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🌱 Missing Man Safe + NMB Flood Maps + Trick-Or-Treat Is On!

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Happy Tuesday, people of Myrtle Beach! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening on the Grand Strand today.

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First, let's check out the fall weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 74 Low: 55.

Here are the top stories today in Myrtle Beach:

  1. An 86-year-old man with Alzheimer's, who lives in Carolina Forest, was missing for some time over the weekend. Andrew Hovancik was reported missing on Sunday. As of Monday morning, it was announced that he was located by Horry County Police, and is safe. (WBTW)
  2. Myrtle Beach gas prices are still topping $3.00 per gallon with no relief in sight. The interesting news is that gas prices on the Grand Strand are below the national average. According to GasBuddy, an upward trend continues and there are no signs of prices going down any time soon. (WMBF)
  3. North Myrtle Beach is updating its flood maps for the first time in 22 years. Back in August of 1999, was the last time the city's flood maps were revised. FEMA and the City of NMB updated the Flood Insurance Studies and Flood Insurance Rate Maps to remain compliant with the National Flood Insurance Program. The updates will be effective December 16, 2021. (wpde.com)
  4. Myrtle Beach is preparing for the return of Canadian tourists. The travel ban between the U.S. and our neighbor to the north is being lifted in November. Karen Riordan, CEO of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce says the ability to welcome Canadians to the area will be great for local businesses. Canadians are the top international visitors to the Grand Strand. (WBTW)
  5. Trick-or-treating is a "go" this year on the Grand Strand. Doctors at Tidelands Health and Conway Medical Center have opined that the mostly outdoor event should be fine for children and families to enjoy. Some exceptions would be if folks are inside of a car, or in a large group. In those instances, they advise wearing COVID-19 blocking masks. Social distancing is also on the Halloween menu. (WMBF)


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Today in Myrtle Beach:

  • Red Cross blood drive @ American Red Cross, 3531 Pampas Drive, Myrtle Beach (10:00 AM)
  • Mosaic Frames class $30 @ ART Your Heart Out & Classes by Jeannie (11:00 AM)
  • Stormwater Committee Meeting - Town of Surfside Beach (2:00 PM)
  • HC Historic Preservation Commission meeting @ 1301 Second Ave, Conway (2:30 PM)
  • Ronnie Milsaps @ Ocean Annie's Beach Bar (3:00 PM)
  • Horry County Regular Council Meeting @ Council Chambers (6:00 PM)

Myrtle Beach Patch Notebook

  • Horry County Police are investigating a death near Socastee. There is no known danger to the community. The investigation is happening near Millpond Road and Horseshoe Circle, and motorists were advised to seek alternate routes. (WPDE)
  • The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: Who's ready to woof down some yummy food?? Join us Wednesday, October 20th at these participating restaurants. They will be donating a portion of the day's sale to our shelter! (Facebook)
  • Horry County Schools: October 18-22 is National School Bus Safety Week. Obstructed views and distracted drivers put children at risk, which is why it's essential that parents join HCS and talk to children about ways to stay safe in and around the school bus. (Facebook Watch )
  • Now hiring! These Grand Strand employers might have the perfect job for you! (Patch)
  • High school notebook: Myrtle Beach-South Florence showdown will further Region VI-4A strength. (Myhorrynews)
  • A welcome chill in the air greeted hundreds of marathoners participating in the Myrtle Beach Mini-Marathon on Sunday. The winners of the 12th annual run were Anthony Brungard and Michelle Ziegler. (WMBF)


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— 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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