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South Carolina Invests $12 Million to Preserve WetlandsSouth Carolina Invests $12 Million to Preserve Wetlands

South Carolina Invests $12 Million to Preserve Wetlands

News Summary South Carolina is allocating over $12 million to protect vital ecosystems, including Waties Island and Snow's Island. The…

4 hours ago
Palm Charter School Students Voice Concerns Over Discipline PolicyPalm Charter School Students Voice Concerns Over Discipline Policy

Palm Charter School Students Voice Concerns Over Discipline Policy

News Summary Students at Palm Charter School in South Carolina brought their concerns to a recent board meeting regarding a…

4 hours ago
Myrtle Beach Police Department Promotes Mick Kathman as Deputy ChiefMyrtle Beach Police Department Promotes Mick Kathman as Deputy Chief

Myrtle Beach Police Department Promotes Mick Kathman as Deputy Chief

News Summary In a significant leadership shift, Mick Kathman has been promoted to deputy chief of the Horry County Police…

4 hours ago
Myrtle Beach Restaurant Inspections Raise Concerns Over Food SafetyMyrtle Beach Restaurant Inspections Raise Concerns Over Food Safety

Myrtle Beach Restaurant Inspections Raise Concerns Over Food Safety

News Summary Recent inspections by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture revealed concerning food safety and cleanliness issues in several…

4 hours ago
Myrtle Beach Community Confronts Aftermath of Motel FireMyrtle Beach Community Confronts Aftermath of Motel Fire

Myrtle Beach Community Confronts Aftermath of Motel Fire

News Summary Myrtle Beach faces challenges following a Christmas Day fire that displaced 19 residents at Atlantic Sands motel. Quick…

4 hours ago
Myrtle Beach Sues North Myrtle Beach Over Water Usage WoesMyrtle Beach Sues North Myrtle Beach Over Water Usage Woes

Myrtle Beach Sues North Myrtle Beach Over Water Usage Woes

News Summary Myrtle Beach has initiated a lawsuit against North Myrtle Beach due to allegations of excessive water usage and…

2 days ago
Conway Residents Alarmed by Large Debris Fire at Recycling CenterConway Residents Alarmed by Large Debris Fire at Recycling Center

Conway Residents Alarmed by Large Debris Fire at Recycling Center

News Summary Residents of Conway, South Carolina, witnessed a significant debris fire at the Horry County Recycling Center on Sunday…

3 days ago
Myrtle Beach’s Resilient Prosecutor Inspires CommunityMyrtle Beach’s Resilient Prosecutor Inspires Community

Myrtle Beach’s Resilient Prosecutor Inspires Community

News Summary Katie Owens, a prosecutor in Myrtle Beach, has shown incredible strength and resilience in the face of her…

4 days ago
Statewide Burn Ban Issued in South Carolina Amid Wildfire ConcernsStatewide Burn Ban Issued in South Carolina Amid Wildfire Concerns

Statewide Burn Ban Issued in South Carolina Amid Wildfire Concerns

News Summary In South Carolina, a statewide burn ban has been enacted by the Forestry Commission due to rising wildfire…

5 days ago
Myrtle Beach Pastor John-Paul Miller Faces Serious Legal AllegationsMyrtle Beach Pastor John-Paul Miller Faces Serious Legal Allegations

Myrtle Beach Pastor John-Paul Miller Faces Serious Legal Allegations

News Summary John-Paul Miller, a Myrtle Beach pastor, is embroiled in legal battles after sexual misconduct allegations from two women.…

6 days ago