Morning
Myrtle Beach
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Quentin Ahmad Jean pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for the July 6, 2022 shooting in downtown Myrtle Beach that killed a man aged 40 named Joshua Wilson—Jean was sentenced to 20 years and must serve 17 before he is eligible for release. My Horry News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Long Bay symphony will host 'Tragedy and Triumph' on April 6th at 4:00 p.m. at the MBHS Music and Arts Center (3302 Robert M Grissom Pkwy, Myrtle Beach) for a live performance. WFXB Fox TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Updated census numbers showed that between 2019 and 2023, 161,385 new residents moved to South Carolina from other states. The growth was concentrated in six counties (Greenville: 18,332; Horry: 17,683; Charleston: 16,757; Richland: 15,912; York: 11,913; Beaufort: 10,683) as people sought better weather, lifestyle and job opportunities. WPDE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College welcomed over 500 eighth-grade students from Myrtle Beach and Conway at the second annual Teal & Tech Experience—students toured campuses and learned about new academic pathways led by CCU volunteers. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today warned parents about violent online groups (764 movement) that target teens by coercing them into harmful acts such as self-harm and swatting. Parents should watch for signs like excessive private online activity and report any concerns to law enforcement or the FBI. WPDE
- ➤ City of Myrtle Beach plans to replace the aging Ted Collins Law Enforcement Center that houses police operations, city council meetings, and court sessions with a new facility budgeted at $25 million for design in fiscal year 2027. The city will also build a new 27,000-square-foot fire station with six engine bays next to Coast RTA’s facility, with construction set to begin in 2026 — a move to meet growing public safety needs. My Horry News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WMBF and the Myrtle Beach Pelicans have teamed up to air 15 games on local airwaves this season — the agreement will give fans more live coverage of Pelicans action. WMBF News
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Live Music Night at Martini
5-7 p.m. — Martini — Enjoy delicious food and drinks while listening to live music in a great atmosphere.
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Boombox Bingo Night at Putters Pub
6-9 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free to play — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of music bingo with chances to win prizes.
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Root 65 Duo Performance
6-9 p.m. — Duck Dive Bar & Grill — Enjoy a night of Roots-Country, Bluegrass, & Classic Rock in a lively bar atmosphere.
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All-Day Wine Tasting
12-9 p.m. — Wine Therapy Tasting Room & Shoppe — No Reservations Needed — Enjoy a custom-made wine tasting experience every day of the week.
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MCAH 2025 Annual Meeting
12:00 PM – 2:30 PM — Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes — Visit for networking and discussions on affordable housing solutions.
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Stan Gregory at Martini Classic Food
5-9 p.m. — Martini Classic Food — Free entry — Enjoy live music from renowned singer-songwriter Stan Gregory in a vibrant atmosphere.
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A Nickel Bag of Funk Concert
6-10 p.m. — Captain Archie's — Check venue for details — Groove to a high-energy fusion of funk, R&B, and soul music from Savannah's finest.
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Scott Rice Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with local singer and guitar player Scott Rice.
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Ryan Holcomb Acoustic Performance
6-9 p.m. — 39th Ave. Bar & Grille — Free entry — Enjoy a night of acoustic pop rock in a friendly local venue.
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Rick Cannon Music Performance
7-11 p.m. — Deckerz — Free entry — Enjoy Americana tunes from South Carolina's own Rick Cannon as he takes you on a musical journey.
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