Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

The Grand Strand Men's Conference is scheduled for Sat, Feb.

21 at Valorous Church from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., featuring keynote speaker Alan Wright, a seven-time author and national radio host (from Reynolda Church) leading breakout sessions.

Breeze is launching two new routes from Myrtle Beach Intl.

Airport (one to Orlando that started Thursday and one to Manchester starting today) with one-way fares as low as $69.

Sussex Spaniel Goober impressed at the 150th Westminster Dog Show held Feb.

2-3 in New York City by earning Best in Breed honors while owner (Tara Darling-Lyon) celebrated his standout personality and record as a top Sussex Spaniel from Georgetown.

Fans of Survivor joined a scavenger hunt at Brookgreen Gardens Thursday to celebrate the show’s upcoming 50th season.

Participants searched for a Survivor idol to enter a sweepstakes for a Los Angeles trip while nearly 700 visitors experienced the garden’s natural beauty.

The Spill the Tea S.C.

Author Fair will be held at Chapin Memorial Library on Saturday from 9am to 3pm, with 30 authors hosting meet and greets, book signings, speed talks and kids' story time. Authors from across the Palmetto State will share highlights of their new books.

Socastee Performing Arts is set to present On the Town (a wartime musical featuring music by Leonard Bernstein and classics like 'Come Up to My Place') from February 19-22.

Get tickets in advance for this local production.

On Feb. 4, the Horry County Board of Education held a retreat in Conway that focused on raising teacher and support staff salaries.

Officials presented proposals including a 3%-cost-of-living increase and an across-the-board $2,000 raise, with further discussions planned in the coming months.

Teachers at St. James Elementary discussed challenges with small, unregulated portable classrooms during a meeting Thursday.

District officials announced that construction for a $69-million replacement facility, which will raise capacity from 760 to 1,200 students, will begin this summer and finish by the 2028 school year.

David Warner announced his candidacy for the Horry County Board of Education District 10, covering Carolina Forest, Conway, Green Sea Floyds and Loris.

Known as a parent advocate (who removed explicit books from school libraries), he will contest the primary on June 9 and focus on parental input in curriculum.

Horry County officials are warning residents to avoid risky backyard fires as experts foresee an active wildfire season; local leaders in Carolina Forest are distributing burn ban signs (Tony Casey said) to promote safe burning practices.

New Directions of Horry County issued a Code Blue Alert for Thursday & today and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. at the Osceola St. shelter to offer warm overnight refuge for people experiencing homelessness.

Barnabas Horse Foundation in Murrells Inlet offers equine-assisted therapy to trauma victims including veterans and survivors, letting horses spark healing through gentle, nonclinical care.

The nonprofit relies on local grants and community donations for its free services.

The 49th World’s Strongest Man competition will be held from April 23-26 at the Oceanfront at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place in Myrtle Beach, with qualifying rounds on Thursday and Friday and finals on Saturday and Sunday.

Organizers promise tough events including the Hercules Hold to draw athletes and visitors.

Volunteer registration for ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic opened on Thursday and will remain open until all positions are filled.

Volunteers (ages 18+ for roles like gallery management and hospitality, and juniors 13-24 for standard bearer positions) can sign up ahead of the May 7-10 tournament at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.

Second Helping - The Original Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Gilmore Entertainment — Tickets required — Experience the legendary Southern rock sounds from the world’s original Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band.

Rick Cannon Live Performance

1-5 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Experience Americana music from SC's own Rick Cannon as he takes you on a musical journey.

Mind Games Trivia Night

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Test your knowledge with a fun trivia night at the beach's favorite tap and grill.

Rob Cole Live Performance

5-8 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music with Rob Cole at a popular local venue.

Mind Games Trivia Night

6:30-8 p.m. — Grumpy Monk North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Challenge your brain with a fun evening of trivia at a local favorite hangout.

Valentine's/Galentine's Hyper Realistic Candle Class

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Cafe de Paris — Ticket includes a drink — Create your own stylish candle while enjoying a festive drink at Cafe de Paris.

Laughter on 23rd Floor

2-3 p.m. — LONG BAY THEATRE — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a delightful comedy show for all ages at Long Bay Theatre.

Devin Dove Duo Performance

5-8 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Catch the Devin Dove Duo performing live for a delightful evening of music.

Joe and Bro Music Bingo

6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free to play — Enjoy themed music bingo with prizes like concert tickets and gift cards.

The Carolina Opry

7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy variety show featuring music, dance, and comedy from top talents.