🌱 Man Arrested For Boarding Stranded Boat + New Parking Decals For MB

Hello, neighbors! Kathy Mandell here with your Monday, October 3, 2022 copy of the Myrtle Beach Daily, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. Including updates on:

• The stranded shrimp trawler
• The Goat Island goats
• New parking decals for Myrtle Beach residents

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Let's take a look at Monday's weather:

Cloudy. High: 65 Low: 49.

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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. A Myrtle Beach man was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct for climbing aboard the stranded Shayna Michelle shrimp boat that washed ashore near Damon's Restaurant during the hurricane. The boat is owned by Holden Beach Seafood based in Supply, NC. Its crew was attempting to return to Supply when Hurricane Ian hit and they were unable to complete the journey. Police had warned the public to stay away from the boat. The man who was arrested climbed onto the boat "while it was tossing in the surf" according to reports. (wpde.com) (WBTW) (WMBF) As of Sunday, the trawler was still on the beach. (WBTW)
2. Our furry friends, the Murrells Inlet Goats, will not be returning to Goat Island for the rest of the season. The goats were evacuated on Thursday to the farm where they live off-season. Al Hitchcock, the owner of Drunken Jack's Restaurant also owns the goats and made the decision to keep the goats on the farm to allow for repairs to be done after the island got hit hard by Hurricane Ian. The goats' shelter on the small island, visible from the famous MarshWalk, was destroyed. The animals generally leave for their winter home in November. (WMBF) (wpde.com)
3. Myrtle Beach residents who live within city limits will have new two-year parking decals starting today. The decals are available to residents who have personal automobiles or motorcycles that are parked within the city and who have paid property taxes on their vehicles. Anyone who has a current decal can renew online for the 2023-34 sticker. Residents who have never had a parking decal in the past will have to apply in person at the Pavilion Parking Garage, 914 North Kings Highway at the 9th Avenue North entrance. The stickers are valid until December of 2024. (WMBF) (WBTW) (wpde.com)
4. Police reopened access roads and causeways to Pawleys Island homeowners and contractors on Sunday. The roads will be open to the general public starting at 8 a.m. today. Governor McMaster and SCDOT Secretary Christy Hall toured the seaside village on Saturday. The Army Corps of Engineers also surveyed the damage in Pawleys on Sunday. (WMBF) (wpde.com)
5. Horry County PD is still asking people to stay away from Garden City until further notice. Crews are working to restore services and clear the roads that were heavily impacted by the hurricane. A section of North Waccamaw Drive was reopened on Sunday for local residents and work crews. (WBTW) (wpde.com)

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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:

Do you remember a few weeks back when an old car was pulled out of the Intracoastal Waterway near Socastee? One of our readers, Diane Geberth, snapped this photo of the car after it was retrieved from Enterprise Landing. Great shot, Diane! Thank you for sharing!

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Taxes in Retirement Seminar @ Reed Recreation Center (11 a.m.)
• Melissa Joiner @ Dead Dog Saloon (4 p.m.)
• Surfside Beach Pier Committee meeting @ Johnson Civic Center (6 p.m.)
• Trio Dinner a Coastal Culinary Experience @ MB Convention Center (6:30 p.m.)
• NMB City Council regular meeting @ Council Chambers (7 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home and want the latest info on what's available in the Myrtle Beach area? Patch has you covered! Check out this sampling of five properties for sale on the local market. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
• Coming up November 14 is the Charity Golf Scramble to benefit Palmetto Literacy Council. The fundraiser starts at 8:30 a.m. at Pine Lakes Golf Course. The scramble format is 18 holes. Cost is $100 per player or $400 for a foursome. Lunch, a swag bag, silent auction, awards, raffles and competitions will take place, too. Businesses can sponsor the event. (Palmetto Literacy Council)
• VIDEO: Myrtle Beach State Park pier got slammed during Hurricane Ian. SC State Park officials say the pier is closed for repairs but is still standing. This video was taken by MBSP Manager, Troy Crider during the height of the storm. MBSP will reopen today. (WMBF)
• PHOTOS: Photos show damage from Hurricane Ian in the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach. (WMBF) North Myrtle Beach city leaders also met with the Army Corps of Engineers to survey Ian's damage. (WMBF) (wpde.com)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: Saturday was National Black Dog Day! Black dogs (and cats) are often overlooked in shelters, but we think our pawsome dogs, like Fireball and Raya, will catch your eye and heart! Check out all of our dogs looking for homes." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook) Palmetto Animal Hospital: Dogs with darker coats are sometimes overlooked in shelters, but have just as much love to give! Consider bringing home your very own black dog (or cat)! 🖤 (Palmetto Animal Hospital via Facebook)
• Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: "Don't miss the 17th Annual Little River ShrimpFest October 8 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Historic Little River Waterfront! There will be more than 100 different vendors and fresh local seafood will be served by the local waterfront restaurants." (Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! I'll be back with your Tuesday 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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