Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

The City of Myrtle Beach held a groundbreaking ceremony for a Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Warbird Park on Wednesday at 2 p.m. The memorial will feature life-sized statues, engravings, plaques and quotes and is expected to be finished by late spring with sculpture installations planned for fall.

Crews in Carolina Forest are dismantling the old playground to make room for a new one.

The updated play area is set to begin construction soon.

Kind Keeper has partnered with Neal and Pam’s of Surfside Beach for a Polar Plunge event on Saturday, Jan.

10 that runs from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. Swimmers pledge ($30 per swimmer) to join the 2:00 p.m. plunge and are eligible for a best-dressed prize chosen by Pet Wants.

Surfside Beach is refreshing its iconic pier with a new logo by Hanna McCutchen and updated dining options — including the Whistling Duck restaurant which opened Nov.

24. The town plans to add business kiosks and extra features to boost activity at this landmark amid cooler January weather.

Jim Quick with 94.9 The Surf discusses an upcoming Polar Plunge event to benefit the NMB Humane Society on Jan.

16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Horseshoe in North Myrtle Beach, offering prizes such as a cruise vacation & an Ocean Drive Beach Music Festival package.

On Jan. 6, the Myrtle Beach Planning Commission rezoned the former Palace Theatre site for a 28-acre Wavegarden surf park at Broadway at the Beach.

Work is underway and the project, which will include a surf resort + hotels, is scheduled to open in 2027 pending financing.

Conway City Council said 2.8 million guests visited downtown in 2025, driven by festivals, parades, and holiday displays that outpaced Hilton Head.

Officials expect even more visitors in 2026 as they plan additional events.

A 500-foot dredging pipe washed ashore near Second Avenue Pier on Wednesday after falling off a barge headed to a renourishment project in North Myrtle Beach - tugboats are coming to retrieve it.

North Carolina resident Ronald Cope is suing Best Western Ocean Sands Beach Resort in North Myrtle Beach after his June 2023 stay led to a Legionnaires’ disease diagnosis and a hospital stay.

He alleges the resort was negligent in addressing a foul-smelling room and malfunctioning equipment.

The Carolina Panthers released wide receiver Hunter Renfrow after his NFL comeback, making space for players returning from injury.

He played in six games, catching 15 passes for 89 yards and two touchdowns.

Live Music Featuring Peyton Benton

7-9:30 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with captivating performances by talented indie musician Peyton Benton.

Pick Your Project Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - North Myrtle Beach — Pre-registration required — Create a unique wood sign while enjoying a fun DIY experience with friends or family.

Rick Cannon Music Performance

1-5 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Enjoy Americana music from South Carolina's own Rick Cannon as he takes you from Carolina to California.

SongQuiz at Putter’s Pub

6-8 p.m. — Putter’s Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge in a fun trivia challenge on Tuesday nights.

Ultimate Game Show

6-8 p.m. — 810 Entertainment — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete in the ultimate trivia showdown every Wednesday night.

Tony Rosales Jazz: The Piano

5-9 p.m. — Rapone Original Brick Oven — Call for details — Experience an enchanting evening of jazz piano in a cozy venue.

Make & Take Workshop

4-5 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Pre-registration required — Create a unique piece for your home or as a gift in a fun, guided workshop.

Sarga 101 Course

Sarga 101 — Jan 17-20 — Essence Day Spa — Check out this unique barefoot massage workshop exploring therapeutic techniques.

Piano Men Tribute: Elton John & Billy Joel

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gilmore Entertainment — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of music with two pianos featuring the hits of Elton John and Billy Joel.

Music Bingo Night

6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Compete for prizes while enjoying a fun evening of themed music bingo.