Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

North Myrtle Beach held its 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Friday — marking 25 years since the attacks with a 21-gun salute, official speeches, and a wreath placement by local leaders at the war memorial at the Sports Complex.

Retired NYPD officer Jane Martin, now living in Conway, honored first responders on Sept.

11 during a 25th anniversary remembrance by wearing her old 83rd precinct fleece and joining a local ceremony that included raising an American flag (a tribute to fallen heroes).

Retired FDNY firefighter John Walters, a Myrtle Beach resident, recalled his 9/11 experience (detailing loss and courage) and said he now hosts the annual 9/11 Never Forget Golf Tournament to support local first responders and families.

Walters hopes to keep those legacies alive for future generations.

Local leaders discussed economic development and education at the 14th Annual Community Update Forum on Thursday, Sept.

10 at the Horry Georgetown Technical College Grand Strand Campus Conference Center in The Market Common. Speakers highlighted market trends, job creation, and opportunities for local youth.

Nearly 200 residents—including high school students and firefighters—completed a 9/11 stair climb at Surfside Beach Fishing Pier as a tribute sponsored for the third year by the Surfside Beach Fire Department.

Participants made 26 round trips and observed moments of silence to honor the first responders.

On Sept. 11 at Main Street at The Yard in Loris, community members gathered to remember the 9/11 victims with commemorative siren sounds and remarks from City Councilman Carroll Padgett.

Keith Curtin and Chamber of Commerce executive Samantha Norris also shared reflections on the day’s significance.

Local Piggly Wiggly at 1700 N Kings Hwy in Myrtle Beach will close permanently on Oct.

11, ending 54 years of service since 1972. One remaining outlet serves the Grand Strand in Surfside Beach (122 US-17 Business).

Little River Landing (1522 Watson Avenue) hosts the 2nd Annual Patriots Day Festival today from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., featuring live entertainment, food vendors, local artisans, and special programs for residents and visitors.

Crocodile Rocks is offering free admission for first responders, doctors and nurses at its Broadway at the Beach dueling piano show to mark 9/11's 25th anniversary.

Valid through Sunday for cardholders and one guest, it opens at 7 p.m. and paused Friday at 8:46 p.m. for a moment of silence.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach celebrates the arrival of five new African penguin chicks that bring the total hatched this year to seven.

The animal care team monitors their growth closely (guests can observe the progress in Penguin Playhouse).

The 2026 Myrtle Beach Fall Home Improvement & Outdoor Living Show is underway (Sept.

11–13) with local experts offering guidance on remodeling and outdoor designs. Attendees can meet specialists including Rob Clemons of Carolina Bays Homes for fresh ideas to enhance their spaces.

Coastal Carolina opens its 2026 season today at Brooks Stadium by hosting Fordham at 7:30 p.m. ET—marking head coach Ryan Beard's debut—and fans will enjoy White Out and Beach Bash festivities.