🌱Traffic Stop Leads To Arrest + Air Quality Issues Throughout MB

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• Officer arrests a shooting suspect at a traffic stop.
• Fight ends with gunshots.
• Small cities council created.

But first, today's weather:

A blend of sun and clouds. High: 79 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories in Myrtle Beach today:

1. A proactive traffic patrol by North Myrtle Beach police Officer Wallace led to an arrest of a shooting suspect and kidnapper. When Officer Wallace saw a white Jeep go through a red light she pulled it over. The female driver of the vehicle reportedly mouthed, "Help Me," to Wallace, who was able to get the passenger out of the car, cuffed and into the back of her cruiser. The passenger, who has been identified as Collins Bates, who allegedly had shot someone and then forced the driver of the Jeep to drive him away, was arrested. (WMBF)
2. A multi-person fight broke out just before 2 a.m. Wednesday in the parking lot near the restaurant and Comfort Suites in the area of Highway 17 - Hwy 501 interchange. The fight ended with gunshots Four people were taken into custody. According to WMBF, Myrtle Beach police said the investigation into the shooting is ongoing. (WMBF)
3. A Smart Cities Council has been created in the City of Myrtle Beach. It consists of 13 staff members from various departments. One of the things the council is hoping to develop is a “Myrtle Beach 101″ app to help answer questions. According to WMBF, "The goal of a smart city is to use advanced technology to help improve the quality of life and businesses. That could include smart trash cans."(WMBF)
4. An area air quality alert was issued Wednesday, as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to waft into the area. Fine smoke, haze and dust approached or exceeded unhealthy standards. The smoke was said to irritate the eyes and respiratory system, as well as aggravate or exacerbate chronic heart and lung diseases. Be careful out there today. (WMBF)

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From my notebook:

• Horry County Schools: "HCS is offering FREE Summer Meals to children 18 & younger. Meals will be served during the dates and times stated on our Nutrition Services website and must be eaten onsite." (Horry County Schools via Facebook)
• Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: "A landmark in Myrtle Beach and voted #1 for nearly 40 years, don't miss the opportunity to see a show at The Carolina Opry Theater. Their mega-talented cast is a blend of stars you have seen on America's Got Talent and The Voice, top musicians that tour with celebrities, and undiscovered local talent that is out of this world." (Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina via Facebook)
• Myrtle Beach Pelicans: "Fifth win in a row for the Pelicans! Birds take the series opening game in Augusta. Felix Stevens hit a solo home run and Moises Ballesteros went yard on a three-run homer." (Myrtle Beach Pelicans via Facebook)
• The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach: "Today’s featured #PetOfTheDay is Peggy Sue! Her adoption fee is being sponsored today by Lisa Bernadyn from Plantation Realty Group. Peggy Sue is a boisterous coonhound with a heart of gold! To meet Peggy Sue, please call 843-249-4948 to schedule an appointment." (The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach via Facebook)

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