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Region’s most preferred orthopedic practice to open new Conway facility
OrthoSC, preferred 3-to-1 over any orthopedic practice in the region, will open their newest office on the corner of Cypress Circle and Singleton Ridge Road next summer. The practice and its providers will relocate their current offices in Conway to the new building. The new building is currently under construction, and care will continue to be offered at OrthoSC’s current Conway locations. Area residents seeking care for bone, joint and muscle pain and injuries are encouraged to call 843-353-3460
SCDOT asks for public input on Momentum 2050 plan through Multimodal Transportation Planning Survey
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is looking for public input on the future of transportation in South Carolina through a multimodal transportation survey. Momentum 2050 is the statewide plan for the future of South Carolina’s transportation network. The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is looking at the best way to move people and goods across the state. In South Carolina, we face many changes. These shifts — in population, communities, businesses, environment, safety,
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Presents a Community Service Scholarship and a Legacy Scholarshi
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Presents a Community Service Scholarship and a Legacy Scholarship in Partnership with the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation For the second year, Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union and the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation chose two graduating high school seniors to win $5,000 each in scholarship awards. The 2024 Community Service Scholarship winner is Giana Montante, who plans to attend Coastal Carolina University this fall. The 2024 Legacy Scholarship winner is
Conway Riverfest Returns June 29, Thompson Square to Headline
Conway Riverfest, the Annual Patriotic Celebration along the Waccamaw River, Returns Saturday, June 29, 2024 The Conway Chamber of Commerce and City of Conway are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated Conway Riverfest 2024, presented by Beverly Homes, that is set to take place on Saturday, June 29 from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. at 7 Elm Street in Conway. This free event promises a day filled with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a variety of vendors, and a fireworks extravaganza.Event
THE CONWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECOGNIZES MACKENZIE BROWN OF THE HORRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT’S AYNOR HIGH SCHOOL AS THE CONWAY AREA'S 2024 MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR.
THE CONWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECOGNIZES MACKENZIE BROWN OF THE HORRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT’S AYNOR HIGH SCHOOL AS THE CONWAY AREA'S 2024 MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR. Salute To Education Ceremony Acknowledges Top Conway Area High School Seniors and Their Most Inspirational Teachers. On May 16, 2024, Mackenzie Brown, a student at Aynor High school in Aynor, South Carolina, received a remarkable honor as the "2024 Most Outstanding Senior" of the Conway Area. The distinguished recognition took place at the
SC@Work: Photo Contest
It's back! The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is excited to launch the second year of its SC@Work: Photo Contest! After last year’s amazing response with countless photo submissions representing our different employers across the state, we want this year’s contest to be bigger and better than ever - and we need you to do just that! We’re calling upon businesses of all sizes and across all industries to show us what a day at work looks like through your own lens. Employers are asked to
Conway Elementary School & City of Conway Awarded Prestigious Moon Tree from NASA
Conway Elementary School in partnership with the City of Conway have been awarded a prestigious Moon Tree from NASA. This Moon Tree will serve as the first Moon Tree of record in the state of South Carolina. The tree was aboard the Artemis 1 space craft which left the Earth on November 16, 2022, orbited the moon for 25 and ½ days, and traveled 270,000 miles from Earth before splashing down on December 11, 2022. In a joint effort between NASA and the U.S. Forest Service, the seeds are being
North Myrtle Beach Middle School Student Wins Recycled Art Contest
North Myrtle Beach Middle School students know how to turn trash into treasure. The school submitted an entry to the Horry County Solid Waste Authority’s annual POP (Protect Our Planet) Art Recycling Contest. Sixth grader Stella Prince and friend, Barrett Turecki, created a bottle cap watermelon, entitled “Sweet as Watermelon”, which was selected as the grand prize winner in the Horry County Solid Waste Authority’s POP Art Contest. As grand prizewinner, Stella received an electronic reading device, a
Horry County and City of North Myrtle Beach Announce First Amazon Facility
Amazon has entered into an agreement to construct a Same-Day Delivery facility in North Myrtle Beach. Same-Day Delivery facilities allow Amazon to fulfill, sort, and deliver orders all from one site—making the entire process of delivering customer packages even faster. The facility, which will be approximately 165,000 square feet, is located within the Palmetto Coast Industrial Park. Launch plans for this facility are in the early stages, with construction starting earlier this month. “South Carolina
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Appoints AVP Financial Analyst
