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Myrtle Beach
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Powerball ticket with PowerPlay was sold on Wednesday at Circle K located at 1001 62nd Ave N in Myrtle Beach for a drawing that offers a $100,000 prize — players have 180 days to claim their winnings. Over 8,000 players in South Carolina hold tickets with prizes ranging from $4 to $100,000 while Saturday’s jackpot will be $288 million. WMBF News
- ➤ Today, visitors can explore the new Interactive Experience Unleashed at Northwood Plaza Shopping Center—located at 7621 N Kings Hwy in Myrtle Beach—as the VR arena offers games like Angry Birds, navigating ancient ruins, and defying gravity on a space station. WFXB Fox TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Maryland man, Eric Lamont Lawson, 25, was arrested Tuesday for stealing a cell phone, keys, and a Jeep from a dealership along Highway 17 Bypass; police tracked him to a Taco Bell on South Kings Highway—he is now held at J. Reuben Long Detention Center on a $10,000 bond. WPDE
- ➤ Federal authorities filed a complaint against a Myrtle Beach office furniture supplier alleging it fraudulently underpaid customs duties—an enforcement move that marks an ongoing investigation. WMBF News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ McEisley’s Tavern—an Irish pub with dueling piano shows—will open in mid-August near the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk this summer and will serve Irish dishes such as bangers and mash while hosting dueling piano events from Wednesday through Saturday starting at 8 p.m. Tuesday events will feature live bands and Sunday games will be shown on large TVs. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Dr. Charles Evans has been named Music Director of the Carolina Master Chorale and is preparing the exciting lineup for the 43rd season that will begin in October. He brings nearly 30 years of experience from leading Long Bay Symphony + a strong connection to the Grand Strand. WFXB Fox TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 16, the S.C. Court of Appeals upheld a $20.73 million verdict against Lack's Beach Service, Inc.—the company was found negligent when its lifeguards, tasked with both beach safety and rentals, failed to prevent a drowning at Sea Crest Resort in 2018. Following the ruling, Myrtle Beach City Council and Horry County Council banned dual-role lifeguarding to help prevent similar incidents. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Horry County Parks and Recreation took over the Bike and Run Park on July 1—closing it for scheduled maintenance—and is working with MBA2 volunteers to update trails and signage. Staff will work Tuesdays—Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout July to trim trails and ensure visitor safety. The Post and Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sons and Daughters of Italy in Murrells Inlet will host the 2nd Annual OSDIA Murrells Inlet Lodge 3006 Charity Golf Tournament on August 2nd at Litchfield Country Club in Pawleys Island & the tournament will help support local Myrtle Beach Disabled American Veterans. WFXB Fox TV
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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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Pick Your Project Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Pre-registration required — Unleash your creativity by crafting a personalized wood project with guidance and all materials provided.
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Triple Crown Softball Tournament
All Day — North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex — Cost info not provided — Compete in a thrilling softball tournament alongside local and regional teams.
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Pick Your Project Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - North Myrtle Beach — Pre-registration required — Craft your own unique wood sign while enjoying a fun DIY atmosphere.
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U4ia - Tribute to U2
7-8:30 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — All Ages — Celebrate the iconic music of U2 with U4ia at this thrilling tribute concert.
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FAKE HAPPY: A Tribute to Paramore
6:30-9 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — All Ages — Celebrate Paramore's hits with an energetic tribute performance by Fake Happy.
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Coastal Sounds Live Music Event
6-9 p.m. — LandShark Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music on the patio in the heart of North Myrtle Beach.
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Journey From the Heart Tribute Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets on sale now — Experience the best of Journey and Heart with Nashville’s top tribute performers.
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Firework Watch Party
8:30-11 p.m. — Big Chill Island House — Varied drink prices — Experience a tropical evening with live music and stunning fireworks over Barefoot Landing.
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A Waterfront Dream Come True – 369 St. Julian Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC
Step into the lifestyle you've always imagined at 369 St. Julian Lane, where luxury meets Lowcountry charm in one of Myrtle Beach’s most sought-after gated communities—The Battery on the Waterway.
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