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🌱 Deadly Wrong-Way Crash On Hwy 31 + Horry County Cold Cases Arrest
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Hello and happy Saturday. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening these days in Myrtle Beach. Today is July 2, 2022. It's another busy holiday weekend on the Grand Strand, so be careful out there everybody! Let's get started.
First, a quick glance at Saturday's weather:
Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 82 Low: 75.
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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:
- A wrong-way crash on Highway 31 resulted in one person's death early Friday morning. Four others were injured in the two-vehicle wreck. The crash occurred near the Robert Edge Parkway exit. One of the vehicles was traveling south in the northbound lanes of Highway 31. The four injured passengers were taken to the hospital. The person who died was identified by Deputy Coronier Patty Bellamy as 23-year-old Kamiyah Belvin from Henderson, NC. (WBTW) (WMBF)
- After a lengthy investigation, an Horry County man has been arrested in five serial sexual assault cold cases from the early 2000s. Randy Earl Barnhill of Conway is facing 13 charges including kidnapping, assault and battery, burglary, and first degree criminal sexual conduct. Scientific technology advances were helpful in coming up with a new lead in one of the investigations, dating back to 2006. The arrest in that case led to Barnhill being suspected in four more cases that occurred from 2000 to 2005. He is in custody at Long Detention Center. (wpde.com)
- A fire on Friday morning in Little River destroyed a structure that was apparently under construction on Sundew Loop. Several new homes in the neighborhood are partially built. No one was hurt, and no nearby structures were damaged or affected. The cause of the fire will be investigated. Calabash, NC Fire Department provided assistance to Horry County Fire Rescue on the call. (WBTW) (HCFR via Facebook)
- More pets go missing during the 4th of July weekend than any other day of the year, and local shelters expect to see an influx of animals this weekend. The folks at the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach are urging pet owners to keep a watchful eye on their pets this weekend. Dogs will run away due to fireworks, and their fear can be exacerbated if they are staying with a sitter or in an unfamiliar environment. Shelters are at capacity and overcrowded already, so the situation is not ideal for taking in extra animals. (wpde.com)
- Myrtle Beach city councilman John Krajc was cited for reckless driving earlier this week. Krajc, who has served on the council since 2019, says he was defending his home, and was trying to help the police apprehend suspects who tossed fireworks from a moving vehicle onto his front yard. He followed that vehicle until police caught up to them. Krajc was given a citation and a fine of $439. Neither the Myrtle Beach Police Department nor the City of Myrtle Beach are providing information to the press about the incident. (WMBF)
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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:
Talk about a perfect rainbow! This fabulous photo was sent in by Robin Heuer, who took this shot from Ocean Boulevard public beach access. Nice pic, Robin!
Today in Myrtle Beach:
- Stunt Comedy Show with Wacky Chad @ Wonders Theatre (4 p.m.)
- Red, White & Blue Weekend featuring fireworks @ Pelicans Stadium (6 p.m.)
- J Candeed @ Pine Lakes Tavern (7 p.m.)
- Peyton Benton @ Doesn't Matter Bar & Grill (7 p.m.)
- Kids In America '80s tribute band @ Local On The Water (7 p.m.)
- Completely Unchained - Van Halen tribute band @ 3001 Nightlife (8 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- There's almost too much live music this weekend on the Strand! Check out where your favorite local artists are playing, all year long, using Myrtle Live's calendar. (MyrtleLive.com)
- North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue sent out a friendly reminder that fireworks are prohibited in the City of North Myrtle Beach. (North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue via Facebook)
- Multiple fireworks shows, holiday closures, the Salute from the Shore flyover and more. Here's your Myrtle Beach-area guide to the Fourth of July! (Myhorrynews)
- Insomnia Cookies is opening a new location at Broadway at the Beach, with a grand-opening ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 8 at 2 p.m. The famous late-night bakery specializes in making warm-from-the-oven cookies, brownies, cakes and more. In a press release, Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce says the new location is the first in Myrtle Beach, and it's the sixth Insomnia Cookies store in South Carolina. The bakery opens July 6. (MBACC)
- Myrtle Beach Police Department: After 25 years with MBPD, Captain DiLorenzo is retiring! He has been such an amazing mentor and team member for us at the department. We will surely miss you Captain, now go enjoy what's next! (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
- Wilmington, North Carolina-based Monteith Construction is expanding its footprint into Horry County, according to a press release from Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. The company's Market Common office was opened on June 21, and Matt Brittan has been named as head of operations for the Grand Strand location. Projects include the Del Webb North Strand active adult community in North Myrtle Beach, as well as past projects around the area. (Press Release Desk)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday. See you all Sunday morning for another Grand Strand update! Be safe and have fun this weekend. Remember to pack your patience!
— 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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