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Myrtle Beach
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sam Tate earned the Carolina Champion Award for her work at Helping Hand of Myrtle Beach as she leads efforts to supply healthy food and pet supplies to families facing food insecurity—her role as pantry coordinator began last November when the need sharply increased. The organization will hold its 3rd annual gala on September 25 to support these community services. WPDE
- ➤ Residents in Island Green say Sunnehanna Drive is dangerous because deep potholes make it hard for drivers and emergency services to reach homes and vacation rentals. D.R. Horton said they are working with Horry County to repave the road and complete repairs—residents remain worried after patching efforts failed following a snowstorm. WPDE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jenn DeLuca of Elite Exteriors appeared in the studio ahead of the Myrtle Beach Fall Home Show. The company is licensed in South and North Carolina and is located off 501 in Myrtle Beach—call today for your free estimate and to see the new showroom. WFXB Fox TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Horry County Museum will restore its historic doors by sending 11 doors to Irmo for specialized repairs — including adding shatterproof glass — and will reinstall them by year-end while keeping the museum open to the public. A grant from the South Carolina Historic Preservation Office and the Department of Archives and History funds the project. WPDE
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Springmaid Seal Statue returned to Myrtle Beach after a ten-year absence—and it is now on display at the mini golf course at Ellie Beach Resort near the Springmaid Pier on South Ocean Boulevard. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ More than 100 magicians gathered in Myrtle Beach for a magic convention at Wonders Theatre at Broadway at the Beach, where they shared ideas and learned new tricks — shows began today and will continue through the weekend with a performance by Trigg Watson on Sunday. WPDE
- ➤ Marshlight Girls is a teen mystery adventure series that will be filmed in Georgetown County and will honor the ghost story of Alice Flagg from Murrells Inlet. The pilot will be shot in early November using local talent—supported by community members offering resources like a pirate-themed boat and homes for filming. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents on Daufuskie Island, which has no bridge, hospital or grocery store, are considering incorporating as a town because they say Beaufort County has neglected essential services. The plan, needing state approval and a local vote, could bring local funds for ferries and road repairs — though some worry it may change the island’s historic Gullah culture. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Myrtle Beach is proposing new rules for electric scooters after crashes involving personal electronic devices increased in recent years—city officials will study other cities’ practices to clearly define PEDs, set safe operating areas, and establish penalties for violations. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Today, Myrtle Beach’s Information Technology Department is testing drone technology and advanced software to simulate weather events—this helps the city plan for potential flooding. GIS technician Izzy Champ explained the system allows adjustment of rainfall and evaporation parameters to improve disaster preparedness. WPDE
- ➤ Horry County Council has proposed new regulations that require developers to include native vegetation and protect trees along highways to preserve local green space—industry leaders say the rules will raise housing costs and complicate projects, and county staff will meet with stakeholders next month for further input. The Post and Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Horry County mother said her daughter almost died after trying a Tik Tok Benadryl challenge that involved taking medicine dangerously—she warns local teens to avoid the trend. WMBF News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mike Owen with The Barndo Co. was in the studio today as his company prepares for the annual Myrtle Beach Fall Home Show. The company builds quality homes at lower costs in South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee & Georgia and offers floor plans to help map out a dream home. WFXB Fox TV
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Movies at McLean Park
Free movie night — Sunset to stars — McLean Park — Free — Enjoy a family-friendly film under the night sky.
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North Myrtle Beach Driver Education Course
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. — J. Bryan Floyd Community Center — $200 Teen Driving Class + $192 Behind The Wheel Training + $60 for SC Road Test — Equip your teen with safe driving skills and confidence ahead of the road test.
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If Birds Could Fly Concert
3-7 p.m. — Captain Archie's — Free entry — Experience authentic country music with Brittany Carter’s soul-driven vocals.
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Tap That Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Test your knowledge and win prizes at this engaging trivia night.
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Pick Your Project Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - North Myrtle Beach — Pre-registration required — Engage in a creative DIY experience and craft your own unique wood sign.
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The Carolina Opry
7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating variety show featuring top talents from multiple genres and laughs galore.
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K Camp Concert
7-9 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — Tickets range from $32 to over $1,000 — Catch K Camp live and enjoy a night filled with music and excitement.
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Myrtle Beach Water Lantern Festival
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Water Lantern Festival, 1011 Crabtree Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC — Tickets on sale now — Celebrate love and dreams as floating lanterns illuminate the water.
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Bob Seger Tribute by Hollywood Nights
7-10 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sounds of Bob Seger with an authentic tribute band.
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Control Freak Trio Performance
6-9 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music with the Control Freak Trio in a vibrant beachside venue.
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