Morning
Myrtle Beach
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veterans Welcome Home and Resource Center built 25 tiny homes in Myrtle Beach for veterans, and nearly all of the homes are now occupied. The center will hold a stand down event on Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—offering essential supplies to homeless veterans. WPDE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Horry County woman Meagan Jackson was found guilty of murdering Gregory Rice—father of her children—after a five-day trial that ended June 17, and she was sentenced to life in prison. The Post and Courier
- ➤ A Horry County teen, Daniel Fox Fischer, 17, was arrested and charged with acts of terrorism for planning to join a foreign terrorist organization and threatening harm with a destructive device and a weapon of mass destruction—records show he sought explosive materials from April to August 2024—he is now held in the county juvenile detention center. WPDE
- ➤ James W. Arehart, CEO of Providing Hope VA, was indicted and sentenced to 21 months in prison for a federal crime - he proposed a veteran housing facility on Highway 701 in Loris in 2023 to help homeless veterans in Horry County. WPDE
- ➤ On May 28, officers responded to a shooting on Kingcrest Drive and found that 19-year-old Mickey Dewayne Riggins of Tabor City and 25-year-old Tyshawun Herring of Green Sea committed armed robbery—stealing chains worth $9,500 from a victim lying in bed; Riggins was arrested by U.S. Marshals on Monday while Herring was taken into custody last Wednesday. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Conway and Horry County reached a truce over disputes about tax revenue and roads in Carolina Forest as county leaders delayed a June 17 vote on a business park so the city could postpone annexation until funding for Postal Way improvements was sorted—both sides agreed to work together on the issue. The Post and Courier
- ➤ On Monday, June 16, Conway officials received legal advice after learning that Horry County Council planned a nearly 1,000-acre multi-county business park in Carolina Forest that would convert property taxes into fees plus leave the city out of decision-making. Conway leaders say the plan may harm their efforts to annex properties in the Postal Way area. My Horry News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Beach House Golf and Racquet Club—after closing its timeshare program nearly two years ago due to structural issues—is now up for auction, and timeshare owners say the move hurts their vacation plans. WMBF News
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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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SongQuiz at Putters Pub
6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge and enjoy a fun quiz night with friends.
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Self Service Wine Tasting Experience
12-9 p.m. — Wine Therapy Tasting Room & Shoppe — No reservations required — Create your own custom wine tasting experience any day of the week.
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Paul Grimshaw Duo
6-9 p.m. — Filet's Waterfront — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by the Paul Grimshaw Duo as you relax by the water.
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ICONIC Kids Free Summer Special
7-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $39.95, $49.95, $54.95 — Experience gravity-defying performances and a family-friendly musical journey this summer.
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The Carolina Opry
7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy musical variety show featuring top talent and stunning production values.
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