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The Horry County Solid Waste Authority recently recognized Little River resident Thomas McMillan as the “Caught Green Handed” recipient for the month of January. “The ‘Caught Green Handed’ recognition is presented monthly to an Horry County resident caught in the act of recycling” stated Esther Murphy, Director of Recycling and Corporate Affairs for the Solid Waste Authority. “It’s the Solid Waste Authority’s way of recognizing and thanking citizens who have made the effort to recycle. Through their recycling efforts, natural resources are saved and the amount of waste being landfilled is reduced.” Mr. McMillan, a regular recycler at the Brooksville …

Former mayor of North Myrtle Beach, Marilyn Hatley, has been appointed to the South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank Board by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster. Her inclusion on the board reflects a gubernatorial appointment, as the Governor of South Carolina appoints two directors to the bank’s board. The purpose of the South Carolina Transportation Infrastructure Bank is to select and assist in financing major qualified projects by providing loans and other financial assistance for constructing and improving highway and transportation facilities necessary for public purposes, including economic development.

By Kaye Collins Due to inclement weather the Loris City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, Feb. 5, was rescheduled to  Monday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m.  Present at the meeting were Mayor Mike Suggs, Councilmembers Joan Gause, Lewis Hardee, Andrea Coleman, Kelli Gerald, Carroll D. Padgett, Jr. and Tonya Sykes. Also present were Acting City Administrator, Angel Neighbours; Code Enforcement Director, Meredith Holmes, City Attorney, John Zelinski; City Clerk, Melinda Price; Loris Police Lt., Larry Williams; and Loris Recreation Director, Woody Hinson. The first motion made was to approve the Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 Council Meeting minutes. The minutes will …

By Kaye Collins Loris Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Samantha Norris announced that the chamber’s headquarters has relocated to 3940 Railroad Ave. in downtown Loris. The chamber officially transitioned to the new building the day prior to Thanksgiving, with Norris and Executive Assistant Stacy Ginther, the two staff members present on-site, working tirelessly to ensure the new facility was operational. The chamber’s newly established headquarters covers an area of 8,000 square feet, which is almost three times larger than its previous location at 4242 Main Street. This expanded space features a more open design that is more appropriate for the …

By Gianna Forbis The North Myrtle Beach Tree Board recognizes the magnificent live oaks (Quercus Virginianas) at Boardwalk Billy’s located at 1407 13th Avenue North as the February Tree(s) of the Month. Boardwalk Billy’s manager, Bobby Stevens, is proud of the trees on the property and appreciates how much shade and atmosphere they add.  Patrons enjoy the trees and children play in the sandy area beneath the largest tree. Live oaks are Southern iconic native trees known for their longevity and sprawling branches. They require extensive room to grow and are tolerant of coastal winds, salt spray, and sandy soils. …

By Michael Carlo The Rotary Club of Little River is proud to host its 12th Annual Spirits of Giving Fundraiser, a signature community event that celebrates service, generosity and the power of giving back. This year’s Mardi Gras–themed celebration will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Hurricane Juel’s Restaurant in Little River, marking 23 years of Rotary service to the local community. The evening promises fun and fellowship — but more importantly, it supports the charitable work that Rotary does year-round. Proceeds from Spirits of Giving directly fund local scholarships, youth leadership and literacy programs, senior and veteran …

By Kaye Collins The record-breaking snowfall on Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, led to significant closures in Loris. Loris City Hall and administrative offices were closed on Monday, Feb. 2, and operated on a delayed schedule, opening at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. The City Council meeting originally scheduled for Monday, Feb. 2, has been moved to Monday, Feb.9, at 6 p.m. Horry County Schools were closed on Monday and Tuesday, going to online learning. Numerous businesses and stores were shut down on Monday because of hazardous driving conditions across Loris. On Tuesday, many of …

By Kaye Collins Although Loris does not have a permanent “Winter Wonderland” attraction, the city transformed into a natural winter wonderland on Feb. 1, 2026, when an unusual winter storm deposited 7 inches of snow in the region which was the highest accumulation recorded in Horry County during this week’s storm. Residents of Loris, Green Sea and Longs areas delighted in the snowfall that began late afternoon on Saturday, Jan. 31, with the heaviest accumulation occurring overnight into Sunday, Feb. 1. As soon as the first snowflake appeared, excitement drew residents to their windows to witness the falling snowflakes. Some …

By Kaye Collins The Green Sea Floyds Library is set to commemorate 25 years of service on Thursday, February 12, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 5331 Highway 9, Green Sea. Branch Manager Melissa Shenk warmly invites the community to join in the celebration. The library was founded on January 2, 2001. It has grown into a reliable center for the community. The library has created numerous memories through a variety of programs. These initiatives include empowering young people with the ‘Thinking Money for Kids’ financial literacy programs and addressing the digital divide with the ‘Community Connect’ initiative. “Beyond …

By Kaye Collins The L.W. Paul Living History Farm was founded with the goal of preserving and safeguarding the artifacts and items associated with the history and culture of Horry County’s farm families from 1900 to 1955. It aims to educate visitors about the history of these families through interpretive exhibits set in a functioning traditional farm environment. The L.W. Paul Living History Farm operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Past classes include, Saturday, Jan. 3, children explored local insects, including honey bees. They also had the opportunity to taste various types of honey and observe …