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Beach Renourishment Complete in NMB Beach Renourishment is complete for the City of North Myrtle Beach. Crews are now wrapping up final touches, including tilling, smoothing, and the installation of sand fencing. While most areas of the beach show noticeable improvements, some sections already met the project’s design standards and therefore required less sand, making changes in those areas less visible. Overall, the City’s experience with the project has been very positive. We appreciate the continued partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the professionalism of the contractor throughout this effort.
Important Dates
Special Election Information
Meet the Assistant City Manager
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January 31 - February 22: Youth Spring Sports Open Registration February 7: Sweet Stroll February 10: Adult Craft Class at AFC February 12: ArtVentures February 14: Parents Night Out Glow Party at AFC
April 1: Get Out & Learn April 4: 44th Annual Easter Egg Hunt April 6 - 10: Spring Break Splash at AFC April 8: Safe Sitter Course at AFC April 8: Talkin’ Books April 9: Safe@Home Course at AFC April 11: 8th Annual Touch-a-Truck April 16: ArtVentures April 22: Spring Plant Swap
February 21: Macaroni Mania February 21: Family Formal
February 24: Special Election Day February 25: Girls Night Out at AFC February 28: 3rd Annual Leashes & Beaches March 4: Get Out & Learn March 5: Book, Puzzle, Game Swamp at AFC March 5 - May 14: First Strides NMB March 11: Talkin’ Books March 14: 36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival March 24-27: NMB Bus Tours
*To learn more about each event, click on the name of the event.
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UPCOMING DATES
Special Election Day - Polls Open 7 AM - 7 PM February 24
Regular City Council Public Meetings - 6 PM February 16, March 2, April 6, April 20
Planning Commission Public Meetings - 5 PM (Workshop Day Of Meeting - 9:15 AM) February 17, March 3, April 7, April 21
Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings - 5 PM February 12, March 12, April 9
YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor J.O. Baldwin Email: jobaldwin@nmb.us
Jeri McCumbee Windy Hill Email: jlmccumbee@nmb.us Trey Skidmore At-Large Email: rtskidmore@nmb.us Bubba Collins Ocean Drive Email: bccollins@nmb.us
Mayor Pro Tempore Hank Thomas At-Large Email: hathomas@nmb.us Vice Mayor Pro Tempore Fred Coyne Cherry Grove Email: jfcoyne@nmb.us
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Learn to swim at the Aquatic & Fitness Center this Summer! Our swimming lessons are focused on improving swimming performance water safety by offering a distinct and easy to follow pathway. Parent/Child (6 Months-3 Years) and Youth (6-12 Years): The next session is March 14 - April 25 (registration opens January 31). Pre-registration is required and can be done at the Front Desk of the Aquatic & Fitness Center.
Fees: Parent/Child AFC Members: $42 Parent/Child Non-Members: $50
Youth AFC Members: $52 Youth Non-Members: $62
Adults and Teens (14 Years and Up): The next session is March 14 - April 25 (registration opens January 31). Pre- registration is required and can be done at the Front Desk of the Aquatic & Fitness Center.
Fees: AFC Memebrs: $52 Non-Members: $62
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Join your hosts, Lauren Jessie and Desirae Gostlin, as they talk public safety, special events, council decisions, and so much more! Find the City’s podcast, Beachside Briefings , everywhere you get your podcasts and the City’s website . Tune into the City’s Podcast!
Apply Today Are you looking for a seasonal or part- time job? The City of North Myrtle Beach is hiring, and we want you! To View Openings and Apply, Visit: www.NMB.us
Camp Summer Blast Make Summer unforgettable for your kids with Camp Summer Blast at the Aquatic & Fitness Center! Staff and Camp Counselors pack a ton of FUN into 10 themed weeks. Registration opens on Saturday, March 21. Learn more by visiting our website, or the Front Desk of the AFC.
SC Hands Free Law Reminder The warning period for the SC Hands Free Law ends on February 27. Citations begin on February 28. 1st Offense: $100 Fine 2nd and Subsequent Offenses: $200 Fine plus 2 points on your Driving Record This measure prohibits drivers from holding or supporting mobile devices while operating a motor vehicle on public roads.
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GREENWOOD MEET TARA
The City of North Myrtle Beach is pleased to welcome our new Assistant City Manager, Tara Greenwood, who brings nearly two decades of experience in local government and a strong record of leadership, collaboration, and results.
Most recently, Tara served nine years with the City of West Columbia, where her last role was Assistant City Administrator of Development. Across her 19-year career in government, she has built deep expertise in project and financial management, grant writing and administration, municipal legislation, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
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Her professional background is complemented by extensive training and education, including a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration, Grant Writing and Grant Management USA Certification, ICMA University’s Leader as a Coach Certification, and completion of several leadership and public agency academies. In 2024, she was recognized as a Women of Influence award recipient, highlighting her impact and leadership within the profession. While in West Columbia, Tara was personally involved in numerous projects that contributed to the City earning the 2021 South Carolina Community Development Association Award of Excellence for the River District Redevelopment Project—a transformative effort that expanded parks and green space, improved public parking, enhanced connectivity, and elevated quality of life through projects such as Carraway Park, the Interactive Art Park, and new bike lane connections.
A Midlands native, she grew up spending summers in Windy Hill and has long had a connection to the North Myrtle Beach area. She and her husband, Eric, have two sons, Riley and Watson. She is known for thriving in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities, and fostering meaningful community engagement, partnerships, and transparency in government.
We are excited to have her leadership and experience supporting City Council, Staff, and the community as North Myrtle Beach continues to move forward.
“I believe our job every day is to make this City the best place to live, work, and play. It is a privilege to be part of such an amazing team with the City of North Myrtle Beach.”
