Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Myrtle Beach.
Multiple Memorial Day events will take place this weekend and early next week across the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.
In Myrtle Beach, a parade will start today at 10 a.m. along Pampas Drive, Howard Avenue, and Farrow Parkway with a free family picnic at Grand Park in Market Common — while Monday events include ceremonies at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens, a golf cart parade in Surfside Beach — followed by a service at Memorial Park and remembrance ceremonies at Dillon Cemetery and at the S.C. Department of Disabilities and Special Needs in Florence.
John Stokes, a 61-year-old man, was arrested for a fatal hit and run after a pedestrian was struck at 5:30 a.m. on Monday at the intersection of 10th Avenue South and Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach—he admitted to hitting an object and not stopping as he continued on his way.
Myrtle Beach police said that during a high-speed chase on May 22 on 67th Avenue North, 20-year-old Omarion Glass—shooting at officers—and 17-year-old Riley Pegram were later denied bond on May 23.
Paul Charles Morphy, 60, pleaded guilty on Thursday, May 22nd for assaulting a police officer while resisting arrest and burglary at Advanced Car Care in Conway and received a maximum 10-year sentence for assault with an additional 10-year term for burglary.
Atlantic Beach began the 45th Annual Memorial Day Black Pearl Cultural Heritage and Bike Festival yesterday when crews installed a traffic chute on Highway 17 to protect bike riders near Main Street.
Local vendors and businesses are joining the weekend festivities as police maintain a strong presence to ensure safety.
Horry County Schools will offer free summer lunches for anyone 18 or younger — served Monday through Thursday from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at several schools in Horry County throughout June and July, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
On May 21, the new 46th Avenue beach access in North Myrtle Beach was unveiled to let wheelchair users easily reach the tide line (it offers an 85 foot long mat, five beach wheelchairs and six handicap parking spots) and is a first of its kind project for the area.
Market Common officials announced planned road closures today from 8 a.m. to noon for the Military Appreciation Days parade along Johnson Avenue, Farrow Parkway, and Phillis Boulevard—police will manage detours to help vehicles navigate the route.
King George Concert
6-10 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — All ages — Enjoy a night of music with King George and Money Train.
FLIRT Duo Live at Duplin Winery
12-4 p.m. — Duplin Winery — Enjoy classic rock, country, and pop tunes performed live on the porch.
Seth Thomas Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Experience the musical talents of Seth Thomas in a lively coastal setting.
McKinney and Co. Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Filet's Waterfront — Enjoy local talent — 2019 Entertainer of the Year winner blending rock and country sounds.
Steel County Express Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — HOTO's - Harold's On the Ocean — Check event page for details — Enjoy a high-energy show from a modern country and rock party band.
Jimmy Roca Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Free entry — Enjoy an evening with a talented multi-instrumentalist showcasing cover tunes and original music.
Sarga Bodywork 101 Course
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Myrtle Beach, SC — Tuition fees apply — Learn the therapeutic Sarga Bodywork techniques for deep relaxation and client care.
Ron Rodgers Live Performance
4-8 p.m. — The Marina Bar and Grill at Barefoot Resort — Ticket details not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with Ron Rodgers and Four Buck Shotgun.
Owen Reeves Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with Owen Reeves at a vibrant local venue.
Rob Cole Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Duck Dive Bar and Grill — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy country music with a Southern rock twist from Pembroke's own Rob Cole.
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