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union is pleased to welcome Heather Elliott to the position of AVP Financial Analyst. Heather comes to Carolina Trust with twenty-four years of banking experience and has held several different roles, most recently as a Senior Accountant. She is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University with a degree in Finance/Accounting. She is looking forward to bringing her current knowledge and experience to Carolina Trust and being an integral part of serving our Members and
Carolina Trust Board Chairman Named Designated Pilot Examiner of the Year
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Board Chairman, Lieutenant Colonel B. Michael Marlowe USAF Retired has been named Designated Pilot Examiner of the Year by the South Carolina Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). Lt. Col. Marlowe was presented his award by Randy DeBerry, FAA District Manager. A Designated Pilot Examiner (commonly referred to as a DPE) is a senior pilot designated by the FAA to conduct oral examinations and
Celebrating Excellence: The 56th Annual Salute to Education in Conway, SC
The Conway Chamber of Commerce's Educational Affairs Committee is proud to announce the return of the 56th Annual Salute to Education - honoring outstanding graduating seniors and their inspirational teachers in the Conway area. This year's event, scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12 p.m., marks a significant transition as the committee adapts to meet the evolving needs of students and educators. Recognizing the invaluable contributions of educators and the remarkable growth of the Horry
Chef Swap At The Beach Season Two to Premier on March 2
Chef Swap At The Beach Season Two to Premier on March 2Visit Myrtle Beach’s culinary reality TV show returns to The Cooking Channel following highly successful first season Myrtle Beach, S.C. (February 15, 2024) – Visit Myrtle Beach, in partnership with The WorkShop Content Studios, is excited to announce that Chef Swap at The Beach is back for a second season this spring. Further highlighting the culinary talent throughout the Grand Strand, the new season of Chef Swap at The Beach will premiere
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Receives Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union recently received an award through the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation at their annual awards ceremony for their Myrtle Beach Bowl Game sponsorship. The credit union received an honorable mention award for the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award. The Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award is given to a credit union for its social responsibility projects within the community. “On behalf of our entire team, we are very
United Way of Horry County Presents 2023 Hidden Hero Award
United Way of Horry County (UWHC) has presented the 2023 Hidden Hero Award to Brent Barker. The Hidden Hero Award is given annually to an individual or organization that has gone above and beyond to help UWHC. The Hidden Hero recipient is often not recognized by the public for the work that they complete, but they are dedicated to our mission and diligently work to give back to Horry County. Brent perfectly represents what it means to be a Hidden Hero for Horry County. As a Manager of Engineering and
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Continues West Zone Sponsorship at the Myrtle Beach Bowl Game
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Continues West Zone Sponsorship at the Myrtle Beach Bowl Game Carolina Trust was the proud sponsor of the West Zone again this year at the 2023 Myrtle Beach Bowl Game.The 4th annual Myrtle Beach Bowl, which featured Georgia Southern University and Ohio University took place atBrooks Stadium on December 16th, 2023. This postseason competition features matchups from three conferencepartners – Conference USA, Mid-American Conference (MAC), and Sun Belt
Why Your Small Business Should Go Green
Many small businesses are unaware of the many benefits that sustainable practices can have. From reducing waste to saving money, sustainable practices can help your small business in a number of ways. In this article, the Conway Chamber of Commerce explores some of the reasons why sustainable practices are good for small businesses as well as some tips on how to get started.Finding Sustainability Opportunities for Your Business One of the first steps in implementing sustainable practices is to identify
Can a Holiday Local Shopping Campaign Help Your Conway Community and Business?
A holiday shop local campaign is a great way to benefit your community and strengthen the local economy. By promoting and incentivizing shopping at local businesses, you can help ensure that more of the money spent during the holidays stays within the community. Here are some tips from the Conway Chamber of Commerce on how to make the most out of a holiday shop local campaign.Launching a Local Shopping Campaign There are a few things you need to do to get started. First, you need to recruit businesses to
How to Promote Success in Your Conway, SC Small Businesses
Small business owners play just about every role. You are the CEO, salesperson, marketer, accountant, HR manager, and more. Because of this, it is vital to focus on essential methods that will promote success. By staying organized, communicating effectively, and re-evaluating your marketing plan, you can set your business up for long-term success. Keep reading for some helpful tips from the Conway Chamber of Commerce below.Getting (and Staying!) Organized As a small business owner, you are pulled in many
Top Tips for Helping Your Small Business Survive a Disaster or a Crisis
Natural disasters can be a nightmare for small businesses. Be it a hurricane, a global pandemic, or even an unfortunate fire on the premises; their unpredictability leaves businesses vulnerable, especially if they haven’t got a solid recovery strategy in place. Small businesses need to build disaster preparedness into their business plans. Assessing the probability of your business being exposed to natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and more can keep you on top of your contingency