Good morning, Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach held its annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony on Sept.

11 at Unity Memorial in Warbird Park as over 250 residents gathered to honor nearly 3,000 lives lost and the bravery of first responders. Mayor Brenda Bethune and featured speakers recalled the pain of that day and celebrated the community’s unity — a tribute that will keep the memory alive.

Liberty Brew and Vines Restoration, Plumbing and HVAC hosted a free coffee event for veterans and first responders on Friday — the event ran from 10 a.m. to noon in Conway as part of Patriot Week.

On Friday, the North Myrtle Beach Police Department announced its two-day Public Space Safety and Restoration Initiative to address illegal urban camping and misuse of parks, streets, and public right-of-ways per City Ordinance 16-16 — the operation was carried out with help from the Community Services Division, Special Operations Division, and City Sanitation Department.

B.J. meets Alex Ossmann at Ripley’s Aquarium’s Planet Jellies exhibit in Myrtle Beach today as visitors enjoy the colorful display—Ripley’s will celebrate World Miniature Golf Day on Sept.

21st by offering free play for children under 12 at its Crazy Golf attraction.

Luke Bryan has been named the second headliner for the Carolina Country Music Fest set for June 4—7 in downtown Myrtle Beach; he joins Blake Shelton and Post Malone for a weekend of popular country music.

Coastal High School — a charter school on a new 100-acre campus — hosted a raptor demonstration from the Aviation Conservation Center for Birds of Prey on Sept.

11 where students saw a Ural owl, a northern white-faced owl, and a hawk. Program leader Ashley Salsberry said the interactive event was the first in a series of monthly outdoor lessons designed to integrate environmental studies with hands-on learning.

Longtime reef builder Capt. Eddie's last boat sank to become an artificial reef off Georgetown coast—State DNR and CCA will sink a torpedo boat and a relic dinosaur to expand marine habitats in the future.

Gov. Henry McMaster signed an executive order that revises telecommuting policies for state employees — the order limits remote work to two days per week with strict approval requirements and disallows agency directors from telecommuting.

The updated rules, coming after an earlier review this year, take effect immediately.

Seven candidates have filed to run for the three Loris City Council seats, including incumbents Andrea Coleman, Kelli Gerald and Carroll D.

Padgett, and the election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 4 with voter registration closing 30 days before the vote.

The ACLU of SC condemned the killing of Charlie Kirk—urging school leaders to avoid punishing educators for personal political statements and to uphold free speech rights.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii in Surfside Beach is hosting a local appreciation celebration today from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Deerfield Plaza on US 17 BUS — it offers free t-shirts while supplies last, 20% off coffee for home use, and will give 10% of proceeds to Help 4 Kids Backpack Buddies with hula dancers and fire performers from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

Today, Patti and Mike Hilton invite locals to celebrate National TV Dinner Day with comfort food and friendly greetings at Mad Gator Grill & Sports Bar in Barefoot Landing at 4706 Hwy 17 S.

Visitors are encouraged to check the website for more details.

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.

Tap That Trivia Night

6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Test your knowledge and win prizes at this engaging trivia night.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tap That Trivia

6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Test your knowledge for a chance to win exciting local prizes at this fun trivia night.

Big Chill Music Bingo

6-8 p.m. — Big Chill Island House — Free entry — Enjoy themed music bingo with exciting prizes every Wednesday evening.