Tanger Robbery + You've Got Mailboxes + Helicopter Injunction

Myrtle Beach SC

03 August, 2021

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Hey, people of the Grand Strand! Kathy Mandell here with a fresh copy of the Myrtle Beach Daily. Today is Wednesday, August 4, 2021 and I'll tell you about these top stories: an armed robbery resulted in a shelter in place order for CCU, DHEC released sobering COVID-19 numbers, a pedestrian was killed on Kings Highway, Longs residents get new mailboxes, and a popular helicopter ride company may have to move its operation. First, how about a glance at today's weather: Occasional rain showers continue. High: 80 Low: 70. Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today: An armed robbery at Tanger Outlets on Factory Stores Boulevard caused authorities to issue a brief shelter in place order at nearby Coastal Carolina University on Monday evening. Police pulled over the robbers as they were getting away in a reportedly stolen car. Then, the suspects exited the car and fled on foot. Two juvenile suspects were taken into custody, and four remaining suspects are still wanted. (WMBF) South Carolina DHEC released new daily COVID-19 case numbers Tuesday, showing 1,651 new cases statewide. Horry County continues to be a hotspot with 171 new confirmed cases, flagging the county as second in the state for highest new case numbers. 94% of Horry County's hospital beds are occupied. (WBTW) Police in Myrtle Beach are investigating a deadly pedestrian crash that happened on Kings Highway Monday night. The incident happened at 70th Avenue North, and a Pennsylvania woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The roadways were closed while police investigated. (WMBF) Over a month after a 2-alarm fire destroyed the Longs post office, residents can finally pick up their mail at the location instead of driving to North Myrtle Beach. An air-conditioned truck for customer service, and some temporary mailboxes have been set up at the facility. The driveway to the building is now open. (WPDE) The popular Myrtle Beach attraction, Helicopter Adventures located on 21st Avenue North, may have to move by 2024, after the county filed an injunction against the business and landowners Burroughs and Chapin. The injunction stems from residents complaining about the noise from take-offs and fly-overs of the choppers, and cites a 2016 ordinance that requires the aircraft to use heliports or helipads at public-use airports only. (Charleston Post Courier) Today's Myrtle Beach Daily is brought to you by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Myrtle Beach MBACC Health Care Heroes Appreciation Breakfast at Conway Medical Center (6:45 AM)Crafter's Cove for Kids Surfside Beach (9:00 AM)WPDE ABC15 News and American Red Cross blood drive at Coastal Grand Mall (11:00 AM)Ukulele Jam at Socastee Library (4:30 PM)Never2Late at Snooky's in Little River (5:30 PM)Mark McKinney Duo at Filet's Restaurant (6:00 PM)Potatoheads live at Local On The Water (7:00 PM) Myrtle Beach Patch Notebook Myrtle Beach police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred Tuesday afternoon at Dunkin Donuts on North Kings Highway at 30th Ave. (WBTW)Spirit Airlines cancelled more flights on Tuesday out of Myrtle Beach Airport, leaving more passengers stranded. (WMBF)Flash flooding caused dangerous road conditions along the Grand Strand on Tuesday afternoon during heavy, widespread rain. (WPDE)No more "camping" in the left lane South Carolina! Starting August 15th, the "slowpoke" bill goes into effect. That means slow drivers need to stay in the right lane. (WPDE)More than 200 sea turtle nests have been seen in Horry and Georgetown Counties. Folks are reminded to avoid the nests. The turtles and their nests are protected by federal and state laws.(WBTW)Conway City Council has been asked by concerned residents to reconsider demolition of the old Whittemore School because there was hope the vacant building would serve as a community center. (WBTW)Doctors are suggesting kids get check-ups before heading back to school. Lots of routine medical visits were skipped last year, physicians say. (WMBF)Conway Police Department is working to break the stigma surrounding mental health treatment for law enforcement officers. (WBTW)Myrtle Beach Police Department: Golf carts CANNOT be driven at night! (Facebook)Rep. Tom Rice held a symposium in Conway to combat the opioid crisis. (wpde.com)Check out this week's adoptable pets of the week in the Grand Strand area: (Patch) The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: Today's featured Pet Of The Day is Buddy! His adoption fee is being sponsored today by Murray Law Offices. (Facebook) House of Blues Myrtle Beach: JUST ANNOUNCED: WKZQ Presents Papa Roach at House of Blues Myrtle Beach Friday 9/24! Tickets on sale Friday 8/6 at 10 am. (Facebook) MyrtleBeach.com: Less stress, more fun! Rockin' Jump is the perfect place to bring the whole family. (Instagram) Horry County Schools: Get an inside look at New Teacher Academy! (Facebook)DHEC says traditional COVID-19 tests show a positive or negative result, but not which strand or variant appears. A new type of genetic test on samples is changing that. (WMBF) North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue: SAVE THE DATES!! Thursday August 5th and Saturday August 7th we will be holding Car Seat Safety Checkup Events. (Facebook) Palmetto Animal Hospital: Panting is a typical doggie behavior, but you may wonder why it occurs or whether your pet's panting is excessive or unusual. (Facebook) Alrighty, you're all caught up for Wednesday! See you Thursday for more Myrtle Beach news. If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — 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. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Myrtle Beach Daily? I'm all ears. You can email me at [email protected].