Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

A woman charged with involvement in the 2020 murder of Gregory Rice will begin trial Monday, June 9—her co-defendant, a former deputy coroner who pleaded guilty and agreed to testify, is awaiting sentencing.

A bird’s-eye view shows crews setting up stages for the 10th Annual Carolina Country Music Fest that kicked off Thursday in downtown Myrtle Beach—officials had put temporary road closures and new traffic patterns in place to ease travel during the event.

The 10th Annual Carolina Country Music Fest kicked off Thursday in Myrtle Beach when festival gates opened at 3 p.m. and a special concert featuring Rascal Flatts, Tyler Hubbard — Colt Ford was held at the Burroughs and Chapin Pavilion Place, with limited tickets and a parking and shuttle service from the former Myrtle Square Mall available.

Coastal Carolina University, near Myrtle Beach, named James Winebrake as its new president—he will replace Michael Benson on July 7.

Winebrake served at UNC Wilmington and RIT and was chosen after a nationwide search that included input from faculty, staff, and community members.

A naval ship that honors a former South Carolinian who escaped slavery kept its name—while ships named for Thurgood Marshall and Harriet Tubman may be renamed after a Defense Secretary order to review ship names.

Officials at CCMF 2025 advised festival attendees to drink water, eat full meals, and wear comfortable shoes instead of high heels to avoid dehydration — especially if they drink alcohol.

Medical teams from Tidelands Health and local fire departments were on site to help anyone who felt unwell.

A contest invites locals to send in a photo of Dad’s sad grill for a chance to win a new grill—entries are open now.

Organizers said photos must show the ugliest, rundown BBQ—submissions can be made before Father’s Day.

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.

Matt Parker and the Deacons Live

6-9:30 p.m. — South End Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a night of bluesy alternative and funk music from the dynamic trio, Matt Parker and the Deacons.

SongQuiz Night

6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge at a fun trivia night with friends.