🌱 Man Arrested For Kidnapping And Assault + Free Pet Adoption Event

Hi all. I'm covering for your usual curator today with a new copy of the Myrtle Beach Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening locally.

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Now, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 90 Low: 76.

Here are the top three stories today in Myrtle Beach:

1. After a standoff lasting nearly five hours, a man was arrested in Myrtle Beach. The arrest was carried out by the U.S. Marshals and Myrtle Beach Police, who were serving a warrant for the man's charges of kidnapping and assault and battery by mob third-degree. The charges stem from an incident on June 6, where he and other suspects allegedly assaulted a female victim, as evidenced by a video obtained by authorities. (wpde.com)
2. From Friday through Sunday, drivers in Myrtle Beach can anticipate lane closures and detours on Mr. Joe White Avenue, as announced by the City of Myrtle Beach on social media. The closures, spanning from U.S. 17 to Frontage Road, will enable Myrtle Beach Public Works crews to replace sewer line valves. Eastbound traffic from U.S. 17 will be redirected to 21st Avenue North until Sunday morning, with the closure switching to westbound traffic afterward. Both daytime and nighttime work can be expected in the area during this period. (Myrtle Beach Sun News)
3. The Horry County Animal Care Center has initiated a program that will provide free pet adoptions with over 60 animals available, and an adoption event this Saturday at a local PetSmart location will take place. Operating six days a week, the center has reached full capacity due to intakes from legal cases by Horry County police. While they cannot accept owner surrenders or strays due to limited space, they aim to find families for the current shelter animals through free adoptions, potentially creating room for more animals to be taken in. (WBTW)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

Saturday, August 26

• Sensory Friendly - Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach (9:00 AM)
• The Carolina Opry - The Carolina Opry Theater (7:00 PM)
• Comedy Hypnosis Hour - Charles Bach Wonders Theatre (9:15 PM)

From my notebook:

• Unveil the hidden treasure of the Lowcountry in South Carolina - the Ace Basin! This vast wetland gem sparkles across Colleton, Charleston, and Beaufort counties, offering a paradise for bird lovers, turtle enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. (Discover South Carolina via Instagram)
• Get ready for a fun-filled weekend in Downtown Florence! Enjoy live music, yoga classes, fresh local treats at the City Center Farmers Market, basketball shoot-outs, and even a Trap Paint and Groove night. (Downtown Florence via Facebook)
• Get your dancing shoes ready for the upcoming Southern Soul Music Festival! Don't miss out on this fun event where you can groove to your favorite Southern Soul tunes all night long. (Florence Center via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.

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