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Myrtle Beach
Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Britney Hauser and Jacinta from Kind Keeper Animal Rescue appeared in a studio segment to promote the adoption of the rescue animal—readers wishing to adopt Jacinta should call 843-42-4388. WFXB Fox TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shortly before 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Myrtle Beach police arrested 43-year-old Michael Poole after he purposely ran over a pedestrian near 1705 S. Kings Highway — the victim was taken to a hospital for treatment. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Doc Antle, the Myrtle Beach wildlife park operator known from Tiger King, was sentenced on July 8 to one year in prison after pleading guilty to breaking the Lacey Act and laundering over $500,000 (he must also pay a $55,000 fine, serve three years of supervised release, and forfeit three chimpanzees and over $197,000), according to federal authorities. My Horry News
- ➤ Ray Anthony Harden, 61, from Conway pleaded guilty on Wednesday to two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and received 15-year prison terms for each count—his sentences will run concurrently and he must register as a sex offender and wear an ankle monitor for life. WPDE
- ➤ On Monday, police charged two individuals in a Longs community—after a heightened patrol aimed at curbing drug activity—while the investigation remains open. WMBF News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State wildland firefighter Derrick Spivey was first on the scene of the Blackthorn Fire in the Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve on March 1, responding after his son saw a large plume of smoke nearby. He used his bulldozer to create a fire break — which slowed the spread of the 600-acre blaze and allowed air support to protect homes in Carolina Forest. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Myrtle Beach City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to change the minor curfew from midnight—6 am to 10 pm—6 am in downtown and coastal areas following a series of criminal incidents along Ocean Boulevard over the Fourth of July weekend. A second reading will be held before the changes become final. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Myrtle Beach City Council passed the first reading of a stricter juvenile curfew ordinance on Tuesday, July 8 that lowers the curfew for minors downtown from 10 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the measure will go to a second reading with an executive order expected within the next two weeks—city leaders say it is meant to curb juvenile violence. WPDE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Public Health has launched three mobile health units to provide preventive care, testing and treatment in remote areas — the vehicles have exam rooms and a clinical area for immunizations and interviews and will be staffed by nurses, nurse practitioners, technicians, social workers and community health workers. WFXB Fox TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kids can bowl two free games per day at Myrtle Beach Bowl and Stars and Strikes at Coastal Grand Mall as part of the Kids Bowl Free program that began in 2007—offering families a fun way to beat the summer heat. WPDE
SHOP NEWS
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ICONIC Kids Free Summer Promotion
7-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Ticket prices from $39.95 — Experience gravity-defying performances and a family-friendly musical journey all summer long.
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Tommy James and The Shondells Concert
7-9 PM — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets on sale now — Experience iconic hits from a legendary artist with over 50 years in music.
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Space Oddity - David Bowie Tribute Experience
7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey through the iconic career of David Bowie in a vibrant tribute show.
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ICONIC Kids Free
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $39.95 to $54.95 for adults; Kids 16 & under FREE — Experience ICONIC with stunning performances and family-friendly music all summer long.
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SongQuiz at Putters Pub
6-8 p.m. — Putters Pub — Free entry — Test your music knowledge in a fun quiz atmosphere every Tuesday night.
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Chillula
6 p.m. — Captain Archie's — Cost info not provided — Groove to the sounds of funk, hip hop, soul, and R&B.
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ICONIC Kids Free
7-9 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — $39.95-$54.95, kids 16 & under free with adult ticket — Experience breathtaking performances and memorable songs for the whole family this summer.
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Ron Rodgers Live Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Murphy's Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Enjoy live music from Ron Rodgers and Four Buck Shotgun.
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The Ultimate Doors Tribute Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — Ticket prices vary — Experience the music of The Doors like never before with an authentic tribute performance.
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Post Yoga Tech Hang - Brunch Edition
10:30 a.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Cost varies — Enjoy brunch while networking with fellow tech enthusiasts in a relaxed atmosphere.
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