Morning
Myrtle Beach
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Golf carts are becoming more visible on Grand Strand neighborhoods and beach areas as temperatures rise in April. Drivers must follow state rules - staying on roads with 35 mph speed limits, using headlights after dark, and operating within four miles of home with a DMV permit. WPDE
- ➤ Champion Autism Network celebrated its 10th anniversary on World Autism Awareness Day with a ribbon cutting (held on Thursday, Apr. 2 in Surfside Beach) as local officials acknowledged the town’s role as the first autism-friendly destination and recognized the network’s support for over 1,100 families. My Horry News
- ➤ Farmers market season begins in the Grand Strand and Pee Dee with weekly events offering fresh foods and gifts — markets run in Surfside, North Myrtle Beach, Conway, and Myrtle Beach while monthly events are held at Pawleys Island and Hartsville through December. WPDE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Five people were displaced after a mobile home fire in the Surfside Beach area late Sunday night; fire crews responded and investigated the incident. WMBF News
- ➤ At 11:55 p.m. Sunday, crews responded to a mobile home fire on Cirus Drive in Surfside Beach that displaced five residents, who will receive help from the American Red Cross (HCFR reported no injuries). WPDE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cherry Grove Cookie Co is a cottage bakery in Cherry Grove Beach that offers hand-crafted cookies baked to order — it provides free local delivery within 5 miles and participates in local farmers markets via WaccamawMarkets.org. WFXB Fox TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in South Carolina averaged $3.78 per gallon on Monday—up 18.1 cents from last week—with the cheapest at $3.39 and the most expensive at $4.43, GasBuddy said. Escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran are pressuring global oil markets, which could push prices higher. WPDE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach hosted a spring break STEAM event with a stingray encounter for students and will offer summer camps later with hands-on science + engaging conservation lessons. Tickets are on sale with a 25% Beat the Heat promo at Broadway at the Beach. WPDE
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University and Conway Medical Center are scanning skulls with CT imaging (non-invasive) to build 3D models for anatomy classes today, and the project will soon expand to scan local bird species. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed beach renourishment on Myrtle Beach’s north end, and a new project in Arcadian Shores will begin later this month; federal crews will return in May to finish work along city beaches — temporary closures may affect some access points. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Conway was named one of 20 finalists for the All-America City Award presented by the National Civic League, highlighting its focus on community engagement. City officials will travel to Denver from June 26 to June 28 to share the achievement and showcase the new Conway 250 logo. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tidelands Community Hospice will host an eight-week grief workshop from Apr. 8 through May 27 at First Presbyterian Church in Myrtle Beach. Registration is required by calling 843-448-4496. WPDE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Myrtle Beach Pelicans President Ryan Moore is stepping down from daily operations due to health reasons (after 20 years with the team), and General Manager Kristin Call will expand her duties effective immediately. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Myrtle Beach Pelicans president Ryan Moore is stepping away from day-to-day leadership to care for his health and wellbeing, the team announced on Facebook. Moore joined the organization in 2008 and became president in 2020 after leading a Miami Marlins affiliate. WPDE
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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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Wed Open Mic Night
10:30 PM – 2:00 AM — 693 Main St, North Myrtle Beach, SC — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of local talents in a beloved community setting.
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Music and Memories
7-11 p.m. — Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre — Tickets from $146 — Experience an unforgettable evening filled with music and cherished memories.
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Music and Memories
7-11 p.m. — Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre — Tickets from $146 — Experience an unforgettable evening filled with music and nostalgia.
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