Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Myrtle Beach.
The second annual Survivors Walk will take place Saturday at the Coastal Cancer Center in Myrtle Beach.
Participants are asked to arrive by 9:30 a.m. for the 10 a.m. walk that will feature a DJ—giveaway baskets and vendors.
The NMB Humane Society will host a Pancake Supper for Paws on Tuesday, June 24th from 5 to 7 p.m. at Eggs Up Grill in North Myrtle Beach—tickets cost $10 and can be purchased online until June 18th or at the shelter.
A 16-year-old from North Carolina has been taken into custody after a charter boat shooting in Little River on May 25 that injured 11 people — he faces eight counts of attempted murder and weapon possession offenses and will be sent to the Department of Juvenile Justice in Columbia as the investigation continues.
Incident reports revealed two additional events related to the Ocean Boulevard shooting that occurred on April 26th — officers responded at 2:53 a.m. near 9th Avenue N and Ocean Boulevard after hearing multiple shots and again at 11:49 p.m. near 8th Avenue N where a shell casing was found — and arrests with search warrants executed on May 20th have deepened the investigation into firearm-related offenses.
On Monday, June 2, Horry County Schools approved a $1.14 billion budget that raises starting teacher pay to $52,015 and adds a 1.6% longevity increase along with cost-of-living adjustments while noting a reduction of $22.7 million from last year.
Howard Barnard was the only board member to vote no as plans move forward to welcome about 491 new students and open two new Carolina Forest elementary schools.
Myrtle Beach officials are urging community members to voice concerns on offshore drilling as BOEM reconsiders coastal oil exploration under the 11th National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program.
The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is strongly opposed to oil exploration — citing risks to marine life, fish catches and tourism — and urges residents to submit comments by June 16.
Horry County has offered Myrtle Beach $8.25 million for its share of Pelicans Ballpark—city officials had asked for $10.5 million as the park needs about $20 million in upgrades.
Myrtle Beach City Council will decide on June 10 whether to accept the county’s offer—if they decline, the Chicago Cubs affiliate may leave after more than 25 years in the park.
On June 2, Conway leaders unanimously approved the $108.9M budget for the next fiscal year that will raise taxes (millage from 95.3 to 98.1) and provide pay raises, with some employees eligible for a $5,000 increase.
The plan adds 23 new full-time positions and raises fees for water, sewer, waste and stormwater (resulting in extra property taxes of $11 to $45) and takes effect on July 1.
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.
Ice Nine Kills Concert
6-10 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — 2 Day Ticket available — Experience the thrilling sounds of Ice Nine Kills over two nights of horror-themed music.
Crooked Hammock Acoustic Show
7 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live acoustic tunes in a cozy brewery setting.
Alvarado Road Show Concert
6-10 p.m. — LuLu's North Myrtle Beach — Additional details not provided — Enjoy a night of live music from the Nashville-based duo Alvarado Road Show.
Stringwood Live Music Event
1-4 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Experience live performances by the Taylor Richardson Band and Jimmy Roca in a vibrant beachside atmosphere.
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