🌱Dune Walkover Ready For Summer +Fingerprints Left Behind Help Police

Hello, friends! It's Friday in Myrtle Beach and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in our community today. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• Where will they go?
• American Idol singer?
• Dune walkover ready for summer!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 72 Low: 67.

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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. Residents of Heatherstone II Condominiums in Myrtle Beach are having anxiety. The cause is the condo association's upcoming construction projects which are forcing residents to find an alternative place to live for four to six weeks. The project includes new walkways, support beams and stairs. The exact timeline for the project has not been solidified yet, which is leaving residents in flux about finding someplace else to live during the construction period. (wpde.com)
2. Making a name for herself, Conway resident and singer Mariah Faith auditioned on American Idol. Find out if she received the coveted golden ticket and if she is going to Hollywood! (wpde.com)
3. Surfside Beach pier is approximately 90 percent complete. Construction crews are in the process of demobilizing the temporary pier. According to WBTW, "Interim Town Administrator Rob Clemons said an opening date for the pier is still unknown and work continues on the fire suppression system."(WBTW)
4. Fingerprints on a bottle left behind by an alleged Myrtle Beach armed robbery suspect helped police. According to WBTW, Andre Josiah Long, 20, of Conway, was arrested and charged with armed robbery, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, possession of firearms and ammunition, and unlawful carrying of a pistol. The robbery at a store on 3rd Avenue South was captured on surveillance video, according to the warrants." Long had grabbed a drink and waited in line before allegedly committing the robbery. He left behind the bottle with his fingerprints on it. (WBTW)
5. Summer is approaching quickly and residents and visitors will be happy to know that the Myrtle Beach dune walkover is now officially open for public use. The walkover was completed by the Myrtle Beach Public Works team and it looks fantastic! (wpde.com)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Charles Bach Wonders! Magic & Illusion Show (7:00 PM)
• Time Warp (7:00 PM)
• Comedy Hypnosis Hour (9:15 PM)

Myrtle Beach Photo Of The Day:

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From my notebook:

• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Katniss is a young and adorable cat with the softest fur you’ll ever feel. With her big round eyes and playful personality, Katniss is sure to steal your heart! Katniss is curious and adventurous, always looking for attention and some action! Her charming antics are to put a smile on anyone’s face! Her softness, friendliness, and playful spirit make her a joy to be around, and anyone who meets her will instantly fall in love. To meet Katniss, please call 843-249-4948 to schedule an appointment, or you can submit an application at https://humanesocietynmb.org/cat-adoption-form/" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Where else are you going to see Splash riding a Triceratops? Dinosaur Night with Ed's Dinosaurs Live returns to the ballpark on Friday, April 7!" (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• North Myrtle Beach, SC: "Grab a cup and check out our blog for the best coffee spots in NMB. Link in bio. " (North Myrtle Beach, SC via Instagram)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "We have three cats in out care that need sponsors by this week. What does a sponsor do? It's simple! You sponsor a cat for $50, which helps to cover the cost of food, litter and preventative care while the cat is in our care and until the pet finds a loving home. You get all the feels from knowing that YOU helped to save a life! Sponsor a pet here: https://humanesocietynmb.org/sponsor-a-pet/" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Karena Garrity

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