Daily editionThursday, September 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Socastee.
The 5AM Socastee Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of September.
Business
Greg Norman Australian Grille will close permanently on October 15 due to rising food and labor costs and strong competition from new waterfront eateries at Barefoot Landing.
The restaurant’s closure highlights how fine dining struggles in a seasonal market.
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West Marine is closing its North Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet outlets as part of a Chapter 11 restructuring — heavy debt prompted the move and now local boaters must look to more distant supply options while remaining stores are remodeled for commercial use.
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Environment
Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach welcomed seven African penguin chicks at Penguin Playhouse; the animal care team is monitoring the new additions (a critically endangered species) as part of a global conservation effort.
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Government
Horry County Fire Chief Tanner announced that the week of Oct. 4-10 is Fire Prevention Week in Conway, where his department will use social media + local outreach to warn residents about lithium-ion battery dangers and promote safe charging practices.
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