Morning
Myrtle Beach
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Champion Autism Network will host the annual Best of the Beach Balls Meatball Challenge on Saturday, October 25 in the Yaupon parking lot at Surfside Drive, Surfside Beach. The family-friendly event will raise autism awareness and funds while showcasing meatball makers including restaurants, food trucks and home cooks — a contest held alongside the Myrtle Beach Car Club Halloween Rod Run Car Show. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Outside Alive Farms in Myrtle Beach will host Spook Nights from Oct. 23 to Oct. 25 and from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 to raise funds for Open Gate Animal Sanctuary, which cares for over 100 animals such as alpacas, sheep, roosters and horses. The event will feature Halloween activities for all ages including a haunted walk for older kids and a play area for toddlers — cars cost $35 at the gate and $25 with a reservation. WPDE
- ➤ Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach will host its annual BooFest on Saturday from noon until 4pm featuring costume contests for kids and pets with registration opening at 11am — along with stilt walkers, live music and Halloween activities — and attendees may enjoy a free showing of Hocus Pocus at 7pm on the Dockside Village Amphitheater Lawn. WFXB Fox TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Anto’s Pizza Romana and Italian Market in Conway won first place in the focaccia category at the Pizza World Cup in Rome—its first international competition against top teams from Italy, France and more. The pizzeria opened around this time last year. WFXB Fox TV
- ➤ Groovy Whiskers Coffee Co. serves fresh handcrafted coffee at a local farmers market and offers a welcoming spot for Myrtle Beach residents to start their day—its inviting service and quality drinks make a positive impression. WFXB Fox TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stargazers in Myrtle Beach can still see Comet Lemmon near the Big Dipper about one hour after sunset after its close approach on Oct. 21; Comet Swan will be visible lower on the horizon and needs a telescope or binoculars for a clear view—experts say the best viewing time lasts through early November. WPDE
- ➤ The Myrtle Beach Area Children’s Theatre will stage Phantom of the Opera at Broadway Theater at Broadway at the Beach from Oct 25th through Nov 1st. Jackson Delaney and Briana Hardee joined Carolina AM to promote the production — a local performance set to engage the community. WFXB Fox TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Carolina University tied for number four in the Most Innovative South Regional Universities category in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 rankings—showing the school is focused on personalized education and new learning practices. The university had record enrollment with over 11,800 students and offers more than 100 bachelor's programs and over 30 graduate programs. WMBF News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ SCDNR urged locals to clean bird feeders during fall and winter to reduce the spread of diseases like avian pox and finch eye disease in backyard birds—Amy Tegeler advised soaking feeders in warm soapy water and using a bleach solution for seed feeders or a vinegar mix for hummingbird feeders, while also recommending feeders be placed less than three feet or more than ten feet from homes to avoid window collisions. WPDE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A developer in Murrells Inlet is appealing the Horry County Zoning Commission's denial of a special exception for a proposed psychiatric hospital last month—claiming the zoning rules violate the Americans with Disabilities Act while local residents worry about neighborhood safety, especially for children. WMBF News
- ➤ North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue is launching a new system on the community connect app that lets residents share emergency details such as household info, pets, and special needs to help firefighters prepare for calls + the program is free to join. Chief Billy Floyd said the input is strictly confidential and will only be accessed when dispatching a call + local residents like Matt Craig are already signing up to improve safety. WMBF News
- ➤ The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking community feedback on a plan to extend SC 31 into North Carolina by proposing seven route options, with Route Four preferred to improve road capacity and safety. Residents in North Strand expressed concerns about potential displacement and the impact on local homes as the project’s cost is estimated to be between $652 million and $919 million. WPDE
- ➤ North Myrtle Beach will have temporary lane and sidewalk closures on Poinsett Street and Windy Hill Road Extension starting Friday, Oct. 24 and again on Monday, Oct. 27 from 7 a.m. until early evening each day. The one-month closures—subject to weather changes—are part of a project to install a new water transmission line that will improve drinking water and are funded by the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority under the state’s Infrastructure Investment Program. WMBF News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Carolina issued a statement after an altercation following its 45 to 37 win over Appalachian State on Saturday in Boone—players exchanged words and one planted a flag amid high emotions. The athletic department said it will handle the matter internally as the team improved to 4-3 and will play Marshall on Oct. 30. WMBF News
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Jukebox Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of Jukebox Bingo with friends in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Rick Cannon Live Music Performance
6-10 p.m. — Flynn's Irish Tavern — Cost Info Unavailable — Enjoy Americana music from talented South Carolina singer/songwriter Rick Cannon.
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Pickleball with the Stars IV
9:30 a.m. — North Myrtle Beach — $10 General Admission — Witness celebrities compete in pickleball alongside music and entertainment fun.
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Hooked on Halloween Celebration
12-3 p.m. — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront — Free entry — Experience seaside fun with trick-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween-themed treats.
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Mind Games Trivia Night
6:30-8 p.m. — O D Arcade & Lounge — Free entry — Challenge your knowledge with a fun trivia night by the beach.
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Tap That Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Crooked Hammock Brewery — Free entry — Engage in a fun trivia competition with exciting prizes every Tuesday.
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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 exciting local prizes.
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Jukebox Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Main Street Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of bingo with great music and community vibes.
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Trick or Treat at Barefoot Landing
5-7 p.m. — Barefoot Landing — Free entry — Bring the kids in their favorite Halloween costume for a delightful trick-or-treat experience.
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Nirvani - A Nirvana Tribute Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — House of Blues Myrtle Beach — Ticketed event — Experience an authentic Nirvana tribute show that resonates with fans of the iconic band.
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