🌱Gas Prices Are Up Again + Green Light To Transform Church Into Bar

Hello all. It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today, including:

• Fire broke out at local dueling piano bar.
• Looking for a job?
• From church to 1920s themed bar and entertainment spot.

But first, today's weather:

Warm with clouds and sun. High: 80 Low: 45.

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Here are the top four stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. A fire broke out early Monday morning at the dueling piano bar, Nola'z at 214 9th Avenue North in Myrtle Beach. Reportedly, no one was injured in the fire and crews were quickly able to put it out. According to wpde.com, "the fire is currently under investigation.
2. If you’re looking for a new job or thinking about a career change, the best place to start looking for the perfect work fit is close to home in and around Myrtle Beach. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, opportunities are still out there. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter compile a list of the latest local jobs added in the region. Here are some of the top jobs currently available in Myrtle Beach and across greater South Carolina. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
3. First Presbyterian Church on North Kings Highway is a getting facelift on its interior. The Myrtle Beach City Council gave the green light to transform the former church into a 1920s themed bar and entertainment spot called ROAR. The new innards will include boutique bowling lanes, a dance floor, a balcony performance area for a live band, automated mini golf and pinball, numerous sports simulators, arcade games and a beer garden. Sounds like fun! The hope is to get started on construction sometime in August, with doors opening for business in April of 2024. (WMBF)
4. This week gas prices are up with a spike of almost 14 cents over the past week. According to GasBuddy, prices in Myrtle Beach are only 1 cent higher than a month ago and 79.3 cents lower than a year ago. The cheapest station in Myrtle Beach had gas priced at $2.79 on Sunday with the most expensive being $3.20. (WMBF)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

• The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)

Myrtle Beach Photo Of The Day:

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From my notebook:

• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Today’s featured #PetOfTheDay is Dora! Her adoption fee is being sponsored by Bully's Pub. Dora is ready to explore your heart! This adorable gal is made of only sugar! She’s sweeter than sweet tea and more refreshing! Call 843-249-4948" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Stray intakes 03-05-23. 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. Wild cat..." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K: "Medals aren't the only reason to run a race... but they are pretty cool! What are some of your favorite Run Myrtle Beach medals? Let us know, and sign up for your next Run MYB race: LINK IN BIO" (Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K via Instagram)
• South Carolina Artists: "New SCA exhibit! Featuring original works of art by Gina Benacchio, Amy Alley, Jeanee Bourque, Charles Hite, Brenda Gadow Clark, Abstract Alexandra, Yvonna Mills, Willie Clark jr, Laura Rohlfing and Caroline Davies." (South Carolina Artists via Instagram)
• North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue: "Watches and Warnings Do you know the difference between a National Weather Service Watches and Warnings for severe weather? These include Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado, and Flash Flood Watches and Warnings." (North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new 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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