Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
Good morning, Myrtle Beach.
Fire crews responded to a two-alarm home fire on 48th Avenue North in Myrtle Beach Thursday when a firefighter was taken to the hospital for treatment—officials said the fire is under control and will be investigated.
A 19-year-old man, Shawon Shamarion Williams, was arrested in Lake County, Illinois in connection with a shooting at a Little River boat party on May 25 that injured 10 people, and he is expected to face charges for attempted murder and weapon possession before being extradited to Horry County.
Horry County police are investigating a shooting near Loris where a victim was shot multiple times and driven to a hospital—officers found blood, casings, and reports of damage to nearby homes and a car.
Myrtle Beach Police released dash cam video showing an 18-year-old firing at a crowd outside a restaurant on Ocean Boulevard on April 26 near midnight, where an officer returned fire, killing him and injuring 11 (police continue to investigate the shooting along with additional linked incidents).
Horry County police responded Tuesday to an armed robbery and carjacking on Luster Leaf Circle when a visitor meeting friends at an Airbnb was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects—one told him to get naked before taking his rental car from an empty lot on Carver Street—and said the case will be administratively closed due to limited information.
Comedy group On Company Time and comedian Kyle Gordon released a viral music video on May 9 that pokes fun at Myrtle Beach's tourist spots—showing local favorites like Broadway at the Beach, the Skywheel, and mini golf—and the group said they plan to return soon to enjoy more of the city's attractions.
SCDOT is accepting public comments through June 6 on plans to upgrade a six-mile stretch of North Kings Highway between 27th Avenue North and Cove Drive with high-visibility crosswalks, concrete medians, countdown signal heads and ADA ramps—construction is set to begin in 2027 and will keep the road open during the work. A five-year study recorded 1,050 crashes with seven fatalities and 347 injuries, prompting calls for much-needed safety improvements.
HTC has joined as the presenting sponsor for the 6th Annual Myrtlewood Golf Tournament benefiting Make-A-Wish South Carolina—set for Saturday, September 6 at the PineHills and Palmetto courses—to support life-changing wishes for local children.
The event will begin with registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m. followed by a 10 a.m. shotgun start, and player registration with sponsorships is now available.
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.
Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6:30-10:30 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — Ticketed event — An interactive comedy 'who dunnit' dinner show where every guest is a suspect.
Anybody's Guess: AGB Lite Trio
7-11 p.m. — Joe's Bar & Grill — Live entertainment — Enjoy a night of variety music with the party band, Anybody's Guess, in North Myrtle Beach.
Tidal Wave Live Music Series
7-10 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music at the vibrant Boardwalk Billy's venue.
City Lights Live Music Event
6-9 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of vibrant live music in a lively beachside venue.
Seth Thomas Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Seth Thomas at this popular local venue.
Timmy Pierce Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Filet's Waterfront — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by Timmy Pierce at a waterfront venue.
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