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Caught Green-Handed!
The Horry County Solid Waste Authority recently recognized residents Greg Ison and Amiyah Eaton as the "Caught Green Handed" recipients for the month of March. “The ‘Caught Green Handed’ recognition is presented monthly to a Horry County resident caught in the act of recycling” stated Esther Murphy, Director of Recycling and Corporate Affairs for the Solid Waste Authority. “It’s the Solid Waste Authority’s way of recognizing and thanking citizens who have made the effort to recycle. Through
United Way of Horry County Launches Community Needs Assessment Survey to Guide Future Work
United Way of Horry County Launches Community Needs Assessment Survey to Guide Future Work Conway, S.C. – United Way of Horry County (UWHC) is inviting residents, businesses, and community partners to participate in its 2025 Community Needs Assessment Survey. This important survey is designed to gather feedback and insights on the most pressing needs and priorities facing individuals and families throughout Horry County. UWHC last conducted a countywide Community Needs Assessment in 2021, which
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North Myrtle Beach Middle Student Wins Recycled Art Contest
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
Conway Chamber of Commerce Honors Excellence at 57th Annual Salute to Education Luncheon
The Conway Chamber of Commerce’s Educational Programs Committee proudly hosted the 57th Annual Salute to Education Luncheon, celebrating outstanding graduating seniors and their inspirational teachers from the Conway area. The event, held at Horry Electric Cooperative, brought together students, educators, business leaders, and community supporters in recognition of academic excellence and leadership. The Salute to Education Luncheon is an annual tradition that highlights the hard work
Leadership Conway Class of 2025 Announced
The Conway Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its 33rd Leadership Conway Class. Leadership Conway is a 10-month program created to provide existing and emerging leaders with opportunities to enhance their civic knowledge and network. Since its inception, the program has helped participants better understand how the community works, build relationships with the area’s current and future leaders, and to focus talents in a way that will best serve the community. The program involves no more than 25
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Dr. Renee Robyn Causey Announced as Leadership Trainer for 2025 Leadership Conway Program
The Conway Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Dr. Renee Robyn Causey will serve as the Leadership Trainer for the 2025 Leadership Conway program. This esteemed program, kicking off in January 2025, has been a cornerstone of leadership development in the Conway community for nearly half a century. Dr. Causey brings an exceptional track record of leadership, education, and advocacy to the role. With over 30 years of experience spanning academia, government, non-profits, and community service,
Celebrating Excellence: The 57th Annual Salute to Education in Conway, SC
The Conway Chamber of Commerce's Educational Affairs Committee is proud to announce the 57th Annual Salute to Education, honoring outstanding graduating seniors and their inspirational teachers in the Conway area. This year's event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 12 at noon, 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 School District, the committee
