🌱 Record-Breaking Permits Filed In Myrtle Beach + Tax-Free Weekend

Hello all. I'm Nicole Fallon-Peek, filling in for your usual curator Kathy on the Myrtle Beach Daily today. Please note that your newsletter may be a bit lighter during this time. Now, here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today.

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A few morning showers. High: 87 Low: 77.

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Here are the top three stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Myrtle Beach seems to have become the new migration destination for out-of-staters seeking a lower cost of living and plenty of space to build. According to city data, it has been a record-breaking year for residential and commercial building permits in Myrtle Beach. More than 9,000 permits were issued here over the last year, including 750 new single-family home permits, primarily in the Market Common and the Del Webb Grande Dunes area. The city also reportedly issued permits for renovations, a new multi-family residence, 56 new commercial buildings, and 21 mobile homes. (WBTW)
2. Tax-free weekend kicked off yesterday across South Carolina, and for the next few days, Myrtle Beach residents can expect to see local sales taxes and the state-wide 6 percent sales tax dropped on certain items. Now through Sunday, Myrtle Beach's 1 percent capital improvements tax and the 1 percent tourism development fee will not apply to clothing and clothing accessories, shoes, school supplies, computers, printers, and some bedroom and bathroom items. Retail experts say this is a great weekend to stock up on back-to-school items, but plan ahead for your shopping trip: Tax-free weekend is "the busiest weekend of the year" for shopping centers like Tanger Outlets, said marketing director Stephanie Parisi. (WBTW)
3. Thirty years after the City of Myrtle Beach purchased the property, the historic and hidden Oak Street Cemetery is finally being restored. Located on three-quarters of an acre behind the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and the Myrtle Beach Health Department, this cemetery serves as the final resting place for African American veterans from both World Wars, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Initial restoration work began in March, and this week, flowers were planted in the front entryway and a water irrigation system was installed. In the near future, the City is reportedly looking to install a new signage archway. (WMBF)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

• 2022 Craftsmen's Summer Classic At Myrtle Beach Convention Center (10:00 AM)
• Fiesta Friday- Live Music At Taco Mundo Kitchen Y Cantina (6:00 PM)
• Dino Night At Pelicans Ballpark (6:00 PM)
• Magic & Comedy Show At GTS Theatre (7:00 PM)
• Gladys Knight At The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)
• Rise Against And Senses Fail At House Of Blues - Myrtle Beach (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are hosting their second Dino Night this evening at Pelican Ballpark, featuring Ed's Dinosaurs Live! Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the first pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. There will also be post-game fireworks and Kids-Run-The-Bases. (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• The 2022 Craftsmen's Classics begins today at 10:00 a.m. and runs through Sunday at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center! Get your tickets for this incredible showcase at www.CraftShow.com. (Myrtle Beach Convention Center via Facebook)
• Action Bronson is coming to the House of Blues Myrtle Beach on Friday, Sep. 9. Tickets go on sale this morning at 10 a.m. at livemu.sc/3d5CWiF. (House of Blues Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon is scheduled for Oct. 15 and 16, 2022. Get the details and register for the race events here. (Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon via Instagram)
• The Rape Crisis Center in Myrtle Beach is hosting a volunteer advocate training event next week, Aug. 8 through 12m from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the HGTC Grand Strand Conference Center. If you're interested in volunteering, you can pre-register by calling 843-448-3180 or emailing sharon@victimtosurvivor.org. (wpde.com)

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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.