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Happy Wednesday, people of Myrtle Beach! Here's everything you need to know going on today, February 23, 2022.

First, Wednesday's warm weather:

Partly sunny, a shower; warm. High: 74 Low: 60.

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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:

  1. Horry-Georgetown Technical College is going tuition-free from now until the 2023 calendar year. All programs this spring, summer and fall will be offered at zero tuition, and no fees, either. There are some eligibility requirements, but the offer generally applies to all new, current, and returning students. (WMBF)
  2. Coastal Carolina University had 16 positive COVID-19 cases last week. This is the lowest number of cases in at least two months, and comes as the university voted to end indoor mask mandates campus-wide. The mask order ended Thursday. The university had set a record of 192 cases reported the week of January 26th. (WBTW)
  3. The City of North Myrtle Beach has officially approved a new paid parking system that does away with beach parking decals for cars. The system will check license plates on automobiles. Golf carts will still need stickers. Residents must register online for new parking passes. Unfortunately, the 200 spots for Horry County residents living outside the city limits sold out already. As always, paid parking machines can be used at the beach. Paid parking begins March 1, 2022. (WMBF)
  4. North Myrtle Beach is also looking to hire more than 200 seasonal workers: lifeguards, beach attendants and other positions. The hourly rate of pay for the positions has increased from $7.50 per hour to $12 an hour for some positions. Bonuses are also being paid. "It takes a small army" to run the place, said the city's director of parks and recreation, John Bullard. The city is also hoping to hire 20 J1 students from other countries to fill some of the positions. (WBTW)
  5. Here's one way to remember your wedding anniversary... tie the knot on 2-2-22! That's just what Margaret and Greg Busch did on Tuesday! The couple, originally from New York, moved to Myrtle Beach a few years ago, and they got lucky that everything worked out perfectly for their magical day, after throwing it together in about three weeks. The ceremony took place near the SkyWheel. (WACH.com)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

  • Free shredding event with Shred360 @ Salvation Army Surfside Beach (11:00 AM)
  • City Council Workshop Agenda @ North Myrtle Beach City Hall (1:30 PM)
  • Salty Dog @ Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill (4:30 PM)
  • Time Warp @ Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)
  • The Formers @ Duck's Night Life (8:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Myrtle Beach City Council has approved seven special events, starting March 1 and going through the end of May. The DeVille Street Festival at Market Common kicks off the events on March 1. In the coming weeks will be the Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival, the Wicked Weed Art and Music Festival, 2022 Smoke on the Beach, a job fair, and Taste of Market Common. (Myhorrynews)
  • The City Council also authorized the purchase of more land for the Oceanfront Redevelopment Project along 7th Avenue North. It also gave the green light to the Fire Department to apply for a $2.7 million grant to help hire firefighters. (WMBF) (WMBF)
  • Get ready, South Strand! Taste of the Marshwalk is happening Saturday and Sunday! The outdoor food-sampling festival is always fun. I used to live right around the corner, and it was one of my favorite events there. It can sometimes be cold at this time of year, though, so be prepared! 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. (Marshwalk.com)
  • The first self-pour tap room on the Grand Strand is up and running. Pawleys Tap and Pour on Ocean Highway in Pawleys Island opened Tuesday. The tap room will have more than 40 draft beers available for self-pouring, as well as other beers on tap, catering services on-and-off-site, and of course, food. (WPDE)
  • Meet Ollie, Mina & so many more pets available for adoption here on the Grand Strand. The shelters are full, and these beautiful pets are looking for their forever homes, and a families to love! (Myrtle Beach Patch)
  • The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: What's better than one dog? TWO DOGS! Jake (left) and Simba (right) are the coolest bros around, and looking for a new home! These 6-year-old lab mixes are smart and friendly. They love having their brotherly playtime in the yard. They do need to go to a home without small children, though. (Facebook)


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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll be back Thursday for more news and highlights of life on the Grand Strand!

— 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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