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Myrtle Beach
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers markets reopen to support local growers. Surfside Beach opens Tuesdays (10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), North Myrtle Beach on Fridays (10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), and Conway on Saturdays (8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.); additional markets include Market Common, Pawleys Hammock Shops, and CCU on Wed. Apr. 22. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Registration is open for the annual A Day of Hope event for local children. Sheila Karsevar explained that kids will receive backpacks of school supplies, dental and vision screenings, haircuts, new shoes and socks, and lunch plus a message of hope. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ A North Myrtle Beach congregation marks Easter with a seaside seashell painting event held on the beach at 6th Ave South and Ocean Boulevard (bringing community members together to celebrate the season). The creative event offers a fresh twist on traditional festivities. WMBF News
- ➤ The 11th annual Movers for Moms campaign (benefiting New Directions of Horry Co.) invites local residents to help support vital community services. More participation details are expected soon. WPDE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University’s Pi Kappa Phi fraternity is being investigated after a fall trip to Charleston reportedly involved hazing that left several members injured and one student sick, and the fraternity is on probation through May 31. WPDE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Conscious Soul Spring Festival is happening this weekend at Grand Park Lake in The Market Common. The free outdoor event runs Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., featuring live music, art, yoga, workshops, food trucks, a kids area (with baby chicks) and an Easter service. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ A group behind the SC (Where the Revolutionary War was Won) license plates is co-hosting a series of talks at the Horry County Museum to explain the state's role in the Revolution. The organizers will announce session dates soon. WPDE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After Howard Barnard (a retired fighter pilot) resigned on April 1, the Horry County Board of Education began the process to fill the District 5 vacancy for Surfside and St. James; filings open April 8, interviews follow on May 28, and the new member is sworn in June 8. My Horry News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services has launched an online tool via MyCoast South Carolina to help residents report abandoned boats more easily by county. Officials say it will speed up cleanups of hazardous vessels that pose risks to the environment & public safety. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The board approved demolition of the historic triangular Kozy Korner building at 819 and 821 Main Street on April 2. Former Mayor Brenda Bethune and husband Brown Bethune plan to rebuild it to resemble the original design (dating to the 1930s), with work scheduled to finish summer 2027. The Post and Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ripley’s Crazy Golf will offer its Play Once Play All Week deal (April 5 to April 11) that lets guests pay one time to enjoy unlimited indoor play with selfie worthy shots, 360 degree loops and a swinging hole under glowing lights. WFXB Fox TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mortgage rates have been rising steadily as Freddie Mac shows 30-year fixed loans now average 6.46% and threaten to slow spring homebuying in Myrtle Beach. Buyers could pay over $100 more per month and are advised to shop around for the best offers. WPDE
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Annual Easter Egg Dash
12-2 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — A fun-filled family event featuring an egg dash, live music, and special promotions.
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Joe and Bro Music Bingo
6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free to play — Engage in four rounds of themed music bingo with exciting prizes up for grabs.
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Song Quiz Night at Putters Pub
6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge in a fun trivia game every Tuesday evening.
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Wed Open Mic Night
6:30-10 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse (Tap & Grill) — Free entry — Experience a lively showcase of local talent at this beloved community gathering.
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Music and Memories
7-11 p.m. — Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre — Tickets starting at $146 — Experience an unforgettable evening of music and nostalgia.
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Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers in Concert
7-11 p.m. — Murphy's Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience the award-winning Southern-fried blues rock sounds of Derrick Dove and his band live.
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Britain's Finest - The Complete Beatles Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre — Ticket costs vary — Experience a high-energy, nostalgic journey through The Beatles' iconic music and humor.
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Alvarado Road Show Concert
5-9 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Experience live music from the Texas-based brother duo Alvarado Road Show.
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Alvarado Road Show
5-9 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Check website for entry details — Enjoy a lively evening with the Nashville-by-way-of-Texas brother duo performing their original music.
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The Carolina Opry
7-10 p.m. — Gilmore Entertainment — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy blend of music, comedy, and dance with a talented cast in a luxurious setting.
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