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🌱 What’s next after ethics officials target a North Myrtle Beach councilmember?

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • What’s next after ethics officials target a North Myrtle Beach councilmember?
  • How the Chiefs’ walk-off thriller still led to a series loss
  • Considering a North Myrtle Beach beach house? Know this flood risk first.

Also on today's calendar: Trigg Watson and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a nicely dressed man on a tricycle and a poorly dressed man on a bicycle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 78 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid with a few showers, temps: high: 73, low: 51.
  • Monday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Complaint against North Myrtle Beach councilmember cites campaign ethics violations (wpde.com) — A North Myrtle Beach city councilmember is accused of dozens of campaign ethics violations tied to missing and incomplete financial disclosure reports dating back to 2021. State ethics officials say there’s probable cause and have set a formal hearing for August 20, 2026, in Columbia, where the case will be reviewed and potential penalties considered.
   

2. Chiefs baseball team 1-2 in St. James series - North Myrtle Beach Times (nmbtimes.com) — North Myrtle Beach High’s Chiefs baseball team dropped a three-game region series 2-1 to St. James, despite an exciting walk-off win at The Hank. The detailed recap highlights key performances, late-inning rallies, and sets up their crucial closing region games against Myrtle Beach and Carolina Forest that local fans can still catch.
   

3. Buying a beach home: These Myrtle Beach area communities face high risk of flooding (myrtlebeachonline.com) — If you own or hope to buy in North Myrtle Beach, this piece explains why flood insurance costs are climbing and how new FEMA risk models could hit your wallet. It highlights local flooding history, projected 30‑year risks, and what rising premiums mean for coastal homeowners weighing whether they can afford to stay.
   

4. John McEnroe, Kurt Russell headline celebrities participating in the ONEflight pro-am (myhorrynews.com) — North Myrtle Beach native Vanna White will serve as tournament ambassador for the star-studded ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic Wednesday Pro-Am at The Dunes Golf and Beach Club on May 6. She’ll join headliners John McEnroe, Kurt Russell, and other celebrities ahead of the PGA Tour event running May 7–10.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This bluebird in the front is trying out his wings!
    It is amazing that they are almost ready to go at 16 days old for four of them and one at 15 days. I am thinking the smallest one that has some… (Nextdoor Barefoot Resort)
  • The bluebirds have settled in for the night.
    It looks like they’re having a slumber party. (Nextdoor Barefoot Resort)
  • Vacasa posted a job opening for Seasonal Housekeeper at Bay Watch - No Experience Required in North Myrtle Beach. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Baker / Finisher - Overnight in North Myrtle Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Myrtle Beach here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A tire. (Thank you Joan B. for sending it in!)
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