🌱Great Horned Owl Saved + Valentine's Day Portrait Of Your Pet!

Hello, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Myrtle Beach Daily. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, we have these stories and more...

• Injured owl saved by a good samaritan.
• Parking rates are on the rise.
• Get a portrait of your pet!

But first, today's weather:

Morning rain; mostly cloudy. High: 63 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Thanks to the quick thinking of a good Samaritan, an injured, wild, Great Horned Owl got the help it needed. The owl reportedly suffered from an injured wing when it was found in the road. The good Samaritan scooped it up and brought it to the Barefoot Resort firehouse Saturday night. "According to wpde.com, "crews contacted Carolina Wildlife Rehab who sent a team member to check out the owl." The owl is currently at a rehab facility where it will stay until it is well enough to be released back out into the wild! (wpde.com)
2. Parking rates are on the rise in several sites along the Grand Strand and the paid parking season is coming soon. Residents should know that in North Myrtle Beach a resolution has been approved increasing costs inside the city to rise to $3 an hour during paid parking hours, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. For all vehicle registration or golf cart decal-related questions, call 843-663-8650 or email parking@nmb.us.(wpde.com)
3. Do you LOVE your pet? Why not get a special photo of your furry friend taken during the “My Furry Valentine” Portrait Day, which will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at New Town Bark Park located at 200 Collins Street. Sponsored by the City of Myrtle Beach's Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism Department, the event promises to be "pawsome." For additional information, call 843-918-1185. (ABC NEWS 4)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

Day Kelly @ Crepe Creation Cafe (6 - 9 PM)

Steve & Susie @ Martini Classic Food (5-9 PM)

Myrtle Beach Photo Of The Day:

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From my notebook:

• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Polar Plunge 2023 and MBPD was "Freezing for a Reason." This year we raised over $18,000 for the Special Olympics." (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
• Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: "The Moveable Feast with Relish episode at The Beach features chef Heidi Vukov of Hook & Barrel and chef Adam Kirby of Bistro 217 as they create a hearty meal that with all the best Grand Strand cuisine. " (Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Stray intakes 01-28-23. 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)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Join us in welcoming our new Animal Control Officer, Michael Johnson. Officer Johnson has a stellar reputation in the department and community. We are excited about working with him as we continue to serve both the pets and people in our community." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Always double check the food you feed your pet is safe!" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow 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 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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