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State Seeks Input on Multi-Million Dollar Flood Strategy for Lumber River Basin

July 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer WHITEVILLE, NC — As the state moves to lock in its long-term flood mitigation strategy, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is turning to residents of the […]

Armadillos Now Established Across Brunswick, Columbus, and Horry Counties as Expansion Continues

July 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Wildlife officials confirm the species is now a permanent part of the eastern Carolinas, with residents reporting nighttime activity, lawn damage, and burrows across the tri‑county region. By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer SHALLOTTE, NC […]

Local Events and Outdoor Spaces Offer Family Activities Across Columbus County This Week

July 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer Columbus County residents will have several locally confirmed opportunities for community activities this week, including live music, markets and family‑friendly outdoor spaces. Open Air Market July 16 from 4:00 […]

Myrtle Beach Duck Festival Set for July 25 at The Market Common

July 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Family activities, live music, food vendors and a large‑scale duck race planned MYRTLE BEACH, SC — The City of Myrtle Beach is inviting families to spend the day at the annual Myrtle Beach Duck Festival, set […]

Tobacco Heritage Day Returns to the L.W. Paul Living History Farm on August 1

July 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Conway, SC — The L.W. Paul Living History Farm will host its Annual Tobacco Heritage Day on Saturday, August 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon, offering visitors a look at one of Horry County’s […]

Quarry Road Fire Enters “Mop Up” Phase as Containment Hits 50%

July 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

With the threat to homes resolved and evacuations lifted, crews focus on extinguishing stubborn hot spots following weekend rainfall. SHALLOTTE, NC — The North Carolina Forest Service confirmed Sunday that the Quarry Road Fire is […]

Alligator Relocated from Sunset Beach Sea Trail Golf Resort

July 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Officer safely relocates young gator found at the convention center; officials remind the public that feeding wildlife creates dangerous habits SUNSET BEACH, NC — An unexpected visitor caused quite a stir at the Sea Trail Golf […]

Sunset Beach Crews use Backhoe to Fill Hazardous Hole Left on Strand

July 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Town officials remind visitors to follow digging rules after an oversized hole required heavy equipment to safely fill in SUNSET BEACH, NC — Sunset Beach officials remind visitors to follow local digging rules after crews […]

(UPDATE) Eight SC National Guard Pilots Grounded After July 4 Flyover

July 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

UPDATE: All eight Apache pilots were fully reinstated on July 9, 2024 following a review that officials described as routine and non‑punitive. South Carolina — Eight pilots from the South Carolina Army National Guard’s Alpha Company […]

(UPDATE) 300 Acre Active Wild Fires and Traffic Closures

July 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

UPDATE: Friday July 10 at approximately 10:00 p.m. the Old Georgetown Road / Hale Swamp Road wild fire is 300 acres and 60% contained. Shallotte, NC — Civietown Fire & Rescue and emergency crews are […]