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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • City employees from several departments cleaned Futrell Park on Aug.22 by picking up trash, removing weeds, and pruning shrubs between 10 a.m. and noon, while local residents and the fire department also helped maintain the park.  My Horry News
  • The Little River Chamber of Commerce announced a new annual Patriot’s Day Festival to honor military veterans, first responders and public service members. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 13 at the Little River waterfront — featuring a parade with color guards, a remembrance ceremony and community events.  WFXB Fox TV

CRIME NEWS

  • A Myrtle Beach police officer, Aaron Marcel Allston, 36, was arrested on Monday night and charged with second-degree domestic violence—he is on administrative leave and held at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center pending judicial process.  WPDE

CULTURE NEWS

  • Myrtle Beach native Mehera Blum—whose handbags are favored by Beyoncé and Lady Gaga—will hold a trunk show on Aug. 28 at The Dunes Golf and Beach Club featuring about 60 luxurious pieces from her fashion company.  The Post and Courier

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A study by the National Golf Foundation found that golf brought $1.6 billion to the Grand Strand in 2024—helping 13,340 people get jobs and adding $1.1 billion in revenue. Tracy Conner of the Myrtle Beach Area Golf Course Owners Association said the study shows that golf is very important for local tourism and spending—proving its value to our community.  My Horry News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Horry County Board of Education voted on Aug 25th to buy 66 acres off Enoch Road in Aynor for future school facilities to address overcrowding. Nearly all local schools are over capacity—two in Conway are already over 100 percent—and officials expect enrollment to rise as the county grows.  The Post and Courier

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • South Carolina drivers must follow a new hands‑free law starting September 1 — the law bans using mobile devices while driving and gives officers an adjustment period with warnings until February 28 before fines apply.  WPDE

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Free Grand Strand Networking Event

    6-8 p.m. — LandShark Bar & Grill — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and build meaningful relationships in a friendly atmosphere.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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  • Labor Day Weekend Entertainment

    6-10 p.m. — Barefoot Landing — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with live music and family fun every night.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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  • The Carolina Opry Show

    7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an award-winning variety show featuring music, comedy, and dance with top-tier performers.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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  • Cory Luetjen & The Traveling Blues Band

    5-11 p.m. — Captain Archie's — Entry fee varies — Experience the electrifying blend of blues, funk, and beach music from a two-time Blues Challenge-winning band.

    Sun, 8/31/25

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  • Mustang Week 2025

    12:00–7:59 p.m. — Myrtle Beach Mall — Check online for costs — Celebrate all things Mustang at this vibrant car show for enthusiasts.

    Mon, 9/1/25

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  • The Carolina Opry

    7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets required — Experience a dazzling variety show featuring music, dance, and laughter performed by a talented cast.

    Tue, 9/2/25

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  • ICONIC Show

    7-10 p.m. — Alabama Theatre — Tickets required — A vibrant tribute to legendary music across genres with high-energy performances and stunning choreography.

    Wed, 9/3/25

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  • The Carolina Opry

    7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Varies — Experience an award-winning variety show packed with music, comedy, and dance performed by top talent.

    Thu, 9/4/25

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  • Rick Cannon Music Performance

    6 PM – 12 AM — The Grumpy Monk North Myrtle Beach — Cost information not available — Experience the Americana sounds of South Carolina's own Rick Cannon.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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  • Food and Nutrition Community Event

    10 AM – 12 PM — North Myrtle Beach Farmers Market — Free entry — Participate in the community's efforts to combat hunger and access nutritious food options.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.

~ Richard Feynman

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