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Hey Myrtle Beach, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: A massive beach rebuild, Zeytin’s second location, and adoptable pets at the St. Patrick’s parade + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Myrtle Beach protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Shoring up the Grand Strand: Myrtle Beach renourishment is underway as part of a $72 million project, with sand placed between 52nd and 64th avenues north to replace hurricane erosion, funded by U.S. Army Corps — read the full story.

Horry County foodies excited: Myrtle Beach favorite Zeytin plans a second spot in Murrells Inlet at 3264 U.S. 17, bringing all-day breakfast and Turkish flavors. The opening date has not been announced — get all the details.

Beloved Carolinas brunch destination: Blueberry’s Grill in Myrtle Beach was awarded 2026 Best Breakfast and named a Best Pancake House finalist in the Myrtle Beach Herald/MyHorryNews Readers’ Choice Awards, celebrating its chef-driven scratch kitchen — learn more about the recognition.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Meet adoptable pets at St. Patrick’s parade
• Celebrate Irish spirit at parade and festival
• Enjoy free CANAM party at Ripley’s Aquarium
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Fresh pasta, for real: Portofino Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar turns out handmade tortelloni, pappardelle, and manicotti with warm house-baked focaccia and a bright pesto that steals the spotlight. When you want pasta without fuss, this place delivers cozy, coastal-Italian comfort, the kind that feels like a seaside Sunday.

Treasure-hunt wardrobe fix: Whether you’re editing your closet or hunting that “how is this only here?” piece, Finders Keepers Consignment & Boutique keeps racks in constant rotation with pre-loved staples, standout one-offs, and serendipity. Fresh drops mingle with classics, so every visit feels like a little score, not a scroll.

Quick chill, big reset: When your back feels like it did leg day by accident, a quick cryotherapy session at Carolina Wellness Massage & Cryo cools the aches and jump-starts that post-chill energy. Pair it with a massage or facial to feel human again, or keep it quick for a fast reset.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🎷 Jazz in the Stacks @ Chapin Memorial Library | Tuesday (3/3) at 5:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to swap bar chatter for swing, this is it. Jazz in the Stacks brings live tunes to Chapin Memorial Library, free and open to the public, with solos echoing through the Dewey Decimal aisles, and shushing strictly optional.

💃 Hump Day Dancin @ Dick’s Last Resort | Wednesday (3/4) at 6:00 PM – Hump Day at Dick’s means one thing, dance floor therapy. They’ve got free lessons, open dancing between sets, and happy hour to keep the courage flowing, all ages welcome, so yes, the kids can floss while you two-step, sway, or enthusiastically approximate both.

❓ Survey Trivia @ 810 Entertainment Market Common | Wednesday (3/4) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve ever watched Family Feud and thought, I can outguess this crowd, here’s your midweek fix. Survey Trivia at 810 Market Common rewards popular opinion over perfect facts, with prizes, a full bar, and fries. Free to play, every Wednesday, bring the team.

🥕 Thursdays K-Bar Farm Farmers Market @ Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA | Thursday (3/5) at 10:00 AM – Skip the sad grocery tomatoes and swing by the Carolina Forest YMCA Thursday for a legit K-Bar Farm market. Peak produce, cult elderberry syrup, clean beef and pork, local honey, jams, and pickles. Free, friendly, no membership needed, with more waiting at their Surfside shop.

🎶 Paramount Junction @ Plyler Park | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Friday night at Plyler Park means free live music and ocean breezes. Nashville’s Paramount Junction kicks off the Series with high-energy country, Y2K favorites, and sing-along rock, so bring a chair, snag your lawn spot early, grab a bite, and call it quality time.

🎶 Julio and the Saltines @ Boathouse | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – Whether payday means splurging on ribeye or finally filling the tank, Free Show Fridays has you covered. GATOR 107.9 hosts Julio and the Saltines at the Grand Strand’s home for free live music, plus a PayDay Friday drawing, good company, and zero cover.

🍖 Surfside Beach BBQ Festival @ Surfside Drive and Yaupon | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Smell that? Surfside’s firing up two days of free, family-friendly fun, with Friday’s anything-but-BBQ warm-up and Saturday’s full-on barbecue throwdown by the sea. Expect legit pitmasters, live sets from Nor’Eastah MB and Too Much Sylvia, kids activities, so bring a chair, and stretchy pants.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Myrtle Beach report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 60°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 5%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Northeast wind around 8 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southeast wind 1 to 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 4%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. Northeast wind 1 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. South wind 2 to 6 mph.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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This 5-bed, 4.5-bath new build on .93 acres in Dunes Cove sits east of 17, a short golf cart ride to the ocean. A grand curved staircase and an open great room with three French doors anchor a chef’s kitchen with views of dual fireplaces. Six-car courtyard-entry garages plus a golf cart bay, pool and spa, and outdoor kitchen shine.

Take a peek inside →