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U.S. House Expected to Vote Next Week on Permanent Daylight Saving Time

July 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Federal measure to end nationwide clock-changing expected to reach the floor as early as next week; North Carolina and South Carolina remain positioned to shift to permanent DST. Raleigh, NC —The U.S. House of Representatives […]

Brunswick Commissioners Advance Stormwater Study, Update Water Shortage Plan

July 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Board approves feasibility contract and explores reuse water options to conserve treated supply Bolivia, NC — The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners met Monday, July 6, at 3:00 p.m., approving several measures focused on water […]

Horry County Escalates to Extreme Drought (D3); Regional Conservation Urged

July 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor data confirms a significant intensification of drought conditions across the coastal plain, with Horry County now falling under the D3 “Extreme Drought” classification. Horry County, SC — Horry County has […]

Myrtle Beach Planning Commission Proposes 150-Person Occupancy Limit for Ocean Blvd. Bars

July 9, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

City officials aim to curb density and public safety concerns along the tourist corridor By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer MYRTLE BEACH, SC — The City of Myrtle Beach Planning Commission revisited a proposal on […]

(Update) Bolton Opens 2026 Community Development Block Grant Application Window

July 9, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Update: Chip Bartlett will be available to assist residents with the application process on Tuesday, July 14, at the Bolton Town Hall, 221 9th Street, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This grant is limited […]

Federal Drought Ratings Shift Again, Pushing Southeastern NC Into Higher Risk

July 9, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

The July 9 update marks one of the summer’s steepest deteriorations as heat and limited rainfall drive worsening drought conditions. The newest U.S. Drought Monitor update shows a significant deterioration in drought conditions across southeastern North […]

Horry County Set to Launch Phase One of Garden City Streetscape Project

July 9, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Multi-phase infrastructure effort to break ground this September, focusing on drainage, underground utilities, and community amenities. GARDEN CITY, SC — Residents and visitors will soon see significant changes to the coastal landscape as Horry County prepares […]