🌱Sea Turtle Nesting Season Has Begun + Dog, Bike Rules In Effect

Good morning, everybody! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Myrtle Beach Patch newsletter, full of all the community news you need to know right now. Including updates on:

• Dog and bicycle rules are in effect.
• It's sea turtle nesting season.
• Looking for a new home?

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Mostly sunny and windy. High: 73 Low: 53.

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Here are the top four stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. It's time for the rules to go into effect. This week, Myrtle Beach's seasonal rules regarding dogs and bicycles begin and will run through Labor Day. According to WMBF, "dogs will be allowed on the beach before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m. only. Dogs must be on a leash seven feet or shorter. Owners are also responsible for picking up and disposing of droppings. Service dogs are excluded, officials said. Bicycles will only be allowed on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. each day." (WMBF)
2. Sea turtle nesting season is upon us. Today is the first day of sea turtle nesting season in Myrtle Beach and throughout the state. The health and well-being of these little guys is taken very seriously here. City crews will be monitoring beaches and reporting any nests spotted. According to WMBF, "those nests will then be relocated to Myrtle Beach State Park for safekeeping and observation. The city also wants to remind residents and visitors that sea turtles are federally protected under the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Turtle Protection Act." (WMBF)
3. A fire broke out just after 6:30 p.m. on the 4000 block of Cross Cut Trail in Forestbrook. The blaze displaced four people from the residential structure. The American Red Cross of South Carolina is helping out. (wpde.com)
4. Whether you’re actively in the market for a new home or just curious about other properties nearby, you can start your search with five of the newest listings in Myrtle Beach featured below. Follow the address links below to see more photos of homes that spark your interest.
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From my notebook:

• North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue: "We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Retired Captain Pete Grzymalski. Our prayers are with his family and those who had the joy of working with him over the years." (North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Are you looking to start or grow your career in law enforcement? Want to gain experience you won't find anywhere else and work with some of South Carolina's finest police officers? Here's your opportunity! Apply Here Joinmbpd.com." (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Market Common: "Hello all. - My cat Star has recently gone missing. She is gray and fluffy and should have a green collar with a crescent moon name tag with my number and her name. If anyone sees her please contact me. Thank you." (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Karena Garrity

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