🌱 Teacher Gap Bridged With Recent Graduates + Home Show This Weekend

Hi all! Karena Garrity here with your Wednesday edition of the Myrtle Beach Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally. In this issue, you'll find...

• Helping to bridge the teacher gap.
• Still dealing with flooding.
• Home Improvement Outdoor Living show.

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And now, today's weather: Humid with a heavy t-storm. High: 84 Low: 70.

Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. Coastal Carolina University graduates are helping to bridge the teacher gap in the area. According to WMBF, "Horry County Schools welcomed around 350 new teachers this year, and the district said nearly 100 of them just graduated from Coastal Carolina University." (WMBF)
2. Even though storm Idalia is over, the aftermath of flooding isn't for many Horry County residents. Flooding in the area is still a problem affecting everyday life as well as school bus stops and area patrols. According to wpde.com, " It’s been nearly two weeks since Tropical Storm Idalia hit South Carolina. In Horry County, some communities that are along the Waccamaw River are still dealing with the impacts." (wpde.com)
3. The Home Improvement and Outdoor Living Show will take place this weekend, Sept. 15, 16, and 17, at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. There will be lots to see and do including a specialty market, art show and sale, demonstrations, workshops and seminars. Admission is $5. Kids under 16 are free. Hope to see you there! (Fall Show)

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Today in Myrtle Beach:

Wednesday, September 13

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

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From my notebook:

• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Birds head south for the postseason. The playoffs will begin on the road in Charleston, South Carolina." (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Stray intake 09-11-23. Male found on Bells Lake Cir NMB. He appears to have recently been neutered. Please remember these animals are not up for adoption yet. The purpose of these posts are to reunite lost pets with their owners." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Bunco is a sweet and gentle soul who is seeking a patient and compassionate human companion to help him come out of his shell. Bunco is a handsome dog with a heart full of untapped love, waiting for the perfect person to help him bloom." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Join us at Barefoot Landing on Saturday. Sept. 16 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. for SeptemberFest! We'll have dogs available for adoption, and the adoption fees are being sponsored by Best Friends Animal Society!" (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with 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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