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🌱 How stretched are sheriff’s deputies who patrol Carolina Shores every day?

Carolina Shores, North Carolina Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Carolina Shores! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How stretched are sheriff’s deputies who patrol Carolina Shores every day?

Also on today's calendar: 7th Annual Myrtlewood Golf Tournament benefiting Make-A-Wish South Carolina.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 75.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Brunswick sheriff deputies balance rapid growth and staffing needs (starnewsonline.com subscription) — Carolina Shores relies on Brunswick County sheriff’s deputies for everyday patrols and quick emergency response, but rapid county growth is stretching staffing. Local leaders say crime is low, yet speeding and traffic safety remain concerns as the town hires an engineer to suggest fixes. The sheriff expects rising call volumes and urges residents to press commissioners if they want more coverage.
   

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    Tuesday August 25
  • Rick Cannon Music →
    Brunswick Plantation & Golf Resort, 380 Brunswick Dr NW, Calabash
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello Neighbors.
    My husband and I are celebrating 45 years being married on Aug 14. We were wanting a special dinner no speacial attention just something a little… (Nextdoor The Farm at Brunswick)
  • A friend of mine is in need of overnight health care.
    If you know of someone that can help with this, please let me know. (Nextdoor The Farm at Brunswick)

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Waterspouts spotted near Grand Strand beaches. Will they form here? (thestate.com)
  • One of the best meteor showers is underway. When and where to see its peak in NC (heraldsun.com)

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  • Find Top Pet Sitting Jobs in Orrum, NC (care.com)

Holden Beach

  • Father, son drown at North Carolina beach; son tried to save his father (myfox8.com)
  • 20-year-old son dies trying to save father from drowning during beach vacation, loved ones say (kptv.com)

Ok Carolina Shores! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Carolina Shores

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