The City's Fall Newsletter, Tides & Times: Exploring North Myrtle Beach, is out now! Flip through the pages, catch up on the latest happenings, and enjoy reading about the beautiful City we all know and love, North Myrtle Beach. Note: As you flip through the pages, there will be boxes over select words that appear. Feel free to click on those boxes if you would like to learn more about that particular topic.
Exploring North Myrtle Beach Tides & Times
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Park & Sports Complex Expansion Exciting news for North Myrtle Beach! The long- awaited expansion of the Park & Sports Complex is nearly complete, with an anticipated opening in mid-October. The expanded space will offer enhanced facilities and new recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy. Keep an eye out for details on a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate this exciting milestone in our community!
Important Dates
Voting Information
Hurricane Season: Are You Prepared?
CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 9: Public Engagement Drop-In - Comprehensive Plan Update September 11: 9/11 Memorial Service September 11: Music on Main September 12: Movies at McLean September 16: Plant Swap September 18: AFC Adult Craft Class September 18: Music on Main October 18: Parents Night Out at AFC October 20: Get Out & Learn
October 25: Central Park Pickleball Complex Groundbreaking Ceremony October 25: Pickleball with the Stars October 25: Halloween BOOnanza October 25: Buddy Up For Breast Cancer 1-Mile Walk at AFC October 28: Pretty in Pink Zumba Dance Party at AFC November 1: Flavors of Fall November 1: Citywide Cleanup Day November 3-15: AFC 20th Anniversary Membership Special November 4: ArtVentures November 5: Get Out & Learn November 6: ArtVentures November 7: Silent Sing-Along: Wicked November 8: Wellness Fair at AFC November 11: Veterans Day Program November 21-22: Dashing through the Glow November 24: The Great Christmas Light Show Opens November 30: Pet Photos with Santa
September 18: Public Engagement Drop-In - Comprehensive Plan Update September 19: Sounds of Summer September 20: 36th Annual Beach Sweep/Creek Sweep September 25: Music on Main September 27: 21st Annual Irish Italian International Festival September 30: Information Gathering Session for Short-Term Rentals October 1: Get Out & Learn October 1: Public Engagement Drop- In - Comprehensive Plan Update October 3: Pedal in the Park October 6: Conway Medical Mammogram Mobile at AFC October 10: Movies at McLean October 11: Lights by the Sea Drone Light Show October 13-14: KAOS Program at AFC
*To learn more about each event, click on the name of the event.
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UPCOMING DATES
Regular City Council Public Meetings - 6 PM September 15, October 6, October 20, November 3
Planning Commission Public Meetings - 5 PM (Workshop Day Of Meeting - 9:15 AM) September 16, October 7, October 21, November 11
Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings - 5 PM September 11, October 9, November 13
YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Marilyn Hatley Email: mayor@nmb.us
Nikki Fontana Windy Hill Email: njfontana@nmb.us Trey Skidmore At-Large Email: rtskidmore@nmb.us Bubba Collins Ocean Drive Email: bccollins@nmb.us
Mayor Pro Tempore J.O. Baldwin Crescent Beach Email: jobaldwin@nmb.us
Hank Thomas At-Large Email: hathomas@nmb.us Fred Coyne Cherry Grove Email: jfcoyne@nmb.us
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Dolphins Swim Team Does your child love the water? The Dolphins Swim Team is the perfect way for swimmers, ages 5–18, to improve their skills, build confidence, and have fun as part of a team! Practices run September 8, 2025 – April 6, 2026, with sessions for both younger and older swimmers. For details, contact Coach Judy at 843-281-3743 or jachilders@nmb.us.
Personal Trainers Ready to take your fitness journey to the next level? The AFC offers certified personal trainers who can help you reach your goals—whether that is losing weight, building muscle, or simply feeling healthier. Our trainers work with you to design a program tailored to your needs and guide you every step of the way toward improved health and wellbeing.
Fitness Classes Looking to stay active this Fall? The AFC has you covered with 100+ fitness classes each week—on land, in the water, and even virtually! From high-energy favorites like Body Pump, Zumba, Spin, and Kickboxing to low-impact options like Chair Fitness, Stretch & Restore, and Ai Chi, there is something for every fitness level. Check out the full schedule on our website and find the class that is right for you!
