🌱 Good News, Gas Prices Are Coming Down + The Divers Were Rescued

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• Gas prices going down.
• They were rescued!
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Now, today's weather: A gusty t-storm in the p.m. High: 92 Low: 77.

Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Good news, there is some relief at the pump this week for Myrtle Beach gas customers. The price of gas in the city has reportedly fallen 3.8 cents from last week's prices. According to WMBF, "[Gas prices] are averaging $3.50 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. This comes after two straight weeks of double-digit increases. As of Sunday, the cheapest gas in Myrtle Beach was priced at $3.35 per gallon, and the most expensive was $3.69 per gallon." (WMBF)
2. It was a joyous time Monday morning as the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy safely brought back four divers to shore. The four male divers had been missing since noon the day before. They were reportedly rescued thanks to an SOS strobe light. According to WMBF, "{The divers] were in a 'pleasure craft' called Big Bill’s. After the divers did not resurface, a multi-agency search was launched. Multiple helicopters and patrol boats were involved in the search. Early Monday morning, an official with the Coast Guard issued an update, saying around 12:45 a.m., the divers were spotted using a SOS strobe light." (WMBF)
3. With a goal of collecting and delivering 500 blankets to seniors in the community, Meals on Wheels of Horry County is partnering with 5 Star Home Care and Southern Urgent Care 2 organizations. For more information about donating, please click here. (WBTW)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

Tuesday, August 15

• Charles Bach Wonders! Magic & Illusion Show (4:00 PM)
• The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)
• Charles Bach Wonders! Magic & Illusion Show (7:00 PM)
• Comedy Hypnosis Hour (9:15 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Our deepest condolences are with the HCPD and with Bram’s handler, L/CPL Burke. Thank you, Bram, for your service to Horry County and keeping all who visit MYR safe." (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach International Airport: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sad passing of K9 Bram. Bram served the airport faithfully and was a beloved member of our team. Words cannot express how much he will truly be missed, and his service will forever be remembered." (Myrtle Beach International Airport via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Pelicans take five of six! Eligio Paredes grabs the win with three relief innings in his Pelicans debut and Jose Romero takes the save with five strikeouts across the final two innings." (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Today’s featured #PetOfTheDay is Rudy! His adoption fee is being sponsored today by Anderson Brothers Bank. Look no further than Rudy, the chunky boy with an even bigger personality! Rudy is the epitome of playfulness and goofiness, always finding a way to turn even the simplest toy into a grand adventure. To meet Rudy, 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)
• North Myrtle Beach Police: "Today we support the Horry County Police Department, specifically LCpl Burke who’s partner K9 Bram was laid to rest after a medical emergency. The partnership between a Police K9 and its handler is a bond like no other." (North Myrtle Beach Police via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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