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City council unanimously approves new reassessment tax for Cherry Grove residents
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - North Myrtle Beach city leaders unanimously approved a new reassessment tax for Cherry Grove property owners. The updated annual assessment rate will go towards the nearly decade-old Cherry Grove improvement district and will continue to cover the cost of dredging canals in the area.
Plants Direct in Little River shares helpful tips for the summer months
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Plants Direct has two locations along the Grand Strand. You’ll find one in Little River and the other in Conway. Here, they offer everything from landscape services to anything you’ll need to beautify your yard. We loved learning which plants are drought resistant, great options for keeping deer from eating your plants, and so much more.
Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach rehomes injured green sea turtle
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Bandit, a juvenile green sea turtle that was found stranded more than three years ago, was recently rehomed by the Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach. The turtle was found on Little St. Simon’s Island in Georgia in April 2021, where she was taken to...
Backstage Pass: Model Victoria Henley hangs with the ‘Legends’ in Myrtle Beach
“Legends in Concert,” known and acclaimed globally as the pioneer of live tribute shows, has dazzled a myriad of fans from around the world since its debut performance at the Imperial Palace in 1985. Subsequently awarded with many honors and accolades, including “Show of the Year,” “Entertainers of the...
Myrtle Beach motels push for dismissal in temporary injunction case
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) – The management company for two Myrtle Beach motels that are in jeopardy of closing for a year is firing back. The management company for Southern Breeze and Summer Wind motels along South Ocean Boulevard filed an answer on Monday to the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office’s request for a temporary injunction against the motels.
Conway leaders take first step in approving nearly 450-acre development off US 378
Conway City Council on Monday, July 15, took its first vote of approval on a nearly 450-acre development off U.S. 378, giving a nod to the updated plans which reduces the amount of units by more than 500. The proposed development, previously known as the Tributary project and now known...
‘It tasted dirty’: Little River residents raise concerns over bad-tasting water
LITTLE RIVER, SC (WMBF) - Smelly and bad-tasting water has some Little River residents avoiding the tap. Donald Johnson said he’s been drinking water from the tap since the 1980s until this week when he noticed an odd taste and smell. “I got some water the night before last...
Dorchester County to host hiring event for Water and Sewer Department roles
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — Dorchester County will host an onsite hiring event for those interested in working with the Water and Sewer Department. This accelerated hiring event will take place on July 17th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 235 Deming Way in Summerville. According to the county,...
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Announces National Tequila Day Plans
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina invites the community to celebrate National Tequila Day at their locations on Wednesday, July 24th. Guests can enjoy $6 Mex 1 Margaritas and $8 Infused Margaritas all day long. The restaurants will also offer special tequila deals all weekend long and live music. For more information,...
Berkeley Co. school board moves forward with J.K. Gourdin Elementary School merger
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)—When the school year begins in August, students at a northern Berkeley County elementary school will attend a different school. At a Monday night Berkeley County School Board meeting, committee members decided to proceed on the merger with St. Stephen Elementary School. Initially, the board voted to close J.K. Gourdin and move […]
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