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Join your hosts, Lauren Jessie and Officer Pat Wilkinson, 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
Farmers Market Fridays The Farmers Market is held every Friday through December 19, and is located between the North Myrtle Beach Library and City Hall. Stop in anytime between 10 AM and 3 PM to browse through a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, handmade items, and baked goods.
36th Annual Beach Sweep/Creek Sweep Join us for SC’s largest one-day volunteer cleanup on Saturday, September 20, from 9–11 AM. Volunteers will meet at the Cherry Grove Park & Boat Ramp at 8:30 AM for registration and will be provided with gloves, bags, and supplies. Walkers, boaters, and kayakers are all welcome! For more information, email knmbb@nmb.us or call 843-281-3732.
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This year marks the 10th anniversary of The Great Christmas Light Show, and we are celebrating with an exciting expansion that will make the event bigger, brighter, and even more magical than ever! The North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex will shine with over 2 million lights, featuring 500+ dazzling displays, some soaring up to 55 feet tall. Plus, enjoy NEW enchanting animated figures and holiday scenes that will bring Christmas to life! After your drive, park and step into the wonder of Santa’s Village! Sip hot chocolate, roast s’mores by the fire, take a ride on the Santa Express Train, explore the petting zoo, and visit with Santa himself—all surrounded by festive lights and cheer. NEW Lights! NEW Displays! NEW Experience!
2025 Dates and Times:
Drive-Through Light Show: November 24 – December 30 (Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day)
Santa’s Village: Noember 28 – December 7 (Thursday – Sunday only) December 11 – 30 (Nightly) Closed Christmas Day
Hours: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Admission: $20 Standard Vehicle (Non-Village Nights) $25 Standard Vehicle (Village Nights) $50 Oversized Vehicle (All Nights) $100 Charter Buses (Monday – Thursday only)
Do not miss this milestone year—celebrating 10 years of Christmas magic with a spectacular new expansion that will leave the whole family in awe!
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The General Election for North Myrtle Beach will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 . This is a nonpartisan election and no party affiliation shall be placed on the ballot. The following offices will be included in this election: • Mayor (November 2025 - November 2029) • Council Member At-Large (November 2025 - November 2029) • Council Member Ocean Drive Ward (November 2025 - November 2029) • Council Member Windy Hill Ward (November 2025 - November 2029) Polling Places: • 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) Utilize our North Myrtle Beach Interactive Voting Map to find Voter Precinct, Ward, and Polling Place. VOTING INFORMATION FOR T
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THE 2025 GENERAL ELECTION Any person wishing to register to vote in this election must do so no later than Saturday, October 4, 2025. One may register online at www.scvotes.gov or contact the Horry County Board of Voter Registration at (843) 915-5440. Absentee ballots must be obtained through the Horry County Voter Registration Office located in Conway. Any runoff will be held two weeks after the election on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Candidates Running in this Election (Names to Appear on Ballot): Mayor • J Baldwin
• Mike Mahaney • Troy Spencer
The early voting period starts on Monday, October 20, 2025, and ends Friday, October 31, 2025 (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. If you are registered to vote in North Myrtle Beach in this election, be aware that all precincts vote for all candidates. For example, if you live in Ocean Drive, you may vote for the candidate of your choice in the Ocean Drive Ward and for the candidate of your choice in the Windy Hill Ward. You are not limited to voting only for a candidate who represents the Ward in which you reside. 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. The Commission will meet at City Hall at 10 AM on Thursday, November 6, 2025, to certify the election and determine the validity of ballots challenged in the election.
At-Large • Trey Skidmore • Tony Warren Jr • David Weitzman Ocean Drive • Bubba Collins Windy Hill • Jeri McCumbee • Jolene Puffer
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNE Hurricane Season runs from June 1 to November 30 . The City of North Myrtle Beach encourages all residents and business owners to have a hurricane safety plan .
