🌱 Farrow Parkway Repaving Begins + Market Common Holiday Events

Hi y'all! I'm back in your inbox on this Sunday, November 13, 2022 to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Myrtle Beach. Today's issue includes:

• The Farrow Parkway repaving project will begin tonight at 7 p.m.
• Market Common has released its holiday event calendar and there's something for everyone!
• A report on Veterans Day events in and around the Grand Strand.

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Today's weather will be noticeably cooler:

Cooler; breezy in the morning. High: 64 Low: 39.

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Here are the top three stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. Repaving work begins on Farrow Parkway at Market Common tonight at 7 p.m. The project will take about a month. Work will happen during the overnight hours to avoid too many traffic woes. Milling and repaving of Farrow Parkway from Kings Highway to Fred Nash Boulevard will be the focus of the project. On-street parking is not allowed while the work is taking place. (WBTW)
2. Speaking of Market Common, a press release issued this week provided a rundown of all the holiday events happening in Myrtle Beach's "Uptown Downtown." The annual tree lighting will be happening Saturday, November 19 starting at 6 p.m. There will be entertainment by the Long Bay Symphony and an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Also on November 19 will be the grand opening of NailedIt DIY Studio at 3064 Deville Street starting at 4 p.m. Photos With Santa will begin November 20 on Wednesdays starting at 5 p.m. and will run for a month until December 21. Pet Photos With Santa is happening Sunday, November 27 and Sunday December 11 at 5 p.m. On Black Friday, retailers in MC will be operating from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Of course, the biggie is A Southern Times Square — the New Year's Eve celebration at Market Common. The event is so important, it's going to have its own website that will be revealed on November 15: NYEMarketCommonMB.com. (Market Common Events Calendar)
3. Veterans Day Highlights: The Military Appreciation Committee hosted a Veterans Day ceremony in Surfside Beach on Friday at Veterans Memorial Park. The key speaker was 94-year-old Ed Turek who served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.(WMBF) Veterans also gathered at Myrtle Beach's Warbird Park to honor fallen soldiers. (WMBF) The Academy for Technology & Academics in Conway held a ceremony and lunch honoring veterans on Friday. (WBTW) At the VFW in Murrells Inlet, guest speaker Elisabeth Litvin, who served in the military for 26 years, spoke about honoring female veterans. (wpde.com) The 22-mile Veterans Victory Walk took place at Market Common for the third year in a row. The walk raises awareness of mental health issues and suicide among veterans. (wpde.com)

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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:

Reader Mary Latgis sent in this cool sunrise pic taken at my old stomping grounds, Murrells Inlet! It's a great place to live on the Grand Strand. Thanks for the pretty picture, Mary!

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Battle Diabetes - Battle of the Bands @ Suck Bang Blow (11 a.m.)
• Mythical & Medieval Fest @ RH Acres, 3833 Socastee Blvd. (11 a.m.)
• Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals @ Myrtle Beach Convention Ctr (noon)
• Christmas Craft Bazaar @ Socastee Station Plaza (12:30 p.m.)
• War & Peace | The Long Bay Symphony @ First Presbyterian Church of MB (1 p.m.)
• War & Peace | The Long Bay Symphony @ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, NMB (5 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• News13's Pet of the Weekend is Daisy, a 4-month-old kitten being fostered by Grand Strand Humane Society volunteers. Daisy is a calico with unique markings and she loves people and other cats! Daisy is ready for a welcoming home with a warm lap to sit on! (WBTW)
• For the second year, the Polar Express will be making a stop at Myrtle Beach Train Depot. The fun will be happening December 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. A sensory-friendly experience will be happening from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. that day. Free admission. Bring a chair or blanket for the outdoor showing of the movie, The Polar Express. (wpde.com)
• The Salvation Army of the Grand Strand and Pee Dee has begun its Angel Tree program. Gifts are collected for needy children from now until December 15. More than 1,500 families have applied for holiday gifts or assistance through the program this year. The trees are on display at several locations in the area. There is an option to sponsor or donate online as well. (WMBF)
• Socks For Kids will be happening on Saturday, November 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Beaver Bar in Murrells Inlet. There will be a car show, music and food. Donate some socks to help Grand Strand kids in need. (wpde.com)
• The Myrtle Beach Police Department has extended the deadline for donations to the Family Justice Center until November 30. Supplies are needed for victims of domestic violence such as personal hygiene items, cleaning products, diapers and children's supplies, new clothing, non-perishable foods and paper goods. (MBPD via Facebook)
• Have you ever been tempted to write in a candidate on your voting ballot in the write-in section? Or maybe you've actually written in a name. News13 has obtained the list of write-in candidates from Horry County's ballots and some of them are pretty funny. They include Alice Cooper, Dolly Parton, the LIMU Emu, Wile E. Coyote and Tweety Bird, just to name a few! Check out the whole list here: (WBTW)

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• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (November 14)
• Social Security Seminar at General Robert H. Reed Recreation Center (November 15)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Sunday! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— 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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