for the Department of Energy, the FBI, and the California Office of Homeland Security, and serving as an American Red Cross and Team Rubicon disaster responder, I have tried to give back to the folks and country which supported me.” “I have been a resident of North Myrtle Beach for 20 years. Two of my grandchildren graduated from …

The Loris Garden Club met on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 4 p.m. on Walnut Street at the Mishoe Stoudenmire Building in Loris. President Gloria Kinney welcomed the group and recited the invocation. The club’s meeting venue was decorated with whimsical and adorable St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun figurines, a tree festooned with shamrocks and included delicious refreshments; all of which were provided by hostesses Wanda Cox, Barbara Enzor and Gloria Kinney. Vice president David Stoudenmire introduced the club’s guest speaker, Brooke Hall, Agricultural Instructor at Loris High School. Ms. Hall reviewed the Agricultural Program at the High School, which has …

By Kaye Collins Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority (GSWSA) began flushing the waterlines in Little River, Conway, Loris, Aynor, Gallivants Ferry, Green Sea and communities west of the Waccamaw River. There may be a noticeable change with the smell of chlorine. GSWSA began flushing the waterlines at the beginning of March 2026 opening the fire hydrants to let the water flow to remove any sediment which may result in temporary water discoloration or sediment in your water. As a reminder when doing laundry they suggest checking the water before loading the washer. Throughout the year, safe concentrations of chloramines …

By Kaye Collins The Loris Chamber of Commerce has launched their Industry Tour Series and is thrilled to provide opportunities for its members. The objective is to organize a one-hour industry tour every month, providing members with the opportunity to observe and gain insights into the businesses and sectors that contribute to our local economy. To ensure that the tours remain manageable for our hosts, we will restrict participation to approximately 20 individuals. Chamber members, who are interested, please inform us so they can assess interest and start organizing attendance. “If you can’t attend this time or if the spots …

By Kaye Collins Horry County Planning and Zoning is seeking your input through the Industrial Corridors Survey as part of the IMAGINE 2040 Five-Year Review. Horry County is seeking public feedback on its proposal to establish industrial corridors within its Future Land Use Map, which will enhance the planning of industrial placements. The plan will identify multiple corridors for industrial growth to minimize land use conflicts, offer direction to industrial developers, and promote economic development. This survey is designed to gather opinions from the public and stakeholders regarding suitable and unsuitable areas for these corridors. The Future Land Use Map …

By Diane Billard On Sunday, March 1, 2026, Rotary District 7770 Governor Sandy Morckel and Area 11 Assistant Governor Diane Billard presented the Rotary International Avenues of Services Award to Renee Hembree.  This was part of the program at the Spirits of Giving Mardi Gras Fundraiser at Hurricane Juel’s. This award recognizes Rotarians who have received district-level recognition in all five Avenues of Service: Club Service, Vocational Service, Community Service, International Service and Youth Service. Club Service — In 2018, Renee Hembree heard some students were suffering at her neighborhood high school due to homelessness, lack of support, or living …

By Ruben Lowman The long-debated I-73 project, a multi-billion dollar infrastructure plan designed to link the North Carolina border to the Grand Strand, may soon have an official name. On Thursday, March 5, the South Carolina House of Representatives officially passed a resolution to name the yet-to-be-built stretch of road the President Donald J. Trump Highway. The resolution, known as House Bill 4982, cleared the House floor with a 76-28 roll call vote. The bill was a collective effort from a large contingent of Grand Strand leaders, introduced by Representative Heather Ammons Crawford and co-sponsored by several Horry County representatives, …