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UPDATES: CITY PROJECTS
Fire Station 7 Construction on Fire Station 7 continues to move forward on schedule. The foundation has been poured, the walls are in place, and crews are now working on the roof. The contractor is scheduled to complete the project no later than December 2026.
Underground Utility Conversion Project The City’s underground utility conversion project along North Ocean Boulevard, from 29th Avenue North to 34th Avenue North, has moved into its next phase. The City’s electrical contractor is currently completing utility connections, followed by the removal of existing poles and overhead lines by Santee Cooper. Once this work is finished, the roadway will be paved. The project is anticipated to be completed in Fall 2026. Construction will take place within public road rights-of-way and designated permanent and temporary construction easements. As work progresses, motorists should anticipate lane closures and traffic detours along the project route. Water Transmission Line Project Phase I of the Water Transmission Line Project is expected to be completed by June 2026. Phase II will follow and will extend through the Town of Atlantic Beach, with completion anticipated by December 2026. Public Parking Work continues on the public parking lot at Sea Mountain Highway and Ocean Boulevard. The next phase of the project includes paving and the addition of a public restroom. The public parking lot at 14th Avenue South and Ocean Boulevard has been paved, with landscaping planned as the next step. Completion dates for these parking lots has not yet been established.
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The Special Election for North Myrtle Beach will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 . This is a nonpartisan election and no party affiliation shall be placed on the ballot. This will fill the unexpired term for the Crescent Beach Ward, which became vacant following the November 2025 General Election. The unexpired term is March 2026 - November 2027. The following candidates will be included in this election for the Crescent Beach Ward: • Ray Collins • Melissa Wober Early Voting: The early voting period starts on Monday, February 9, 2026, and ends Friday, February 20, 2026 (closed on Saturday and Sunday). Early voting will take place at the Horry County Voter Registration Office, located at 1515 4th Avenue, Conway, S.C. 29526. Their hours are 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Polls: The polls will open at 7 AM on Election Day and close at 7 PM. At the close of the polls, the North Myrtle Beach Election Commission will count the absentee ballots at City Hall and report the unofficial results. Certifying the Election: The Commission will meet at City Hall at 10 AM on Thursday, February 26, 2026, to certify the election and determine the validity of ballots challenged in the election. Runoff Information: Any runoff will be held two weeks after the election on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. VOTING INFORMATION FOR T
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THE 2026 SPECIAL ELECTION Every registered voter who lives in the City of North Myrtle Beach is able to vote in this Special Election on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at a respective polling location.
Polling Locations: • Cherry Grove 1 Precinct - Chapel by the Sea Church (1051 Sea Mountain Highway) • Cherry Grove 2 Precinct - Little River Neck Fire Station #4 (5345 Little River Neck Road) • Crescent Beach Precinct - J. Bryan Floyd Community Center (1030 Possum Trot Road) • Dunes 1 Precinct - Temporary - Barefoot Resort Conference Center (2250 Premier Resort Boulevard) • Nixons 1 Precinct - North Myrtle Beach High School (3750 Sea Mountain Hwy, Little River) • Ocean Drive 1 Precinct - Ocean Drive Fire Station #1 (1015 2nd Avenue South) • Ocean Drive 2 Precinct - North Myrtle Beach Historical Museum (799 2nd Avenue North) • Ocean Drive 3 Precinct - St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (801 11th Avenue North) • Tilly Swamp Precinct - Temporary - Barefoot Resort Conference Center (2250 Premier Resort Boulevard) • Wampee Precinct - Riverside Elementary School (1283 Hwy 57 South, Little River) • Windy Hill 1 Precinct - Windy Hill Fire Station #3 (801 33rd Avenue South) • Windy Hill 2 Precinct - Barefoot Resort Conference Center (2250 Premiere Resort Boulevard)
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Seaside Session This quarter’s Seaside Session is brought to you by the Police Department.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCAMMERS
Grandparent (Emergency) Scams • You receive a call from someone claiming to be a grandchild in trouble. • They may use the real name of your grandchild. • They beg you not to tell their parents. • If you notice their voice sounds different, they say they are sick, scared, or the phone connection is bad. • A fake “officer” or “lawyer” may join the call and demand money for bail or legal fees. Tech Support Scams • You get a call, message, or pop-up warning that your computer has a virus. • It looks like it comes from a real company (Microsoft, Apple, etc.). • They ask for remote access to your computer or personal information. • They try to get you to pay for fake repairs or services. Home Repair Scams • Someone offers home repairs door-to-door or calls you unexpectedly. • They ask for payment upfront or offer suspiciously cheap financing. • They take the money and never finish the work or never even start. For more information on other types of common scams, visit our website: https:// www.nmb.us/838/How-To-Spot-A-Scam.
Scammers use fear, urgency, and trust to trick people into giving away money or personal information. Knowing the warning signs can help you protect yourself and your loved ones. Common Scam Warning Signs • They pressure you to act quickly and insist you stay on the phone and not hang up. • They ask you to pay with gift cards, bitcoin, wire transfers, or anything unusual. • Their message has poor grammar or wording that feels “off.” • You cannot easily call them back or verify who they are. • They tell you to keep the situation a secret from family or the police. Romance Scams • Someone contacts you online through a dating site or social media. • They use a fake identity, sometimes pretending to be a celebrity or someone with an impressive job. • They spend months building trust and bonding over shared “interests.” • They talk about future plans, shared goals, and may even suggest starting a business or buying property with you. • They never meet in person and always have excuses. Government Impersonation Scams • They contact you pretending to be the IRS, Medicare, Social Security, FBI, or police. • They claim you owe money or need to “verify information.” • They often use threats, like jail time or penalties, to scare you into paying.
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