The Myrtle Beach Sun News
The Piper, a new 3 par, nine-hole golf course opens in Myrtle Beach
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- The Piper, a new 3 par, nine-hole golf course opens in Myrtle Beach
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Legends Golf Resort unveiled its latest course on Sept. 29, 2026, known as The Piper. The par 3, nine-hole course sits just behind the resort’s club house and will be available to play starting Oct. 2, 2026.
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- CCU students sort trash after football game, save waste from landfill
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Sustain Coastal, CCU’s sustainability program, sorts waste generated during home football games into compost, recycling and trash.
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- Waties Island may offer public access in future. Here's what is planned
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A 2026 update of plans for Waties Island. The family that owned part of last remaining undeveloped sea islands on the South Carolina coast has transferred much of their land to the state. Officials are considering ways to balance public access with preservation. Sept. 3, 2026
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- Veteran Jabrier Lee recipient of a smart home from Tunnel to Towers
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Senior Airman Jabrier Lee, who received a mortgage-free home after contracting a rare condition known as Steven-Johnson Syndrome while serving in Afghanistan. The condition resulted in near blindness and damage to many of his organs. Lee recounts his experience with Tunnel to Towers. August 30, 2026.
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- Veteran and firefighter recieves a fully renovated 'smart home' in North Myrtle Beach, SC
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Army veteran and firefighter Normand Dumais Jr. received completely remodeled smart home in North Myrtle Beach, SC from Tunnel to Tower's foundation. He and his wife, Amanda, discuss their experience. Aug. 31, 2026.
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- Loris area residents blame nearby quarry for causing sink holes
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Veronica Thompson Frink recorded a sinkhole forming on Cedar Branch Road on June 4, 2026, which she believes was caused by work at the neighboring North Myrtle Beach Quarry in Loris. The road has since been repaired, but other property owners say they are battling holes forming in the yards.
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- Guy Fieri officially opens new Downtown Flavortown at Myrtle Beach Mall
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- 1:29
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Guy Fieri, an Emmy Award winning chef and television personality, appeared in Myrtle Beach on Thursday for the official grand opening and ribbon cutting of his Downtown Flavortown restaurant at the Myrtle Beach Mall. Sept. 10, 2026.
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- 911 phone call for 5-year-old Saylor Hayes released
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Georgetown County Sheriff's Office released the call on Wednesday. Saylor Hayes, who was reported missing in Pawleys Island by her parents on Aug. 30. Her body was found the next day. Her parents face charges that are related to the case.
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- Memorial placed for 5-year-old Saylor Hayes at Pawleys area boat landing
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A memorial for 5-year-old Saylor Hayes was placed near boat landing in the Hagley community of Pawleys Island, S.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026. Hayes, a nonverbal child with autism, went missing from a nearby vacation rental on Aug. 30, and her body was recovered from the water the following morning. Her parents were arrested in Tennessee and face charges of unlawful neglect and child abandonment in Georgetown County.
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- President Trump vows to come play golf in Myrtle if Darline Graham wins
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- President Donald Trump says that if Darline Graham wins the election for U.S. Senate, he will come back to Myrtle Beach to play a round of golf. He made the comments during a visit to a rally for Graham in Myrtle Beach, SC on Friday. Aug. 21, 2026.
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- President Trump lands in Myrtle Beach
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- President Donald Trump landed aboard Air Force One at Myrtle Beach International Airport on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. He will speak at a campaign rally in the coastal city.
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- Hundreds wait to see President Trump
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- 0:18
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Doors opened to allow hundreds of people into the Myrtle Beach Convention Center Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, where President Donald Trump is expected to attend an evening rally.
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- Attendees at Trump rally battling heat
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- 0:13
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hundreds of people waiting in line for a rally in Myrtle Beach, SC, that will be attended by President Donald Trump are battling a head advisory on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. Several people have fainted and one person had to be removed by medical crews.
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- Watch an interview with Myrtle Beach's incoming Chief of Police
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- 9:08
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Myrtle Beach's incoming Chief of Police, Frederick Chambers, gave an online interview with The Sun News Staff on Monday, Aug. 17. Chambers expects to take over the role in September.
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- Viral internet mime to spread 'good vibes' at Myrtle Beach bike rally
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Tom the Mime, who has become loved for his teasing and playful expressions, will be the grand marshal for the 2026 Fall Myrtle Beach Bike Rally.
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- Get ready for the Myrtle Beach Fall Bike Rally
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The annual Fall Myrtle Beach Bike Rally will run from Sept. 25 to Oct. 4, 2026. While a little smaller and than the area's Spring bike events, riders still come from around the country to enjoy the beach, bars and weather that makes the Fall rally unique.
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- Meet the Myrtle Beach Chief of Police finalists
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The City of Myrtle Beach held a drop-in event on Tuesday evening to “Meet the Candidates” for the city’s new Chief of Police. Residents were given a chance to talk with the four candidates and a QR code was provided for feedback. Aug 11, 2026.