Hurricane Evacuation Zones and FEMA Flood Zones are different from one another. Flood Zones are mapped by FEMA for use in the National Flood Insurance Program. Hurricane Evacuation Zones are based on storm surge potential modeled from data by the National Hurricane Center. In South Carolina, hurricane evacuations are issued by the Governor. All evacuations issued are considered mandatory. In Horry County, there are three evacuation zones: A, B, C. These zones are based off of storm surge potential and not the category of the storm. Even if you do not live in an evacuation zone, you can evacuate. Keep in mind, even if you are not in a designated evacuation zone, you may still experience other impacts from a hurricane - high winds, tornadoes, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and power outages.
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ESS: HURRICANE EDITION To search your home or business address directly, utilize the Interactive Know Your Zone Map . Be aware that Law Enforcement and the South Carolina National Guard may be posted along evacuation routes to assist drivers. If individuals deviate from the primary evacuation route, they may experience delays and be rerouted back to the primary route. In the event of a hurricane, the City’s goal is for the return of property owners and others to North Myrtle Beach as soon as possible following a hurricane evacuation so that all can help in the recovery process. However, some areas of the City may not be safe or essential utilities may be damaged, resulting in delayed reentry to the affected locations.
The City of North Myrtle Beach continues to expand its capabilities in providing the best level of service to our residents and visitors. During tropical storms/hurricanes, our Fire Department staffs high water vehicles and boats to be able to quickly access those in need. Our Police Department utilizes additional resources at their disposal to assist in traffic control, as well as working along with the Fire Department for water rescue incidents. Our Public Works Department utilizes crews to help keep barricades placed in areas impacted, as well as heavy equipment to help remove debris blocking roadways to allow emergency vehicles to have clear access. HOW DO WE PREPARE?
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EVACUATION ZONES: Take SC 9 North to I-95 or take SC 22 to US 501 to Marion.
Zone A Zone B
57
Evacuation
90
Park & Sports Complex
City of North Myrtle Beach Limits
31
22
Barefoot Resort
31
17
B
Grande Dunes North
A
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n Route (Typ)
Tidewater
90
17
A
B
BUILD YOUR EMERGENCY EVACUATION KIT: Water (2 Gallons/Person/Day) Prescription Medications
Change of Clothes/ Warm Clothes
Important Documents
Extra Batteries
Non-Perishable Food
Phone/Charger
Toiletries
First Aid Kit
Pet Items
Maps
Cash
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PET CARE AND SAFETY IN EMERGENCIES
When preparing a family emergency plan, including pets is essential. In preparation, there are a handful of items to consider: • Maintain your pets’ immunizations and secure copies of these documents • Microchip your pets and utilize ID tags on their collars • Evacuate with your pets outside of the evacuation zones • Prepare a kit for each of your pets: • Cage or carrier large enough for your pet to stand and turn around in • Leash and harness • Food and water bowls • Food for 3 days • Medications • Health records and care instructions • Microchip numbers • Litter box with litter and clean-up supplies
Keep in mind, landmarks and scents may become unrecognizable after a hurricane, which could cause them to become lost and confused. If your pets become lost, contact your veterinarian, animal control organization, or county/state emergency managers for assistance. They will be able to assist with searching lists and databases of found and sheltered animals.
Be sure to monitor your pets closely after an emergency. Pets may become defensive or aggressive, in which case, it is recommended to leash dogs and keep them in a fenced yard with access to water and shelter. It is crucial for all pet owners to be responsible and take all precautions. The primary focus of emergency workers during any storm will be the safety of human lives.
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Debris Removal Guidelines To expedite removal, separate debris into the following categories:
Check with your local office of emergency management for more information on debris removal.
Large Appliances Refrigerator, washer/dryer, air conditioner, stove, water heater, dishwasher. Do not leave doors unsealed or unsecured.
Vegetative Debris Tree branches, leaves, logs, plants.
Construction Debris Building materials, drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture, & plumbing.
Electronics Television, computer, stereo, phone, DVD player.
Hazardous Waste Oil, battery, pesticide, paint, cleaning supplies, compressed gas.
Never touch, cut, remove, or place debris on downed lines: ▪ Can result in injury or death ▪ Placing debris near utility boxes or on lines can cause injury or damage.
Placing debris near or on trees, poles or other structures makes removal difficult. This includes fire hydrants and meters.
Placing debris near utility boxes or on lines can cause injury or damage.
