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🌱 Ashley G. Cyclists Arrive In Surfside + Charity Basketball Tourney
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Happy August, everybody! I'm back after a quick day off. Here is a fresh edition of the Myrtle Beach Daily with just about everything you need to know happening in the community today, Monday, August 1, 2022. Let's begin!
First, Monday's weather:
An afternoon t-storm; humid. High: 92 Low: 78. Ocean temperature: 82.2 degrees.
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Here are the top four stories in Myrtle Beach today:
- Five cyclists completed their 3,000-mile journey for charity in Surfside Beach this past weekend. The group began their ride in California to support the Ashley G. Foundation. They had the usual obstacles along the way: flat tires, being chased by dogs and other challenges. The group says it was a hard ride but well worth it to honor Ashley Gaines, the foundation's namesake, to whom they have a personal connection. Gaines died from lymphoma in 2018. The foundation has raised $800,000 to help children and teens with lymphoma. (WMBF)
- Federal authorities have filed documents to begin the process of seizing a parcel of Doc Antle's land near Myrtle Beach Safari. The action is pending in district court. A notice indicates that federal authorities are "seeking judicial forfeiture" of the land. Antle's attorney says the government returned seized property in exchange for a lis pendens on the land. Antle faces a number of other charges in SC and Virginia. (WBTW)
- Conway police are asking for the public's help in locating a vehicle that may be connected to a recent theft in Horry County. The vehicle is connected to "multiple grand larceny cases" according to authorities. The most recent incident occurred at Tractor Supply on the corner of Four Mile Road and Highway 501. A trailer was stolen during that incident. The vehicle of interest is shown in the photo accompanying the WMBF article. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Conway PD at (843) 248-1790. (WMBF)
- A charity basketball tournament at the Boys and Girls Club of the Grand Strand is happening August 6. Alumni from several area high schools will compete for a good cause. The tournament is organized by Akeem Hemingway, the older brother of Darius Hemingway who was killed in a shooting in 2020. All money raised will go toward Darius Hemingway's Toy Drive — the charity Darius set up shortly before his death. (wpde.com)
Myrtle Beach pic of the day:
This brilliant sunrise photo was submitted by reader Judy Banas who grabbed this pic recently at Doolittle Lake in the Emmens Preserve neighborhood near Market Common. The picture was taken at 5:55 a.m. Nice work, Judy!
Today in Myrtle Beach:
- World Fastpitch Connection @ NMB Park & Sports Complex (All day) thru August 7
- North Myrtle Beach Jr. Survivor Challenge @ Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church (9 a.m.)
- Kids Clay Camp: Out of This World @ Rooted Beauty Pottery (9 a.m.) thru August 4
- Oceans of Possibilities-themed bingo @ Surfside Beach Library (10:30 a.m.)
- Food Tour by Carolina Food Tours @ Murrells Inlet MarshWalk (2 p.m.) cost: $85
- Skyler Whitfield @ Boardwalk Billy's (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association is having an Exchange Day for J1 visa summer workers at Myrtle Waves Waterpark today at 10 a.m. The event is only for J1 workers, who can use the park all day for free if they bring two school supplies. There is also the option to pay $2 for entry. There will be giveaways and photo opportunities starting at noon. (Myrtle Beach Hospitality Association via Facebook)
- Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce recently released a Facebook Watch video "Talking Trash With Solid Waste Authority." The video and accompanying press release talks about the mission of Horry County Solid Waste Authority — the nonprofit organization that operates 25 recycling centers in the county. (MBACC)
- Would you like to know more about Habitat For Humanity of Horry County? Take a look at the organization's newsletter that has all the info about projects, Habitat Homes, an upcoming golf tournament and more. (Habitat For Humanity Horry County)
- Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: In addition to the sand, sun and family fun, live music is such a huge part of the Myrtle Beach experience! Next time you're in town check out some of these great live music spots at Broadway at the Beach! (Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina via Facebook)
- It's a good thing some Horry County personnel took part in those horse care courses recently because crews were able to quickly round up a horse on the loose this weekend. The runaway equine was causing traffic woes mid-morning on Saturday near East Cox Ferry Road and Conway Plantation Drive. (WMBF)
You're officially in the loop for Monday, everybody. See you all Tuesday morning for another edition of the Myrtle Beach Daily!
— Kathy Mandell
About me: The best decision I ever made was relocating to the Myrtle Beach area from New England a few years ago, with my three dogs and three cats. I enjoy dogs, cats, road trips, photography, writing, vegetarian food, live music, bicycling and above all my daily walks on the beaches in and around the Grand Strand.
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