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Myrtle Beach
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Her Sacred Circle is hosting the first-ever Grand Strand Sisterhood Social tomorrow from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Grand Strand Brewing Company on 819 N Kings Hwy where inspirational speakers and women-owned vendors will support a community effort to dismantle mean girl culture. WPDE
- ➤ Conway residents will experience a time warp at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 as American Legion Horry Post 111 presents a USO tribute show on the Town Green at 200 Laurel St—donations will help fund their new building—and if rain forces a change the event will move indoors. My Horry News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Halloween is transforming downtown Conway into a spooky display with skeletons, pumpkins and more as it plans fall festivities starting Oct. 1 that include a Halloween Kickoff Party and various themed events through October — many are expected to sell out fast. Residents along the Grand Strand are invited to join in and enjoy the seasonal celebrations. WPDE
- ➤ Rocket Ride, a four-piece hard rock band led by Gary Sears, will play at Javelina Texas Bar — Murrells Inlet from 8 to 11 p.m. tomorrow, while Ron Daise held a free Gullah Geechee culture event at Brookgreen, the Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival will run at Huntington Beach State Park from Sept. 26 to 28, and a tandem kayak paddle event is planned for Sept. 30 at North Inlet Estuary. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Myrtle Beach opened a request for qualifications—RFQ—for developers with mixed-use and downtown experience to lead the revival of the Arts and Innovation District. The RFQ is open until 2 p.m. on October 30 and the chosen developer will complete plans when the remaining infrastructure work finishes in 18 months. WMBF News
- ➤ The Myrtle Beach City Council approved an agreement with Pickleport Myrtle Beach to develop six acres of Whispering Pines Golf Course into pickleball courts—Pickleport will invest $5 million and pay annual fees over a 20-year term while handling all construction and maintenance, and the city will own the improvements when the term ends. My Horry News
- ➤ Horry County first responders managed a marked rise in emergency calls as the population grew, with fire and police handling more cases while ambulance response times stayed near nine minutes & officials adding specialized teams, extra ambulances, and drones to improve service. Some volunteer based fire stations were changed to career stations to better meet the community's growing needs and prepare for future challenges. My Horry News
- ➤ Myrtle Beach city leaders passed the first reading of a new ordinance that will regulate electric scooters on city streets. Officials will work on guidelines to ensure safer riding as the measure moves forward. WMBF News
- ➤ A RIDE 3 project to widen Highway 701 in Loris is wrapping up, county officials said. Improved turn lanes from Dogwood Street to the Highway 9 interchange and new sidewalks for pedestrians are nearly finished — only minor work remains. WMBF News
- ➤ City officials announced that political yard signs are allowed on private property 45 days before the election and must be removed 5 days after voting, with a size limit of two feet in height or width. Registered voters will choose a mayor and three council members on November 4, and those placing signs in unauthorized locations—such as public areas—will face misdemeanor charges. WFXB Fox TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Myrtle Beach resident Lanette Barnes, a Parkinson's warrior, is set to lead her team—Buttercup Beasties—in the Michael J. Fox Walk and Run fundraiser in Boston next month to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson's disease. Her team will walk a five-kilometer route to show that people with Parkinson's can stay active and overcome challenges. WPDE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This fall, Southern Palmetto Farms in Aynor will offer a corn and cotton maze, jump pad, wagon ride and pumpkin patch every Saturday from 11am-5pm and Sunday from 2pm-5pm throughout October—North Myrtle Beach will host Flavors of Fall on November 1 from 11am-3pm with tickets required, and other fall events like live music and a Halloween bash will take place along the Grand Strand during the season. WFXB Fox TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Myrtle Beach Pelicans manager Buddy died at age 68. He managed the team from 2016–2018 and again from 2021–2024, earning 490 wins, four post-season appearances and a Carolina League title while leading the team to a College World Series victory in 2016. WFXB Fox TV
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Rob Cole Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy’s — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music in a vibrant beachside venue.
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18th Annual Irish Italian International Festival 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Experience traditional Irish music and dance with The Byrne Brothers in North Myrtle Beach.
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The Drunken Parrot Tiki Bar Solo Show
2-5 p.m. — Drunken Parrot Tiki Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a solo performance by The Renegade Jason Ray Welsh Band in a tropical setting.
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Jimmy Roca Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Boardwalk Billy's — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Jimmy Roca in North Myrtle Beach.
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Grand Opening Celebration at CenterWell
Time TBD — CenterWell Senior Primary Care — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a new care center with food, music, and community interaction.
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Big Chill Music Bingo
6-8 p.m. — Big Chill Island House — Free to play — Enjoy themed music bingo with chances to win local prizes including concert tickets and passes.
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Ruben Studdard - My Tribute to Luther
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience the smooth voice of American Idol winner Ruben Studdard honoring Luther Vandross classics.
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The Carolina Opry Show
7-9 p.m. — The Carolina Opry Theater — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant mix of music, dance, and comedy featuring top talents in a state-of-the-art venue.
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Big Chill Music Bingo
6-8 p.m. — Big Chill Island House — Free entry — Enjoy themed music bingo with a chance to win great prizes including concert tickets and local attractions.
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