🌱Horry County Fire Rescue Reached 1 Million Calls + Recycle Trees!

Hello and happy Tuesday! I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening locally. In today's issue, you'll find these stories and more...

• The Horry County Fire Rescue has reached a major milestone — one million calls!
• Are you looking for a new job in the new year?
• Getting rid of your Christmas tree is easy! Recycle!

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Here are the top stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. The Horry County Fire Rescue has reached a major milestone — one million calls! According to wpde.com, "Horry County Fire Rescue reached a record number of calls in 2022 with one million since 2001. A medical call in the Myrtle Beach area Saturday was number 76,925 and marks 210 calls per day on average, more than 2021's record call volume total of 74,857, according to a release. "2022 was our busiest year to date, but we're never typically too caught up in the 'then' and 'now,' but always planning for what's next," Horry County Fire Rescue said. "HCFR thrives on our mission to be Committed to Excellence, and for more progress and improvement ahead!" (wpde.com)
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 throughout Myrtle Beach. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we've got you covered. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter put together a roundup of the latest local jobs listed in the region. Here are some of the top jobs currently available in Myrtle Beach and across greater South Carolina. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
3. According to wpde.com, "residents may have seen a large police presence in Surfside Beach Sunday as officers responded to a domestic assault situation. The Surfside Beach Police Dept. said it responded to the area of Ocean Boulevard at 7th Avenue South for the incident involving weapons. Police added a suspect was taken into custody nearby after fleeing the scene and an injured person was cared for by EMS. There is no ongoing danger to the community. The Horry County Police Dept. also assisted." (wpde.com)
4. Myrtle Beach Mayor Brenda Bethune shares her goals for 2023. According to WMBF, "there are a few key things on Bethune’s list of goals, but she said sprucing up the downtown area takes the top spot. “We have to have a great downtown. That’s vital for the future of this community. To bring younger people in, to bring business and to bring the right people that we want to live, work and invest here,” said Bethune. Bethune said she’s looking forward to making the Arts and Innovations District the best it can be and she’s especially looking forward to the new performing arts center." (WMBF)
5. Are you wondering what to do with your Christmas tree now that the holiday is over? According to WBTW, "real Christmas trees are recyclable and should be disposed of properly. That’s where the city of Myrtle Beach and the Horry County Solid Waste Authority can help.
   For more than 20 years, ‘Grinding of the Greens’ has been giving Grand Strand residents an easy way to recycle their Christmas trees and give back to the community. All you have to do is leave your tree on the curb outside your home and a crew will pick it up. “Crews will take it to the transfer station and eventually we’ll have a huge pile of Christmas trees, and they’ll turn that into mulch,” city spokesperson Meredith Denari said. The city will be picking up trees through Jan. 29. Anyone living in Myrtle Beach, Aynor, Conway, Loris and Surfside Beach can participate." (WBTW)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

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From my notebook:

• Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: "Happy New Year from The Beach! Here's to another year of wonderful memories in Myrtle Beach." (Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Thank you to everyone (volunteers, fosters, donors, businesses, etc.) who supported our organization in 2022! We look forward to continuing to work together in 2023 to help more animals in need!" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "**Bo has been found** Bo, an 11-year-old neutered male, has been missing from near the Pawleys Pier since 12-31-22. Bo does have a microchip. If you have any information about Bo please call Lisa at (864) 517-4889 or (864) 517-6144. *Rep..." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Today’s featured #PetOfTheDay is Peppermint! Her adoption fee is being sponsored today by Elliott Beach Rentals. This 3-year-old tabby was recently surrendered to us due to unforeseen financial difficulties that fell upon the owner. " (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K: "Thanks to all who joined us for our NS Promos group run!! We collected a lot of blankets for the @grandstrandhumanesociety! #runmyrtlebeach #nspromos #humanesociety #community" (Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K via Instagram)
• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Is 2023 your year? Are you looking to make a move or career change? Are you on the fence and looking for more information? The Chamber of Commerce offers a Cost of Living calculator to help you decide! Join us at MBPD in 2023!" (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
• South Carolina Artists: "New 2023 Color Wall celebrates with pantone visit SouthCarolinaArtists.com for more information. SCA explores color. Many enter, not all were selected." (South Carolina Artists via Instagram)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday. I'll see you back 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 small-town 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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