🌱Bridal Expo Is Today + Orange Lobster Named Cheddar

Hello again, friends! It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, we have these stories and more:

• Bridal Expo today!
• Check out Cheddar the orange lobster.
• Officer Johnson is the new animal control officer in North Myrtle Beach.

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds. High: 61 Low: 54.

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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Why not head over to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center today where the Grand Strand Bridal Expo will be in full swing from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is $18 at the door. Get ready for some stateof the art production elements, as well as a fresh new push into an exciting time for the Grand Strand wedding industry. The event is being sponsored by Stunning and Brilliant Events, Global Truth Entertainment, Lemon or Lime Bar, RSG Event Design and EventWorks. Hope to see you there! (Myrtle Beach Convention Center via Facebook)
2. Have you ever seen an orange lobster? Well, now you can! Cheddar the lobster is now on display at Ripley's Aquarium. According to WMBF, "Cheddar is a one-in-30-million crustacean. [It was] rescued from a shipment to Red Lobster in Florida." Check out its new home this weekend! (WMBF)
3. Work on Surfside Beach pier, which was destroyed in 2016 by hurricane Mathew, is expected to be completed in mid-April. However, the date the pier will be ready for public use is still undetermined. (WBTW)
4. Kevin Polich, a former North Myrtle Beach, firefighter has reportedly been charged with the criminal solicitation of a minor as well as first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. He was reportedly booked into the Greenville County Detention Center Thursday. (WMBF)
5. North Myrtle Beach Police congratulate Master Patrol Officer Michael Johnson on his transition from patrol officer to the new regulatory officer position. Officer Johnson will now be working in the Community Services Division within the police department serving as the new animal control officer along with implementing new programs and working closely within the division on educating our community. Congratulations Officer Johnson! (North Myrtle Beach Police via Facebook)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Stayin Alive: Bee Gees Tribute - The Carolina Opry (6:00 PM)

Myrtle Beach Photo Of The Day:

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From my notebook:

• MyrtleBeach.com: "Who is your favorite person to watch the sunrise with? Tag them below @backroadsphoto_by_fish" (MyrtleBeach.com via Instagram)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Stray intake 01-27-23. Please remember these animals are not up for adoption yet. The purpose of these posts are to reunite lost pets with their owners. Animals will be held for five days to allow an owner time to reclaim them." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• House of Blues Myrtle Beach: "Dylan Scott will be here on March 30! Tickets available now https://livemu.sc/3kPkC0R." (House of Blues Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• House of Blues Myrtle Beach: "Alestorm is taking over the House of Blues Myrtle Beach on Sat. May 6! Get your tickets today: Link in our bio." (House of Blues Myrtle Beach via Instagram)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Sunday off right! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Karena Garrity

About me: Journalism is in my veins. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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