Daily editionThursday, August 20th, 2026
Good morning, Socastee.
The 5AM Socastee Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of August.
Culture
Va.-based variety band Solacoustix will perform at Hot Fish Club on Friday, Aug. 21 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and at Wicked Tuna on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., offering a dynamic mix of blues, R&B, country and rock for local music fans.
Post and Courier Myrtle BeachRead more
Environment
On Monday night, a driver spotted a 10-foot albino python in Market Common and wildlife expert James Sargent of The Snake Chaser safely captured it.
Sargent now cares for the snake at his home (awaiting its owner's contact).
WFXB FOX 43 NewsRead more