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From heavy rains to hurricanes, you’ll be covered. Hurricane season is here, and one of the most important steps homeowners can take is to buy ood insurance. Flooding is the most common, and costly, natural disaster in the United States. In fact, just one inch of water in an average-sized home can cost more than $25,000 in damage. Invest in ood insurance today. Make sure you’re protected this hurricane season. Most homeowners and renters insurance policies do not cover ood damage, and ood insurance policies don’t automatically renew. Call your insurance agent today, or learn more at FloodSmart.gov/hurricane .
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Flood Prepared
Being prepared is the best defense against damage from flooding and other disasters. Steps to being flood prepared include: 1. Know Your Hazard 2. Insure Your Property 3. Protect Your Family and Self 4. Protect Your Property 5. Build Responsibly 6. Protect Natural Floodplain Functions 7. Emergency Preparedness 8. General Preparedness 9. Flood Education To speak to the City of North Myrtle Beach’s Floodplain Manager with questions about your property, please call Kendra Elliott at 843-280-5622.
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CONTACTS • Dispatch Non-Emergency Line 843-280-5511 • EOC Non-Emergency Public Line 843-663-8778 • SC Department of Transportation 888-877-9151
• Sign up for Emergency Alerts through the City’s website (www.nmb.us). These alerts will pertain to emergency events (weather, traffic) that are impacting the City. • Sign up for Email Notifications through the City’s website (www.nmb.us). These notifications will contain important, need-to- know information. • Download the South Carolina Emergency Management Division’s official app to prepare for emergencies. • Register for CodeRED Alerts through the South Carolina Emergency Management Division’s website (www.scemd.org). RECEIVE ALERTS
• American Red Cross 843-477-0020
• SC Department of Insurance 803-737-6160
• SC CareLine
1-855-472-3432
• SC Salvation Army 704-522-4970
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TERMS TO KNOW Watch: Advisory issued by the National Weather Service that a tropical system could pose a threat to our area within 36 hours. Warning: Advisory issued by the National Weather Service that a tropical system will pose a threat to our area within 24 hours or less.
Cake Watch
Cake Warning
Tropical Depression: An organized storm with a circular pattern with maximum sustained winds of 38 mph or less. Tropical Storm: An organized storm with a circular pattern with sustained winds between 39-73 mph. Hurricane: An organized storm with a circular pattern with sustained winds of 74 mph or greater. Threat: Expectation that a tropical storm/hurricane watch will be soon announced for our area. Identifies moving into Response Actions to prepare for any further needed actions. Hurricane Eye: Relatively calm area in the center of the storm. In this area, conditions greatly improve and clear skies may be present before they quickly deteriorate once the eye passes over the area. Hurricane Eyewall: Dense wall of intense thunderstorms and strong winds that surround the eye of the storm. Typically the most damaging and destructive winds the storm produces. OPCON: Operating Conditions Level. Established by the South Carolina Emergency Management Division. The City of North Myrtle Beach OPCON level almost always reflects that of Horry County Emergency Management. There are three (3) Levels: • OPCON 3:Normal Daily Operations • OPCON 2:Increased Readiness • OPCON 1:Full Alert Mode
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Seaside Session This quarter’s Seaside Session is brought to you by Public Works.
The City plans to construct a 2-million gallon water storage tank and extend a new 30-inch water transmission line in the Windy Hill, Atlantic Beach, and Crescent Beach areas. The City received a $10 million grant from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) as part of the South Carolina Infrastructure Investment Program (SCIIP), which will fund the majority of this project. These improvements will increase the resiliency and reliability of the City’s public water system.
The City, through AECOM Engineering, has completed project design and is in the process of obtaining easement acquisitions for the water transmission line. Construction on the transmission line is scheduled to begin in September of 2025. Construction on the water tank in Windy Hill has begun. The anticipated completion date for this project is Summer of 2026. Construction will be limited to the public road rights-of way and areas within any permanent and temporary construction easements. The public should expect lane closures and traffic detours as work progresses on the transmission line. Phase one work on the transmission line will take place on Windy Hill Extension Road then Poinsett Street from Windy Hill Road to 33rd Avenue South. An intermediate connection will be made from Poinsett Street to Highway 17 on 33rd Avenue South. Phase two of this project will follow. Stay tuned for more details!
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