🌱 Suspicious Item Near Futrell Park + HSNMB Offers Free Adoptions

Hi, everybody! I'm back in your inbox on this Tuesday morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in Myrtle Beach these days. Today is August 16, 2022. Let's do it...

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Let's take a peek at Tuesday's weather:

Partly sunny, a stray t-storm. High: 81 Low: 72. Ocean temperature: 81.1 degrees.

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Here are the top four stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Late Monday afternoon, Myrtle Beach Police responded to a call to investigate a 'suspicious item' near Futrell Park. MBPD responded to a residence on Futrell Drive and stayed on-scene while the investigation proceeded. They eventually cleared the area. People affected were moved to a safe zone and MBPD says the area is now safe. There are no details as to what the suspicious item may have been. (WMBF) (WBTW) (wpde.com)
2. Also on Monday afternoon, Myrtle Beach Fire Department says a woman encountered "some type of marine life" in the ocean near 75th Avenue in Myrtle Beach. Witnesses say a woman was bitten on the arm and came out of the water on her own. Ocean rescue assisted the woman and brought her somewhere away from the beach. There are no additional details. (wpde.com)
3. Horry County Schools' first day of classes resembled the most normal first day of school in two years. All students and teachers are doing in-person learning because the county is no longer offering online learning. Masks are no longer required and meals are being taken in the cafeteria. Plexiglass dividers in classrooms were taken down allowing students to sit close to each other again. Teachers and staff welcomed students and are excited to educate Horry County's youngsters by providing an engaging learning experience. WMBF)
4. Several local businesses stepped up to sponsor pet adoptions through North Myrtle Beach Humane Society from now through the end of August. NMBHS announced on Monday that Anderson Brothers Bank, Plantation Realty Group, Elliott Coastal Living, Atlantic Heating & Cooling and Murray Law Offices are covering all adoption fees for the rest of the month in a "clear the shelter" campaign. Now is the time to adopt a furry family member — for free — and help the overcrowded shelter in the process. (WMBF) (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)

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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:

Cheryl Mathieu took this incredible sunrise photo this past Saturday in Sago Plantation. Cheryl calls the picture "Five Star Sunrise". I couldn't agree more! Thanks for the 5-star photo, Cheryl!

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Air Traffic Controllers Joint Symposium @ Myrtle Beach Convention Center (9 a.m.)
• Blood Drive @ Carolina Cool, 1294 Surfside Industrial Park (noon)
• Playground Playdates @ NMB Park & Sports Complex (3 p.m.)
• North Myrtle Beach Planning Commission meeting @ Council Chambers (5 p.m.)
• Beer and Burrito 5K Run/Walk @ Tidal Creek Brewhouse (6 p.m.)
• Calabash Summer Concert Series featuring The British Invaders Band @ 868 Persimmon Rd, Calabash (6:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• The staff of News13 shared their favorite personal back-to-school pictures from back in the day to kick off the start of school in Horry, Dillon and Marlboro counties. Do you recognize your favorite local news personality? (WBTW)
• Leadership Grand Strand has accepted 33 applicants to participate in its 43rd class. The program provides a leadership skills curriculum for business professionals and community members along with networking opportunities and professional development. The participants conduct 75 hours of community service with Habitat For Humanity, youth organizations, the City of Myrtle Beach and others. The press release also announced that Lachonda Moore is the recipient of this year's Bennie J. Swans Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Five class members will receive the William F. Pritchard Scholarship. (Press Release Desk)
• Searching for full- or part-time work in and around the Grand Strand? These local companies are looking for help. Check out the latest Myrtle Beach area job listings compiled by Patch and ZipRecruiter. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
• Looking for something to do on the South Strand on Saturdays for the fall? Brookgreen Gardens is launching a new 'Yoga in the Garden' experience. The Hatha yoga program will last one hour on Saturdays from September 3 through October 29. Classes are limited to 20 participants. More info is available on Brookgreen's website. (WBTW)
• House of Blues Myrtle Beach: JUST ANNOUNCED: Slippery When Wet – The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute band is coming to the House of Blues Myrtle Beach on Saturday, November 26! Get your tickets starting Wednesday at 10 a.m. (House of Blues Myrtle Beach via Instagram)
• Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon: Ms. Olive is showing off the 1st Place Doggie Dash Dog Bowl that will go to the WINNER of the Doggie Dash held on Saturday, October 15th! We will also hold the Coastal 5K on that Saturday to celebrate the start of the Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon.(Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll be back in your inbox Wednesday morning with another edition of the Myrtle Beach Daily. Thank you all so much for reading and following along — and especially for the great feedback we've been getting. You truly make my day!

— 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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