Friday, June 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Myrtle Beach man almost threw away a $3 lottery ticket after using leftover change at Food Lion on Dick Pond Road — officials said the ticket was worth $75,000. He now uses his winnings to help his family, church, and others. WMBF News
- ➤ Karate World in Garden City will host a free women's Jits and Sips event on June 21 from noon until 2 p.m. The event will feature food+ mimosas+ jiu-jitsu lessons to help boost fitness, mindset and self-defense skills. WFXB Fox TV
BEAUTY NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Strand Brewing created a special drink called Jobtown that honors first responders with a cherry-wood smoke beer flavor and a hint of sweetness. For every can sold, 25% of the proceeds will go to the Myrtle Beach Fire Department and firefighter charities — supplies are limited. WFXB Fox TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Horry County deputy coroner Christopher Dontell testified on June 11 against his ex-lover Meagan Jackson in her murder trial by saying she threatened his life and admitting his role in Gregory Rice’s killing—his cross-examination resumes today. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Two Florida men, aged 54 and 50, were convicted for conspiring to distribute cocaine after Myrtle Beach hotel staff found more than $30,000 in drugs in a room — the discovery linked them to a larger trafficking operation. WPDE
- ➤ Horry County police said they are investigating a suspicious death of a child in Carolina Forest, after EMS was called to Sago Palm Drive near Legends Drive and Highway 501 — the child later died at the hospital from head injuries — and the investigation remains in its early stages. WMBF News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carolina Country Music Festival celebrated its 10th anniversary last weekend when nearly 40,000 fans came to see acts like Kid Rock, Lainey Wilson, and Jelly Roll as weather evacuations tested safety measures. Local business owners reported a boost in customers and the event generated about $50 million for Myrtle Beach's economy—organizers have already begun planning next year's festival for June 4-7, 2026 without moving its location— and they expect similar success in the future. WMBF News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management reopened review of the offshore oil and gas leasing program in South Carolina waters—critics say new drilling plans may harm tourism, marine life and local fishing. Residents can submit comments by Monday, June 16. WPDE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University invites students and the campus community to a live watch party to cheer on the Chants baseball team in the College World Series opening game today at 2 p.m.—doors open at the Lib Jackson Student Union Theater at 1:30 p.m. WPDE
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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.
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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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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.
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SongQuiz Night
6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge at a fun trivia night with friends.
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Rick Cannon Live Music
6 PM – 12 AM — Duck Dive Bar and Grill — Free entry — Experience the Americana sounds of Rick Cannon from South Carolina.
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ICONIC Kids Free
7 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $39.95 and up — Enjoy an incredible family show with kids 16 & under getting in free with an adult ticket all summer long.
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Matt Parker and the Deacons Live at Boardwalk Billy's
7-11 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — No cover — Experience an eclectic mix of bluesy alternative, funk, and melodic rock with hints of soul from Matt Parker and the Deacons.
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One Vision of Queen Featuring Marc Martel
7-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $49.95 to $79.95 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Queen through the incredible voice of Marc Martel.
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Led Zeppelin II Live Experience
7-11 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — Cost Info TBA — Experience the legendary Led Zeppelin in a live concert re-enactment with improvisation and onstage interaction.
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Matt Parker and the Deacons Acoustic Show
6-9:30 p.m. — Wahoo's Raw Bar & Marina — Free entry — Experience a dynamic trio blending bluesy alternative, funk, and melodic rock.
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