Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Live Music Night at Martini

5-7 p.m. — Martini — Enjoy delicious food and drinks while listening to live music in a great atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.