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- Fresh Brewed Coffee House owner says Myrtle Beach targeting homeless people
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Fresh Brewed Coffee House owner Kate Curran took to social media over the weekend questioning the loitering arrests and accusing police of targeting homeless people. Excerpts from two videos posted to her Facebook Page and provided to The Sun News.
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- New Food Lion coming to Myrtle Beach
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A new Food Lion was announced in Myrtle Beach, SC this week will fill the vacancy in a downtown shopping center. Aug. 13, 2026.
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- Myrtle Beach Ocean Rescue crews train on new life saving device
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Myrtle Beach Ocean Rescue crews trained on the use of new Marine Rescue Platforms on Friday morning near Springmaid Pier. The inflatable devices are stored in duffle bags and can be deployed in seconds and hold up to ten people. The City of Myrtle Beach obtained ten of the devices that can be tossed from jet-skis or dropped from helicopters to make water rescues. Aug. 14, 2026.
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- New dining and bowling space Alley Oops opening soon in North Myrtle Beach
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Alley Oops, a new restaurant, bowling alley and arcade, will open in North Myrtle Beach in August.
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- How has sea level rise impacted the SC coast?
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Sea levels are rising, and South Carolina is already seeing effects: worsening impacts from storm surge, more frequent high tide flooding and increasing costs to repair and mitigate damage.
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- Watch as waterspouts form over Little River
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Brandon Brookshire shared this vide of on apparent waterspout off Little River this Sunday. Aug. 2, 2026.
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- Family carrying on father's legacy at this popular Grand Strand restaurant
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Sam's Corner in Garden City, SC is celebrating 50 years. Sam Baker's family is carrying on his legacy at the popular burger and hot dog spot. Watch to learn about this iconic's restaurant's history of serving Myrtle Beach area locals and visitors.
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- Watch as tobacco is harvested at Horry County's historical farm
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Volunteers, staff and guests help bring in a tobacco crop at the L.W. Paul Living History Farm in Conway on Saturday. The farm operates today much the same as it would have in the mid-twentieth century when tobacco was the main cash crop in Horry County and the Pee Dee Region of South Carolina. August,01 2026
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- Alligator drags dog from backyard in Myrtle Beach area neighborhood
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An alligator dragged a 55-lb english bulldog from a family's back yard as they were relaxing with their children on Wednesday afternoon. Madeline Raynor said the alligator in her Myrtle Beach Golf and Yacht Club community came through the bushes to drag off her 10-year-old family pet, "Maggie." The same community was the site of a gator attack that killed a 75-year-old Michael Burstein in 2022. July 30, 2026.
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- Alligator drags dog from backyard in Myrtle Beach area neighborhood
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An alligator dragged a 55-lb english bulldog from a family's back yard as they were relaxing with their children on Wednesday afternoon. Madeline Raynor said the alligator in her Myrtle Beach Golf and Yacht Club community came through the bushes to drag off her 10-year-old family pet, "Maggie." The same community was the site of a gator attack that killed a 75-year-old Michael Burstein in 2022. July 30, 2026.
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- Update on Highway 501 widening project
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- 3:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Horry County Government recently posted this video about RIDE's Highway 501 widening project. RIDE's Deputy Director, Anna Barnhill, provides an update on the widening of Highway 501 and how the work is part of a larger picture to improve the flow of traffic along the corridor. Horry County Government Provided. July 25, 2026.
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- Grand Strand Beach Renourishment update from USACE
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District posted a video this week with an update on the Grand Strand Renourishment Project and answered some common questions. The project has moved South and is being completed in the Surfside and Garden City beach area. Construction is expected to be completed near the end of August 2026. Video posted by US Army Corps of Engineers July 21, 2026.
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- Ex-pastor, leaders of Pawleys Island Church charged after sex offender allowed around kids
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Three former leaders at Pawleys Island Community Church were arrested Monday after authorities say they knowingly allowed a registered sex offender to work around children in the church.
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- Celebrating Ice Cream Day in Myrtle Beach? Here are some suggestions
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- National Ice Cream Day is coming and there are lots of frozen treats to choose from on the Grand Strand. Here are the top rated ice cream shops in the Myrtle Beach area according to Yelp reviews.
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- Major road work is happening in downtown Myrtle Beach. Here's the latest update
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The RIDE 3 project, approved by Horry County voters in 2016, aims to connect U.S. Highway 501 with a key street in downtown Myrtle Beach, SC to improve traffic. Realignment of Highway 501 is underway as are several other road improvement projects in the new Arts and Innovation District downtown. June 14, 2026.
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- A sunflower festival is being held at this family farm and you can pick them
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Southern Palmetto Farms is hosting its U-Pick Sunflower and Zinnia Festival in Aynor, SC. A kid friendly event, participants can pick flowers, pose with several props scattered throughout the garden, visit farm animals, and enjoy the play areas and slides as well as refreshments. The festival is being held July 10 - 12 from 6pm until dusk. July,10 2026
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- Salute From the Shore in North Myrtle Beach, SC
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Beachgoers gathered in the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach, SC, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, to see military aircrafts flying overhead as part of the Salute From the Shore on Independence Day. Planes, including helicopters, flew along the South Carolina coast from North Myrtle Beach to Beaufort/Bluffton area.
