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A scrap metal pile fire in Conway was contained Thursday, but crews continued extinguishment and Highway 544 traffic was blocked during the response. Whether restrictions remained Friday morning was unverified.

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October 30, 2026 at 10:19 AM
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Horry County councilors hit the pause button on a controversial development plan, prioritizing community input before moving forward.

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Council defers Docket Enterprises rezoning after members cite lack of community meeting
Horry County councilors voted to defer two first‑reading ordinances tied to a proposed Docket Enterprises development off Highway 905, citing insufficient community outreach; a council member pressed planning staff to schedule a public meeting before resubmitting.
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October 26, 2026 at 8:47 PM
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Horry County's mining regulations have undergone drastic changes over the years, leading to a situation where state permits can bypass local standards entirely.

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Staff outlines county mining rules history, notes state permits can exempt county standards
Staff presented the history of Horry County mining regulations (2000 special exceptions, 2017/2018 changes, 2020 removal of many county standards) and said state or federal permits currently exempt operators from county rules.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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Residents are rallying for stricter mining regulations in Horry County, fearing noise, health risks, and water contamination from nearby mining activities.

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Coastal Conservation League urges stricter mining rules in public comment
Sarah Rich of the Coastal Conservation League urged Horry County to reconsider a mining ordinance similar to nearby counties, citing health, noise, water and property impacts and offering sample ordinance language and resources.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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Horry County is unveiling a groundbreaking transparency portal for its ALPR cameras, promising to reveal deployment stats, data policies, and more—while ensuring sensitive investigations remain protected.

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Law enforcement proposes public 'Flock' portal to show ALPR use, data policies
Police presenters described a transparency portal for ALPR ('Flock') cameras that would display number of cameras, retention policy, activity counts, searches and access policy, while withholding operational details to protect investigations.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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Horry County Animal Services has achieved a rare national accreditation, with auditors finding zero discrepancies, while fire-rescue staff tackle challenges of staffing and overtime with innovative plans!

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Animal services wins national accreditation; fire-rescue discusses overtime, vacancies and recruit classes
Presenters announced national accreditation for animal services and described fire-rescue staffing pressures — about 10% vacancy, 57 recruits in training, and plans to adjust recruit schedules and special-event fees to reduce overtime costs.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Horry County's IT department is pushing for critical upgrades, including a $2 million ERP refresh and an AV system replacement, to prevent costly failures and enhance operational efficiency.

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IT presses for ERP, council AV and server upgrades as county plans ServiceNow rollout
IT asked council for a county‑wide ERP refresh, replacement of the council chamber AV system, larger server/switch/storage funding due to price increases and a ServiceNow implementation to consolidate ticketing and security workflows.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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Horry County is rapidly growing, and with a population projected to hit 440,000 by 2028, the demand for essential services is skyrocketing—what's next for funding and infrastructure?

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Horry County hearing lays out growth‑driven needs as staff begin 2028 budget work
County administrator Barrett Scott told the council Horry County’s population and service needs are expanding fast; staff presented $43.5 million in enhancement requests across departments, with public safety and court staffing among the largest recurring asks.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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Horry County's public safety agencies are making urgent requests for new positions and equipment to keep pace with a growing population—are we ready to respond?

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Public safety agencies ask council for dozens of new positions as county grows
Sheriff, police, fire, detention, and 9‑1‑1 presented major staffing and equipment requests—totaling hundreds of positions when combined—with deputies, detectives, battalion chiefs, detention corporals, QRVs, and 9‑1‑1 capacity among the largest asks.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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Big changes are coming to Horry County Airport with three new lease agreements, including a major 30-year deal for a Royal Farms site that could reshape the area!

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Committee approves three airport leases including a proposed Royal Farms site
The committee approved three airport lease agreements: STS lighting maintenance (191 sq ft, $10,917/year), Direct Charter (modular building, $18,593/year) and a proposed Royal Farms convenience/fuel site on 3.19 acres with an initial annual rent of $205,000 for years 1–5.
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October 18, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Horry County Fire Rescue is set to strengthen its response team with a SAFER grant, adding nine new firefighter positions to the Goretown station and requesting leadership roles to enhance operations!

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Horry County Fire Rescue says SAFER grant will add nine firefighters; requests three leadership positions
Fire-rescue staff told the committee a SAFER grant brings nine firefighter positions for the Goretown station and requested three additional leadership roles (two lieutenants, one captain) at an FY27 cost of $231,490, funded from contingency with no net budget change.
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October 18, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Horry County just approved a plan for 372 new homes, but not without pushback from residents concerned about traffic and flooding impacts.

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Planning Commission approves development agreement and rezoning for up to 372 homes on Highway 905
The commission voted to approve a development agreement and rezoning permitting up to 372 single‑family homes on Highway 905/Old Reese Ferry Road. The developer agreed to buffers, design standards, road improvements, and roughly $5 million in contributions; nearby residents warned of traffic and flood risks.
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October 8, 2026 at 2:13 PM
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Residents are rallying for a conservation overlay on Old Reese Ferry Road to protect their homes and precious natural resources from flooding and unchecked development.

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Residents call for conservation overlay on Old Reese Ferry Road, citing flood and habitat risks
Residents delivered a petition asking Horry County to study and adopt a conservation overlay for Old Reese Ferry Road, citing wetlands, flooding history and nearby historic sites; speakers asked for a community meeting and stronger mandatory stormwater and land‑development rules.
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October 8, 2026 at 2:11 PM
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A bold plan for 372 new homes in Horry County promises lush green buffers, community parks, and critical traffic improvements—will this development reshape the area?

