Daily editionFriday, October 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Socastee.
The 5AM Socastee Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.
Business
Breeze Airways announced nonstop service from Myrtle Beach to Atlantic City on Thursdays and Sundays starting at $79 one way.
The airline also revealed 11 new routes that will boost seats by 70% in January 2027, according to its press release.
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Health
Analysts say banning anticompetitive health care contracts could lower costs on the Grand Strand by curbing local hospital and insurer practices (raising questions about current contracts in Horry County).
Lawmakers are reviewing federal bills and cases aimed at cutting premiums for patients and taxpayers.
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Real Estate
Mungo Homes has begun sales of 89 single-family homes at North Cove in Carolina Forest, priced from the high $300s.
The development raises concerns over crowded schools and delayed road improvements funded by a sales tax that may burden current residents.
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