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- Hot summer night in Myrtle Beach. Visitors are arriving for July 4th weekend.
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- As the sun set in downtown Myrtle Beach Thursday night, visitors got an early start on the July 4th weekend by cruising Ocean Boulevard, walking the boardwalk, riding amusements, eating at local vendors, and exploring the beach by night. July 2, 2026
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- Horry solicitor seeking death penalty for convicted murderer in Crescom bank robbery
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Brandon Council, already convicted on federal murder charges in the deaths of Donna Major and Katie Skeen during the Crescom Bank robbery in 2017, was in Conway court today for a hearing. The 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office is now seeking the death penalty, after Council’s original federal death sentence was among 37 commuted by President Joe Biden in December 2024.
June 16, 2026.
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- Retirement party held for Horry County's veteran K-9 officer
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- A retirement party was held for Horry County Police's veteran K-9 officer, "Ori". The German Shepherd, who served for 10 years with the Street Crimes Unit and was responsible for many fugitive arrests and drug interdictions, was presented a plaque with some of his accomplishments listed and showered with tennis balls. His handler, Sgt. Brandon Rabon, says the celebrated working dog will live out the rest of his life as a well loved family pet in his home with his wife, son and other dog. June 30, 2026.
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- Beware of swimming in Myrtle Beach swashes. Here's why
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- There are several ocean outfalls, locally known as 'swashes' that drain storm water into the ocean. Here's what you should know about them. June, 25, 2026.
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- Here are some of the popular 4th of July events across the Grand Strand
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- A wide range of 4th of July activities and events are held across the Myrtle Beach area on the holiday weekend. Take a look at some of those past events to plan for this year's 250th celebration.
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- Take a look inside the new distillery at Broadway at the Beach
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Ole Smoky Distillery and Yee-Haw Brewing Co., at Myrtle Beach’s Broadway at the Beach, offers a distillery, beer garden and restaurant all in the same space. June 17, 2026.
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- Scenes from Myrtle Beach on a lazy summer afternoon
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- 3:04
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Enjoy these scenes from the Myrtle Beach shoreline, pier, and boardwalk on a lazy summer afternoon. June 18, 2026.
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- Watch the highlights of the runoff debate for S.C. Governor
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- A runoff debate between Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson was held at Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC on Tuesday.
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- Look at this unique domed house offered as AirBNB on the river near Conway, SC
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The Dome at Wild River, a unique 1970s home featuring custom woodworking and eccentric decor, sits above the Waccamaw River outside of Conway, SC. The home features three levels and can host eight guests with expansive porches and outdoor areas for entertaining. The new owners are now welcoming guests for short-term vacation rentals. June 11, 2026.
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- Coastal Carolina welcomes Coach Chris Lemonis
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Coastal Carolina University welcomed Coach Chris Lemonis as the seventh head coach of the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Baseball team on Friday.
Lemonis, a Myrtle Beach native, Socastee High School graduate and national championship-winning coach, spoke about his ties to the area and his hopes to recruiting new players to the team.
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- South Carolina drought effecting river conditions on the Waccamaw
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The Waccamaw River at Red Bluff, above Conway, SC, is significantly lower than normal due to an ongoing drought. South Carolina and Horry County have received 8 inches less rain than normal for this time of year leading to exposed river banks and waterway hazards. June 8, 2026.
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- Suspected red algae popping up near Myrtle Beach coastline
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- A suspected red hair algae is popping up along Grand Strand shorelines. South Carolina Department of Natural Resource's staff have an idea of what it is, but are not certain.
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- Take an inside look at Guy Fieri's new Downtown Flavortown at Myrtle Beach Mall
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Downtown Flavortown, a dining and entertainment concept from Guy Fieri, features a restaurant, bowling alley and arcade inside the 50,000-square-foot facility at Myrtle Beach Mall.
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- One-of-a-kind new shop combines books, local art and nightlife in Loris, SC
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Tippitiwichit, a new store in Longs, South Carolina, combines books, local art, drinks and community events.
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- Contour Airlines launches Myrtle Beach service. Watch the arrival celebration.
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) hosted an inaugural flight celebration for Contour Airlines on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Contour Air plans to operate direct flights between Beckley, WV and Myrtle Beach on Wednesdays and Saturdays and announced plans for service to additional cities.
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- New Myrtle Beach area baseball and softball training facility opening soon
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Alex Buccilli, a former Coastal Carolina baseball player, is opening the Big Game Performance Indoor Baseball and Softball Facility near North Myrtle Beach, SC. The indoor training facility run by coaches includes batting cages, pitching bullpens and strength-training. June 2, 2026.
