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🌱 Carolina Pines Ex-Manager Indicted + DHS Tip Leads To Conway Bust
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Myrtle Beach.
Hello again, neighbors! It's me, Kathy Mandell, your host of the Myrtle Beach Daily. Let's get this Wednesday, September 21, 2022 started off right, with a quick guide to the most important things going on around town. Today we'll cover...
- Horry County students score
- Brookgreen Gardens' lofty plan for the next generation
- Cooler weather on the way
But first, today's weather:
Humid with plenty of sun. High: 86 Low: 71. Ocean temperature: 80.6 degrees.
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Here are the top five stories in Myrtle Beach today:
- Former Carolina Pines RV Resort manager, Troy Bittner, was indicted by a grand jury on charges of defrauding customers of the Conway-based resort. Bittner is accused of "devising a scheme" that federal investigators say enabled him to transfer more than $800,000 from Carolina Pines' electronic payment system to his personal bank account. Most of the transactions occurred during COVID-19 when people were canceling travel plans. Bittner has pleaded not guilty. If convicted he could face up to 20 years in federal prison. (WRAL News) (WMBF) (WBTW)
- Two people were arrested and more than 10 kilos of cocaine was seized in a Conway drug bust. The HCPD got a tip from the Department of Homeland Security and sent its Narcotics Unit to investigate. A traffic stop led to the discovery of some cocaine, while a search warrant of a parcel of land led to more drugs, some weapons and some cash. (wpde.com)(WBTW)
- Horry County Schools outperformed the rest of South Carolina in the 2021-22 academic year according to just-released End-of-Course Exam results. The exams measure achievement in several core high school courses including algebra and English. Public high school students are required to take the tests. Horry County students also did well in biology and U.S. history. (WMBF) (Horry County Schools via Facebook)
- Brookgreen Gardens has looked the same for a long time, but some improvements may be on the way. The cultural center is looking for donations, big or small, to help its Campaign for the Next Generation. Brookgreen wants to expand its art, nature and history programs, plus add more exhibits and conservatories. The idea is to "change the face of the gardens" said Brookgreen's director of marketing. Completion of the venue's dream that began in the 1980s will cost around $20 million. (WBTW)
- A taste of fall is on the way! Heat and humidity are still the name of the weather game today and Thursday, but that will change overnight Thursday. A cold front is bringing in much cooler air for Friday and Saturday. Highs on both days will only be in the 70s and overnight temps may go down into the upper 50s! Hello autumn! (WMBF)
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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:
Y'all are sending in some fantastic pics! This stunner was submitted by reader Ken Kowicki who grabbed this shot at sunrise near Apache Pier in the Shore Drive area of town. Thanks so much for the gorgeous photo, Ken!
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Today in Myrtle Beach:
- Know Your Neighborhood Stormwater System @ Carolina Forest Recreation Ctr (8:30 a.m.) advance registration online is required
- Burger Week @ Various Conway Restaurants (All day) thru Sept. 25
- Wacoal Fit for the Cure Event @ Belk, Myrtle Beach Mall (near Briarcliffe) (10 a.m.)
- Society of Stranders (SOS) Fall Migration @ North Myrtle Beach (noon) thru Sept. 24
- Humane Society Of NMB membership meeting @ Explore NMB, 1521 Hwy 17 S. (5:30 p.m.)
- HAHA Hammock open mic comedy night @ Crooked Hammock Brewery (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Myrtle Beach area pets who need a home: meet Lilac, Ziggy and more. List compiled by Patch and Petfinder. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
- Horry County Schools: Job fair Thursday! Mark your calendars for Thursday, Sept. 22 from 4-6 p.m. and visit www.horrycountyschools.net/job... for more details and registration info. (Horry County Schools via Facebook)
- Everything Embroidery Market trade show starts Thursday! EEM shows - Embroidery, Sublimation and Vinyl trade show is happening September 22 through 24 at Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Entrepreneurs, crafters, and enthusiasts come on down! (Myrtle Beach Convention Center via Facebook)
- Huntington Beach State Park's Atalaya Castle is the latest addition to the Agents of Discovery interactive app. The app gives users challenges, "missions" or games to participate in while visiting popular sites. Learn the history of Atalaya Castle and have fun at the same time! Download the app and look for Atalaya Adventure or one of the other five South Carolina "missions" available for discovery. (wpde.com)
- See ya later, alligator! One lucky Horry County firefighter saved and relocated a small alligator that was found in a puddle under Station 3's fire engine! The tiny gator was brought to a nearby swamp and released. (WMBF)
- So much live musical talent, so little time! Don't miss a performance and keep your finger on the pulse of the Grand Strand's array of talented musical artists. Check Myrtle Live's calendar every day so you'll be sure not to miss your favorite acts! (MyrtleLive.com)
You're all caught up for Wednesday. See you all tomorrow for your Thursday edition of the Myrtle Beach Daily (and the first day of fall!).
— 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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