🌱 Get Ready For A Hot Weekend + School Is Starting Soon

Hey, friends! It's Saturday in Myrtle Beach and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. In this issue, you'll learn about...

• It's going to be a hot one!
• The dinosaurs are coming.
• School is starting.

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Now, today's weather: Partly sunny and humid. High: 89 Low: 77.

Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Get ready for the heat! It's going to be a hot weekend with mostly dry conditions. According to WBTV, "Places away from the coast will see highs in the mid-90s. The heat index will climb as well, jumping to 104 degrees on Saturday and 108 to 113 degrees on Sunday. This forecast will [makes] for the hottest heat indices of the year so far." (WBTW)
2. August at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center means interactions with dinosaurs. Take a step back in history with Jurassic Quest a popular adventure that will be featuring several life-like animatronic period dinosaurs. The experience will be in town from Aug. 18 through 20. Hours vary for each day. Don't miss this unique event. (wpde.com)
3. Aug. 21 is just around the corner and it's the first day of school in Horry County. Teachers, students, parents and staff are all readying themselves for the end of the summer and the start of the 2023-24 school year. According to WMBF, "Waccamaw Elementary School principal Leslie Huggins said to help those first-day-of-school jitters, getting into a routine early helps, so kids and parents feel more prepared, whether that means new wake-up times or eating meals faster. 'Routine is definitely the key to survival through the school year,' said Huggins." (WMBF)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

Saturday, August 12

• Cookie Workshop — Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach (4:00 PM)
• The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)
• Charles Bach Wonders! Magic & Illusion Show (7:00 PM)
• Fin & Tonic – Pirate Edition — Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach (8:00 PM)
• Comedy Hypnosis Hour (9:15 PM)

From my notebook:

• South Carolina Aquarium: " Limited entry times on Aug. 13. On Sunday, Aug. 13, we are participating in the City of Charleston’s First Day Festival by providing free admission to festival attendees." (South Carolina Aquarium via Instagram)
• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "The winning streak moves to four! Pelicans win the third game of the series. Brian Kalmer hits a two-run home run and Jonathon Long hits a solo home run in the victory." (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• North Myrtle Beach Police: "The phenomenal men and women of the North Myrtle Beach Police Department continue to shine as Det. Nathan Sansouci receives the North Myrtle Beach Optimus Club Officer of Year Award, presented by Sen. Greg Hembree!" (North Myrtle Beach Police via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "This handsome orange tabby is an observant and independent fella who's looking for a forever home to call his own. While he might not be a lap cat, he absolutely adores scratches and will gladly soak up all the affection you're willing to give. Toby's keen eyes miss nothing, making him the perfect companion for those who appreciate a cat that's always aware of their surroundings. To meet Toby, 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)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!

— Karena Garrity

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