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Developer outlines 372‑home plan, offers land for fire station and traffic improvements
An applicant and county staff detailed a development agreement tied to a rezoning request for 372 single‑family homes along Highway 905, including 100–200‑foot forested buffers, donation of 1.21 acres for a fire‑station expansion, and traffic improvements with a developer contribution and per‑lot fees.
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September 27, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Horry County is gearing up for a major $2.9 million rail bridge rehabilitation project that could revitalize local businesses and strengthen vital transportation links!

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Council backs EDA disaster supplemental grant for RJ Corman rail bridge rehabilitation, agrees up to $290,000 match
Horry County approved an application for a $2.9M rail bridge rehabilitation project with a required 20% local match; RJ Corman agreed to split the match 50/50 with the county, making the county's share up to $290,000 drawn from prior commitments and contingency funds.
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September 27, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Horry County Council has just approved a groundbreaking $1.91 million initiative aimed at tackling the opioid crisis through expanded harm-reduction and crisis intervention services!

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Council approves application for $1.91M in six-month opioid recovery funding
Council approved a resolution to apply for and accept an Opioid Recovery Fund award and to appropriate settlement funds; staff said the six-month application requests $1,907,812.39 to expand harm-reduction, crisis intervention, treatment court services, detention center programs and coroner support.
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September 27, 2026 at 11:18 AM
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Horry County's new industrial corridors plan sparks heated debates as residents demand clarity on infrastructure impacts and environmental protections.

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Residents press Horry County for data and traffic analysis during Industrial Corridors 2040 public hearing
During second reading of Ordinance 83-2026 to add 'industrial corridors' to the 2040 comprehensive plan, residents asked for GIS suitability scores, traffic and water-infrastructure studies, and assurances about buffers and cumulative impacts; the ordinance passed unanimously after the hearing closed.
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September 19, 2026 at 5:57 AM
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Horry County Council has taken a bold step towards economic growth by approving a major joint industrial park agreement with Georgetown County, expanding the project by nearly 500 acres!

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Council adds parcels, approves joint industrial park agreement with Georgetown County
Council approved Ordinance 82-2026 authorizing a joint industrial and business park with Georgetown County, including fees-in-lieu provisions; council amended Exhibit A to add Parcel 4470000020 and several PINs totaling 496.81 acres before passing the ordinance.
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September 19, 2026 at 3:53 AM
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Thompson Stone and Marble just secured a major win with a new 39,000-square-foot facility that promises to boost local jobs and production!

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Thompson Stone and Marble wins variance for 39,000-square-foot facility; owner cites jobs growth
The board approved a 100% facade variance for Thompson Stone and Marble's proposed 39,000-square-foot building on Highway 544; owner Andrew Thompson said the expansion would help the company keep about 30 local employees and compete with regional firms.
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September 17, 2026 at 3:42 AM
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Horry County Council has just approved a pivotal amendment to Ordinance 82-2026, paving the way for a joint industrial park with Georgetown County that promises economic growth!

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Council approves amended joint industrial-park agreement with Georgetown County
Council amended and approved Ordinance 82-2026 to authorize a joint industrial and business park agreement with Georgetown County; councilmember Servant moved the amendment to the red-line copy and the ordinance passed as amended.
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September 7, 2026 at 4:36 PM
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Residents are sounding the alarm over Highway 90's critical overcapacity and safety concerns, urging the council to rethink rezoning plans amid warnings of increased traffic and flooding risks.

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Residents urge council to stop or slow Highway 90 rezonings, citing traffic and flooding
Multiple residents told council Highway 90 is over capacity and unsafe; they cited traffic counts at 15,400 ("115% capacity") and warned of cumulative development and flood-island access problems. County staff said major corridor improvements are under design and will be phased over multiple years.
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September 7, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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A new development plan in Conway promises to preserve 25 acres of conservation land while protecting significant live oak trees and donating right-of-way for the future widening of Highway 90.

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Developer says Diamond Shores plan will protect trees, donate Highway 90 right-of-way
A developer told the Horry County Planning Commission that the 65.36-acre Diamond Shores planned development would not increase allowed housing units, would place about 25 acres in conservation and protect roughly 73 live oaks over 24 inches DBH, and would donate right-of-way for future Highway 90 widening.
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September 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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A bold new development plan on Highway 90 aims to reduce housing density while preserving precious live oaks and enhancing community safety—will it pass the scrutiny of local commissioners?

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Developer seeks PDD on Highway 90, commission defers while asking for traffic and design guarantees
Diamond Shores asked to rezone about 65 acres on Highway 90 to a planned development district that would reduce density from the allowed 92 units to a proposed 68, preserve mature live oaks and add sidewalks and turn lanes. Commissioners agreed to defer action for more detailed design standards and traffic data.
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September 7, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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A concerned Horry County resident is demanding transparency on the use of automated license-plate readers, asking crucial questions about privacy and oversight.

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Resident urges public reporting and audits for county's Flock license-plate readers
Charles Hooks, a lifelong Horry County resident, asked council for public policies, data-retention rules and independent audits of Flock Safety automated license-plate readers and requested regular public reporting on searches and misuse investigations.
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August 22, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Horry County Council's controversial approval of a massive development agreement has residents raising alarms about noise, traffic, and environmental impacts.

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Council approves Pulte development agreement for Pine Ridge after amendments amid resident concerns
Council voted to approve Ordinance 73-2026, a development agreement with Pulte Homes for the Pine Ridge tract, after adopting packet and handout amendments; nearby residents told council they fear traffic, noise and flooding from the roughly 760-acre proposal.
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August 22, 2026 at 5:21 PM