Daily editionTuesday, October 13th, 2026
Good morning, Socastee.
The 5AM Socastee Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of October.
Culture
Jack Thompson has photographed the Grand Strand since 1953 and recently turned 90; he meets clients at the Surfside Beach Oceanfront Hotel (a lobby filled with his work) as his images capture key moments from Hurricane Hugo’s aftermath to everyday local life.
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Education
On Oct. 12, Horry County Schools released state report card results showing its on-time graduation rate rose to 91.8% and nearly 80% of schools earned good or excellent marks; celebrations are planned across the district this week (results improved from previous years) (statewide averages remain lower).
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Government
Federal officials are investigating whether five major networks broke antitrust law by pausing shared White House coverage last month.
The inquiry may affect how local stations in Conway, Georgetown + Myrtle Beach receive government footage if new rules are set for press access.
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