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Saturday, December 7th, 2024

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Good morning, Myrtle Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ripley's Aquarium hosts a festive Breakfast With Santa and a Mermaid event on December 7th, 2024, featuring holiday crafts, a breakfast buffet, and more.  WFXB Fox TV
  • Kaitlyn Thompson, a first-grade teacher at Forestbrook Elementary in Horry County, SC, was awarded a $1000 holiday bonus from Bojangles as a token of appreciation for her dedication to teaching.  WPDE
  • Myrtle Beach community unites to donate gifts for nearly 200 children through the Angel Tree program.  WMBF News

CRIME NEWS

  • Troy Bittner, a former Myrtle Beach resort manager, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for committing over $800,000 in wire and tax fraud, and is ordered to pay $1.2 million in restitution.  WPDE
  • A Myrtle Beach man has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison after being convicted of drug charges.  WMBF News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux in Myrtle Beach has permanently closed and will be replaced by Buffalo Wild Wings, aiming to open by the end of the NFL Playoffs.  WPDE

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sen. Greg Hembree is working on reviving a school voucher program through alternative funding to address the South Carolina Supreme Court's concerns, alongside efforts to increase teacher pay and reduce educational bureaucracy.  WPDE
  • Coastal High School in Myrtle Beach is set to start construction on a new building on a 110-acre property, maintaining much of the land for outdoor student exploration.  WFXB

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • South Carolina is preparing for an above-normal wildfire season, extending through March, due to storm damage and a likely La Niña dry pattern.  WPDE

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Nailed It® in Myrtle Beach provides a unique DIY experience with a variety of projects, flexible booking, and special events for kids.  WFXB Fox TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Live Music Performance by Mike O'Donnell

    Experience a captivating evening of live music with Mike O'Donnell at Boardwalk Billys.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • Randy McQuay Live Music Performance

    Experience a captivating live music performance by Randy McQuay at Boardwalk Billy’s.

    Mon, 12/9/24

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  • Super Reggae Man Live Performance

    Experience a unique musical performance by Super Reggae Man as he creates and performs live tunes using a looping device and various instruments.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • The Carolina Opry Variety Show

    The Carolina Opry is a two-hour variety show in Myrtle Beach, featuring music, comedy, and dance from the 1960s through the 1980s.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Fireside Experience with S'mores and Magical Snowfall

    Guests can enjoy a private fire pit session with snacks and a beautiful snowfall view at Crooked Hammock Brewery.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Live Performance by Jimmy Roca

    Jimmy Roca, a talented multi-instrumentalist, will perform a variety of music at LuLu's North Myrtle Beach, known for its lively atmosphere.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Rick Cannon Live Music Performance

    Rick Cannon, a South Carolina singer/songwriter, will perform Americana music at The Knot at Windy Hill.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • North Myrtle Beach Community Band Free Christmas Concert

    The North Myrtle Beach Community Band will perform a free Christmas concert featuring local talent and festive music.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • North Pole Express Cruise - Christmas Evening on the River

    Experience a festive evening on the Barefoot Queen Riverboat, dressed in Christmas pajamas while enjoying a magical holiday-themed cruise.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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  • Live Music with Stan James Gregory at Martini

    Stan James Gregory, a talented singer and songwriter with roots from North Carolina and Nashville, will perform live at Martini in North Myrtle Beach.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

It is better to travel well than to arrive.

~ Buddha

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