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🌱 Stephen Flood Hospitalized + Bikers Undeterred By Gas Prices
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Happy Saturday, people of Myrtle Beach! Today is May 21, 2022, and it's another busy weekend on the Grand Strand! Be safe out there, especially when driving. Look twice, save a life. Let's get you all caught up on what's happening on the Grand Strand to start your weekend off on an informed note.
Taking a quick look at Saturday's weather:
A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 84 Low: 73.
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Here are the top five stories in Myrtle Beach today:
- One day after being sentenced to 18 years in prison for the drowning deaths of Wendy Newton and Nicolette Green, former Horry County deputy, Stephen Flood, 70, has been hospitalized. Flood complained of chest pains and was admitted to the hospital. When he is released from the hospital, he will be brought to Marion County Detention Center. (wpde.com)
- PETA is urging the IRS and the state of South Carolina to investigate Bhagavan Antle's non-profit organization associated with the Myrtle Beach Safari roadside zoo. Antle, sometimes known as "Doc," is accused by PETA to be using charitable donations to fund the zoo. PETA is asking the IRS to investigate and revoke the non-profit's tax-exempt status, among other suggested actions against Antle. (WIS News 10)
- The XCON Comic Convention is back in Myrtle Beach this weekend, and the first ever Georgetown Food, Beer and Wine Festival is happening on the south Strand! The comic convention is a two-day event featuring a silent auction to benefit Cancer Heroes of the Carolinas. (wpde.com) The Georgetown event is happening Saturday, and features food, beer, wine and live music along with family-friendly activities for all ages. (wpde.com)
- Between gas prices, diesel prices and dairy costs, the owners of Mister Softee ice cream have announced a price increase beginning June 1. Serina Regan, owner of the Horry County franchise says she waited as long as possible before making the difficult decision to raise prices. Loyal customers mean the world to Regan, who believes her prices are still lower than Mister Softee franchises in other parts of the country. (WBTW)
- It's the final weekend of the Myrtle Beach Spring Bike Rally, and thousands of bikers are in town, despite gasoline prices hitting record highs here and everywhere else. Even with prices exceeding $4.50 a gallon, with no sign of relief, folks have come into the Strand from all over the east coast. GasBuddy says prices are up because of supply shortages and several refineries being closed down. (WMBF)
Myrtle Beach pic of the day:
Saturday's pic of the day really says "weekend"! This colorful pic of the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel from Pier 14 was sent in by Andrea Siciliano. Thanks for the nice picture, Andrea!
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This weekend in Myrtle Beach:
Saturday:
- 24 Seven Dance Convention @ Myrtle Beach Convention Center (All day)
- Full Throttle Biker Church Benefit Run @ Jamin' Leather (9 a.m.)
- XCON World Comic-Con experience @ Myrtle Beach Convention Center (10 a.m.)
- Georgetown Food, Beer & Wine Festival @ Front St., Georgetown (11 a.m.)
- Johnny & The Flipside @ Key West Crazy Seafood (6 p.m.)
- Pops In The Park @ NMB Park & Sports Complex (7 p.m.)
Sunday:
- 24 Seven Dance Convention @ Myrtle Beach Convention Center (All day)
- Sunday Worship & Bike Blessing Full Throttle Biker Church @ Jamin' Leather (9 a.m.)
- XCON World Comic-Con experience @ Myrtle Beach Convention Center (11 a.m.)
- Sunday Funday featuring Paul Grimshaw Band @ Sundown Restaurant & Pub (2 p.m.)
- Ukranian Sunday @ Tidal Creek Brewhouse (3 p.m.)
- Blues Traveler @ Carolina Opry (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Officials with S.C.U.T.E. are asking beachgoers in Garden City to give loggerhead sea turtle nests a wide berth after what was believed to be a false crawl ended up resulting in the discovery of three active loggerhead nests. (wpde.com)
- Beginning June 2, the new Illumination Park at The Hangout Restaurant, Broadway at the Beach, will premiere. The curated art experience is free, and will display world-class artwork. (wpde.com)
- The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: A kitten was seen running around the parking lot of NMB Aquatic & Fitness Center earlier this week. After evading an officer and becoming trapped up under a car, the HSNMB team headed over to help rescue the feline who is currently too young to be adopted. (Facebook)
- A former Horry County fire District Chief will be the new Fire Chief in Georgetown County starting on May 31. Chief Jim Falkenhagen has over 30 years of fire and EMS service. (WCBD News 2)
- North Myrtle Beach, SC: Want to know the best kid-friendly dining in North Myrtle Beach? 🍦 Check out out this list compiled by Explore North Myrtle Beach. 🍽️ (Instagram)
- Reader and good friend Marie S. gave me a heads' up on the status of the Barefoot Swing Bridge. The motor and gear box have apparently been repaired and installed. Testing will be conducted over the next few days, and if all goes according to plan, the bridge should resume normal operations on Monday, May 23.
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That's it for Saturday, everybody. I'll see you Sunday with another 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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