🌱Summer Reading, 'Death On The Causeway' + Bike Week Big Success

Hello again, neighbors! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Myrtle Beach Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Today you'll learn about these stories and more...

• "Death on the Causeway" is out and ready for summer reading.
• Share your thoughts on the future of the region's road needs.
• Bike Week was a big success!

But first, today's weather: Times of clouds and sun. High: 76 Low: 59.

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Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Caleb Wygal, a Grand Strand native, has just put out his fourth novel in his Myrtle Beach Mystery series, the book is called "Death on the Causeway." According to WBTW, "With a lot of different people coming to the area, Wygal says Myrtle Beach is a melting pot where you can just draw inspiration from just about anyone you see. That inspiration has helped him write the first four books in in just two years. 'Death on the Causeway' is available now at Barnes and Noble, Books-A-Million and on Amazon." (WBTW)
2. In an effort to improve on time performance, Coast RTA has adjusted some routes in Horry and Georgetown counties. Click here for a list of the changes. (WMBF)
3. Share your thoughts on the future of the region's road needs at one of the upcoming public input forums being held across Myrtle Beach. Residents are being asked to attend and to share their thoughts on the issue so that the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Grand Strand Area Transportation Study can utilize the input along with survey results to update the Metropolitan Transportation Plan. To take the survey click here. For a full list of public forums dates, times and locations click here. (wpde.com)
4. Many Myrtle Beach businesses are reportedly calling a Bike Week a huge success. According to wbtw.com, "Leslye Beaver, the owner of the Beaver Bar in Murrells Inlet, said that while no rally will ever beat the ones 'back in the good ‘ole days,' this year’s event was among the best.
   Bill Barber, general manager at SBB in Murrells Inlet, agreed that Bike Week is huge for businesses in the area, saying it’s the second biggest 10-day period for income behind the July 4th holiday. Barber said this year’s event was tougher than some because of the weather but it was still a very busy time." (wbtw.com)

Today in Myrtle Beach:

• The Carolina Opry (7:00 PM)
• Charles Bach Wonders! Magic & Illusion Show (7:00 PM)
• Comedy Hypnosis Hour (9:15 PM)

Myrtle Beach Photo Of The Day:

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From my notebook:

• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Double the games, double the wins!" (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "The bond between humans and cats is a truly remarkable masterpiece, crafted with love, trust, and companionship. It's a connection that transcends words, painted with strokes of affection and dotted with moments of joy." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach International Airport: "There's a 100 percent chance you will experience immediate joy when you meet Disco at MYR. Trust us; we're the experts." (Myrtle Beach International Airport via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Police Department: "Have you been thinking about starting a career in law enforcement? Looking to move to a new area? Want to work at the beach? The Myrtle Beach Police Department is hiring!" (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! See you 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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