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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Inns collaborate with a ministry to provide housing for nearly 20 individuals displaced by a Christmas Day fire in Myrtle Beach. WMBF News
- ➤ A Myrtle Beach man, once stable but now homeless again due to financial difficulties, highlights the growing issue of homelessness in the U.S., marked by an 18% increase overall and a nearly 40% rise in family homelessness for 2024. WPDE
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University mourns the passing of Vice President for Executive Initiatives and Chief of Staff, Travis Overton, highlighting his significant contributions and dedication to the university since July 2007. WPDE
CRIME NEWS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clifford Jones will become the new superintendent of Horry County Schools in February 2025, overseeing changes in administration, classroom policies, and athletics, while two new elementary schools are set to open. My Horry News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The red-cockaded woodpecker has been downlisted from endangered to threatened, showing a significant recovery in Coastal Carolina and the Southeast due to conservation efforts. WPDE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents of the Grand Strand started the New Year with a refreshing hike at Myrtle Beach State Park, highlighting the benefits of nature on mental and physical health. WPDE
- ➤ John and Jo Fesler in Myrtle Beach have become popular on Instagram as 'Squirrel Whisperers,' attracting over 100 thousand followers by sharing videos of their interactions with local squirrels and rehabbing baby squirrels. WPDE
- ➤ Former Myrtle Beach radio hosts Dave Priest and Scott Mann find new careers and contentment as intake specialists at law firms following their layoffs. The Post and Courier
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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Daily Wine Tasting Experience
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The Malpass Brothers Concert
The Malpass Brothers will perform live at the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre in North Myrtle Beach.
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Trivia Night at Voodoo Brewing Co.
Enjoy a lively evening of multimedia trivia competition with prizes, open to teams of up to six participants.
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Interactive Korean Cooking Class
Participants in this hands-on cooking class will learn to prepare authentic Korean dishes while fostering community connections and supporting local initiatives.
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Live Music Performance by Jimmy Roca
Enjoy an engaging live music experience featuring Jimmy Roca, known for his versatile performances that cover a wide range of genres.
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Stillwater Junction Concert
Stillwater Junction will perform live at the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre in North Myrtle Beach.
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Yoga in the Yard with Complimentary Drink
Experience alternating Slow Flow and Yin Yoga classes in a relaxed outdoor setting at Crooked Hammock Brewery, suitable for all skill levels.
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Hispanic Alcoholics Anonymous Discussion Group
This is a closed discussion meeting of the Hispanic Alcoholics Anonymous group that provides support for individuals seeking help with alcohol addiction in Spanish, with wheelchair access available.
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Create and Craft: Make & Take Workshop
Participants can create a personalized piece for their home or as a gift using provided materials, with guidance throughout the workshop.
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Ron Rodgers Concert
Ron Rodgers will perform live at Deckerz in North Myrtle Beach.
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