New Law Allows UTVs on South Carolina Roads Later This Year
Lexington residents and other South Carolina drivers will soon be able to operate utility task vehicles (UTVs) on public roads, following the passage of a new state law. However, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) advises that until the law officially takes effect later this year, UTVs must remain off public roadways. The […]
Clemson Football Shows Resilience in Comeback Win
Clemson University’s football team demonstrated a significant comeback on Saturday, September 20, overcoming a double-digit deficit to secure a victory against North Carolina. This win marks the Tigers’ first Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) play of the season, starting with a 1-0 record. During the initial 30 minutes of the game, the Clemson Tigers trailed by […]
Surfside Beach FD to Host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
The Surfside Beach Fire Department and the Town of Surfside Beach are preparing to host their third annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. This community event, dedicated to honoring the lives lost in the terrorist attacks 25 years ago, is scheduled for September 11 at the Surfside Beach Fishing Pier. Participants can check in around 7:30 […]
Police seek help finding teen headed to Myrtle Beach
The Georgetown Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating Gwendolyn Davis, a 15-year-old girl who went missing after she was scheduled to travel to Myrtle Beach. Davis reportedly left her home in Georgetown on Thursday at 3:00 p.m., intending to take a bus to Myrtle Beach to visit family. However, she never arrived at […]
Horry County Unveils Fall 2026 Outdoor Event Calendar
Horry County residents can look forward to a vibrant outdoor season this fall, with a newly released calendar detailing seven weeks of festivals, races, and community gatherings from mid-September through early November. The schedule, compiled from organizers and government sources, highlights a diverse array of activities across the Grand Strand and inland communities. The season […]
Surfside Beach to Host End of Summer Fireworks Festival
Surfside Beach is set to mark the end of summer with its annual End of Summer Fireworks Festival on September 6. The festivities will commence at 5 p.m. at the Surfside Beach Fishing Pier, located at 11 South Ocean Boulevard. The event, which saw approximately 1,000 attendees in its inaugural year, aims to foster community […]
Garden City Streetscape Project Starts Sept. 8
The Garden City Streetscape Project is set to begin construction on Tuesday, September 8, aiming to enhance safety and resilience in the Garden City area of Horry County. Crews will commence work near the Georgetown County line, specifically around Cedar Avenue, and proceed northward along South Waccamaw Drive. This initial phase of the project will […]
Myrtle Beach Seeks Larger Share of Tourism Development Fee
Myrtle Beach city leaders are pursuing a greater portion of the annual funds generated by a one percent sales tax, known as the Tourism Development Fee (TDF), to support tourism-related initiatives. The Myrtle Beach City Council discussed the TDF during a workshop on Tuesday, September 1. Established in 2009, the TDF is a one percent […]
Myrtle Beach Alumnus Promoted to Air Force Brigadier General
Robert Degregorio, a Myrtle Beach native and alumnus of Myrtle Beach High School, was promoted to brigadier general in the Air Force on July 16. This promotion marks a significant milestone in his 30-year military career. Degregorio, known as Bobby D to friends and family, expressed humility and joy regarding his new rank, stating he […]
Peter Cullen, Voice of Optimus Prime, Dies at 85
Peter Cullen, the Canadian voice actor renowned for portraying Optimus Prime in numerous Transformers productions and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh projects, passed away on Wednesday at his Los Angeles home at the age of 85. His agent, Kevin Motley, confirmed his death, stating Cullen died peacefully surrounded by family. Cullen’s family released a statement […]