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Myrtle Beach
Friday, March 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Myrtle Beach held its 36th annual Run to the Sun car show where more than 10,000 people from the U.S. and Canada came to see classic and movie cars like the General Lee from Dukes of Hazzard. The three-day show at Old Myrtle Square Mall on North Kings Highway had food and vendors and has given $2.5 million to local charities over its history—organizer David Rodgers said he loves the long-time friendships built there. WMBF News
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 53-year-old woman is in jail after Horry County police charged her with cruelty to children for grabbing and twisting a 5-year-old girl's arms at a Conway daycare—hurt the girl and gave her a sprained arm earlier this year. WMBF News
- ➤ A Horry County Judge denied bond for 17-year-old Payton Watts—charged with murder and assault by mob second-degree in connection with Corey Soles’ death—citing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. WPDE
- ➤ On March 12, a Longs man, 25-year-old Ny’quan Zy’quex Chestnut, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for fatally shooting Berlie Michael Jr. on Sept. 2, 2022, and received a 25-year prison sentence — he must serve 85% of his term before parole eligibility. My Horry News
- ➤ The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is investigating former HCPD Deputy Chief Brandon Strickland over his role in reviewing the shooting death of Scott Spivey in September. HCPD said Strickland quit the day before officials asked SLED and the FBI to reexamine the case — the probe will focus solely on his conduct. WPDE
- ➤ A North Carolina man, Travis Jackson, 31, pleaded guilty in Horry County to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine and to possessing a stolen firearm after leading police on a chase in August 2022 and is set to serve a decade on drug charges and five years on the firearm charge - all sentences running concurrently. WMBF News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A winning Powerball ticket sold at Lowe's Foods at 215 Fresh Drive won $50,000 on Monday night drawing. The Double Play ticket matched four of the first five numbers — and the jackpot for Saturday's drawing is $378 million. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An appeals court ruled on March 11 that North Myrtle Beach's noise ordinance limiting vulgar music violates free speech, siding with bar owner Michael Moshoures and the ACLU — local officials will review the ruling for its impact on city noise regulations. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Horry County Council may consider a one-year trial to allow wind-driven Shibumi Beach Shades on Grand Strand beaches as an option for those needing extra sun protection, while the amendment awaits full council review. Local law enforcement and civic leaders worry the devices could block sightlines and hinder rescue efforts during busy beach days. My Horry News
- ➤ The South Carolina Forestry Commission went before the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday to ask for $11.16 million to keep wildfire prevention staff and critical software funded. The group said it needs nearly $350,000 to replace expiring federal funds so that communities like Walker Woods stay safe—without it, more wildfires may cause damage. WMBF News
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Newsboys Live Concert
The Newsboys are performing a live concert at The Carolina Opry Theater, showcasing their decades of chart-topping hits.
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Steve Dennis Live Music Performance at Goodfellas
Enjoy an evening of acoustic rock and country hits performed live at Goodfellas on 2nd Avenue.
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Steve & Susie Pethel Performing Classic Hits at Martini
Enjoy an evening of classic rock music performed by Steve & Susie Pethel at the Martini venue in North Myrtle Beach.
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Live Performance by Stan Gregory at Martini Classic Food
Stan James Gregory, a singer-songwriter with roots in North Carolina and Nashville, will perform live at Martini in North Myrtle Beach.
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Randy Atwood Duo Live Performance
Randy Atwood, frontman of Randy Atwood and the Renegades, delivers an authentic country music experience at Boardwalk Billy's.
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Rick Cannon Live Music Performance
Rick Cannon, a singer-songwriter from South Carolina, will perform Americana music at Flynn's Irish Tavern.
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Frankie Moree Live at 39th Ave. Bar & Grille
Enjoy an evening of acoustic country music performed by Frankie Moree at the 39th Ave. Bar & Grille.
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Double Vision: A Foreigner Tribute Concert
Double Vision is a tribute band performing the iconic hits of Foreigner for the first time in North Myrtle Beach, featuring world-class musicians and a record deal with Frontiers Music SRL.
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Horizon Theory Concert featuring Sevendust
The event features a performance by Sevendust along with Horizon Theory and is open to all ages at the House of Blues Myrtle Beach.
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Weekly Knitter's Group at Horry County Memorial Library
A weekly gathering for needlework enthusiasts to share projects and tips in a welcoming environment for all fiber arts.
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