🌱More Training For Grand Strand Police Officers + Eaglemania Sunday

Hello all. It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Myrtle Beach Patch newsletter — here to explain all the most important things happening in town these days. Today you'll find news about:

• Grand Strand police officers received training for invisible disabilities.
• The more milkshakes the better!
• Volunteer! You are needed!

But first, today's weather:

Cooler; a little morning rain. High: 62 Low: 45.

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Here are the top four stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Police departments from all over the Grand Strand came together this week to learn about people suffering from invisible disabilities, autism and special needs and how to properly interact with them during an incident. The training, termed Crisis Intervention Training, utilized videos, pictures and presentations to teach behaviors and characteristics police officers might see when dealing with someone with invisible disabilities. Through the 35-hour training session the officers were able to see life from the perspective of someone with autism. They were also quizzed on how to handle the situation being shown to them to better prepare them when they are out in the field. (wpde.com)
2. Milkshake lovers take note! The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar & Ice Cream Shop opened a new location yesterday located at 2461 Coastal Grand Circle near Coastal Grand Mall, which was the former Sticky Fingers building. Stop by to satisfy your sweet tooth this weekend! (wpde.com)
3. Would you like to volunteer for a good cause? Volunteers are needed for the "Race for the Inlet - Bunny Run Edition.” The family-friendly 5k fun run is happening on April 8 and will begin and end at Morse Park Landing in Murrells Inlet, right beside Hot Fish Club, located at 4939 US-17 BUS. Volunteers are needed to man the course and water stations, distribute t-shirts and help with packet pick-up the day before the race. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit Murrells Inlet 2020. If you're interested in volunteering, click here. Hope to see you there! (wpde.com)
4. Don't miss Eaglemania this weekend! The world’s greatest Eagles tribute band is back by popular demand at The Carolina Opry Theater on Sunday, Mar 19 at 7 p.m. with their stunning five-part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. Enjoy the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select solo favorites by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. If you like the Eagles don’t miss this experience. Tickets are on sale now. To buy tickets visit https://thecarolinaopry.com/event/eaglemania-march-2023/, call 800-843-6779, or visit the box office. (Patch.com

Today in Myrtle Beach:

• Breakfast with a Mermaid at Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach (8:00 AM)
• Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Fair (9:00 AM)
• 2nd Annual Kite Festival (11:00 AM)
• The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Just released‼️ A brand new hat will be available for in-person purchase exclusively at the Ticket Kick-Off Party TONIGHT (3/16) from 4 PM - 7 PM! The City Collection Pelicans hat comes in a fitted and flex-fit version and will be available online for purchase on Friday, March 17 beginning at 10 AM et at pelicans.milbstore.com. An adjustable version will also be available at a later date. (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Last week, 29 Officers, including 20 from MBPD, successfully graduated from Law Enforcement Bicycle Association (LEBA) Police Bicycle School at our Warren S. Gall Police Annex. " (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
• South Carolina Aquarium: "Gopher tortoise sure do love a hefty salad! Learn what goes into these jam-packed, nutrition-heavy meals that give our gopher tortoises the energy they need each and every day. " (South Carolina Aquarium via Instagram)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Today's featured #PetOfTheDay is Bunco! His adoption fee is being sponsored today by Bully's Pub. Bunco is a shy boy with an inner puppy looking to break free! We don't know what made Bunco so timid, but with love and extra attention, Bunco will be a lovable and exciting pup! Bunco has a playful side to him and loves to run around, and he's sure to spend his days playing with someone who's willing to give him the extra time to become comfortable being a real dog. To meet Bunco, please call 843-249-4948 to schedule an appointment, or you can submit an application at https://humanesocietynmb.org/dog-adoption-form/ " (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue: "Per SCDOT: The Little River Swing Bridge on Sea Mountain Hwy will remain closed to vehicle traffic until Monday while repairs are being made. Limited openings to waterway traffic at scheduled times during the weekend." (North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for 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 my 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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