Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

Bridgett Scholl in Walkers Woods saw her home damaged by the Covington wildfire a year ago and is still repairing windows, siding, and carpet as insurance delays and contractor issues prolong her recovery — neighbors continue to lend support.

Community leaders in Carolina Forest are using lessons from last year's Covington Drive wildfire (which forced evacuations) to help residents prepare for emergencies like wildfires and floods.

The Carolina Forest Civic Association meets on the third Wednesday each month at the Rec Center at 6 p.m. for resource sharing.

The Carolina Country Music Festival (CCMF) has announced a daily lineup featuring headliners Riley Green on Thursday, Luke Bryan on Friday, Blake Shelton on Saturday, and Post Malone on Sunday during the June 4-7 event in Myrtle Beach.

Friday, Feb. 27, the Coastal Carolinas Volunteer Chapter of Canine Companions visited Homewood Elementary in Conway to share reading with kindergarten classes, donating a copy of Andy — A Dog's Tale to each of the 30 district schools and hosting puppy training demonstrations.

Pam Dawson, current Horry County Board of Education District 6 representative, confirmed her reelection bid on Monday, March 2 — her seat serves nearly 48,000 students in Socastee and St. James areas.

She aims to boost programs as the primary election is set for June 9.

Debbie Edmonds, current Horry County Board of Education District 2 representative for Carolina Forest and Myrtle Beach, confirmed Monday, Mar.

2, that she will not seek reelection in 2026. The former educator and Integra Fabrics owner said she plans to focus on state-level work to further improve education.

Horry County has a turbulent wildfire history that includes the 1954 Bombing Range Fire, the 1976 Buist Tract fire and a 2009 blaze near Barefoot Resort that forced 4,000 evacuations.

These events spurred major changes in fire prevention and preparedness across the county.

Local fire experts advise homeowners to prepare for wildfire season by cleaning gutters and securing roofs.

They recommend using noncombustible materials + maintaining clear space around homes to reduce damage from flying embers over the next two months.

Myrtle Beach residents can join the national FireWise USA program to lower wildfire risks by forming committees, assessing hazards with provided templates, drafting a three-year action plan, and investing volunteer hours per home before submitting applications via local fire departments (offering insurance discounts and official recognition).

A year after the Covington Drive wildfire burned over 2,000 acres in Carolina Forest, forester Drake Carroll noted that new vegetation has taken root, even as charred trees still mark the landscape.

Homeowners have also repaired homes to usher in a sense of normalcy + nature is gradually recovering.

Forestry chief Darryl Jones recommends that homes near tree lines maintain 30 feet of open space to reduce wildfire risk after the Carolina Forest wildfire last year, but county ordinances still do not require defensible spaces.

County staff are reviewing development proposals + enhancing safety measures for affected areas.

King's North at Myrtle Beach National reopened Monday after a two-year renovation — the project included work by renowned architect Brandon John to refresh the golf course for local players while upgrading the clubhouse and greens.

PMI-ACP® Agile Certification Training

2-10 p.m. — Myrtle Beach Classroom — Varies by participant count — Enhance your career with hands-on Agile certification training from expert instructors.

Trivia Night at The Grumpy Monk

6:30-8 p.m. — The Grumpy Monk North Myrtle Beach — Free to play — Test your knowledge with fun trivia challenges every Thursday evening.

Surfside Beach BBQ Festival

4-7 p.m. — 10 S Yaupon Dr, Surfside Beach — Entry details not specified — Savor the best local barbecue alongside crafts, vendors, and live music at this delicious annual festival.

Get The Led Out - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

7-9 p.m. — Gilmore Entertainment — $ — Experience the epic sound of Led Zeppelin's music brought to life on stage by Get The Led Out.

Jukebox Bingo Night

5-7 p.m. — Taco Mundo Kitchen y Cantina — Free event — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of Jukebox Bingo with great food and drinks.

SongQuiz at Putters Pub

6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge at this fun trivia night by the beach.

Ultimate Game Show Night

6-8 p.m. — 810 Entertainment — Free entry — Engage in an exciting trivia showdown at the Ultimate Game Show event every Wednesday.

Legendary Happy Hour

4-7 p.m. — Big Chill Island House — Free entry — Experience epic networking with great drinks and free realtor headshot photos.

Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles

7-8:30 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $47.95-$64.95 — Experience the Grammy award-winning sounds of the Eagles performed by the longest-running show of its kind.

Echoes of The Street: The Doo Wop Project

7-8:30 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $44.95 - $64.95 — Experience America's premier doo wop group reimagining classic and contemporary hits in a vibrant live show.