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Hiring Success: Legal Foundations for Small Business Growth
In the fast-paced world of small business, success often starts with building a strong team. The path to hiring engaged employees involves more than just finding qualified candidates; it requires navigating a range of legal responsibilities. These regulations are not simply red tape but key elements that support long-term success. Failing to address these steps can lead to serious challenges down the road. Employers who take these responsibilities seriously create environments where both business and
United Way of Horry County Honors Community Leaders at Annual Meeting
United Way of Horry County (UWHC) proudly presented four distinguished awards at its Annual Meeting last month, recognizing the extraordinary individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the community. Each award reflects UWHC’s commitment to building a stronger, more connected Horry County by honoring those who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to service, education, and impact. Hidden Hero Award – Brent Barker The Hidden Hero Award is given annually to an
LCFL Achieves Level Four of National Program to Provide Veteran- Centric Care
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare is proud to announce it is now a Level 4 Partner with We Honor Veterans (WHV), a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. We Honor Veterans was launched in 2010 by NHPCO in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs to address the growing need for veteran-centered end-of-life care, especially as veterans continue to age and require access to high-quality, specialized hospice and palliative care. As a Level 4 Partner, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare
Caught Green Handed!
The Horry County Solid Waste Authority recently recognized Conway area resident Ms. Mary Bishop as the “Caught Green Handed” recipient for the month of September. “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 their
United Way of Horry County’s Day of Caring returns to Oak Tree Farm on Friday October 11, 2024
United Way of Horry County’s Day of Caring returns to Oak Tree Farm on Friday October 11, 2024 Conway, SC, October 2 – United Way of Horry County’s annual Day of Caring is almost here! Volunteers will arrive Friday morning for a kick off celebration at Horry Georgetown Technical College and then split between the two locations. Many are heading to Oak Tree Farm to assist with a number of landscaping projects. Oak Tree Farm is an affordable housing community in Conway, SC developed by SOS Care
Tips for Turning Your Wellness Passion into a Thriving Practice
Imagine transforming your passion for alternative wellness into a flourishing practice that not only heals but also inspires. Whether it’s acupuncture, aromatherapy, or holistic nutrition, launching an alternative wellness practice is an ambitious and fulfilling endeavor. However, the path to success is filled with critical decisions and considerations. Selecting the ideal location, understanding regulatory nuances, and securing essential funding are just a few of the pivotal steps. This comprehensive
Resources for Hurricane Helene Aftermath
Resources for Hurricane Helene Aftermath The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce team is entering this week with heavy hearts from the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in our great state & the surrounding areas, and we want to provide access to resources for those facing the harsh aftermath of this storm. We also want to take a moment to acknowledge and thank all of the first responders, linemen, and emergency weather services personnel in our state who have worked tirelessly throughout this
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Receives Marketing Association of Credit Unions Awards
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Receives Marketing Association of Credit Unions Awards Marketing Association of Credit Unions recently announced the winners of its annual MAC Awards, including Carolina Trust’s Gold Award in Social Media for our Brand Ambassador social media efforts and Bronze in Community Engagement for our Myrtle Beach Bowl Game sponsorship. For more than 30 years, the MAC Awards have aimed to honor and award leading credit union marketers for innovative, creative, and
Careteam Plus Welcomes Country Music StarJustin Moore to Its Health Care Family
Careteam Plus, in partnership with our media partner WBTW News13, is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our health care family: Country music star Justin Moore will headline the "Careteam Plus Annual Benefit Bash" hosted by Careteam Plus Inc., on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Pelicans Ballpark located at 1251 21st Avenue N., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. At this event, we will take a special moment to honor local community hero, Coach Gary Gilmore, for his remarkable contributions to Coastal
It's AEP time! Are you ready? Call Woodyard
Woodyard Insurance Group LLC announces the kickoff of the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare plans! From October 15 - December 7, 2023, enrollees can meet with us to review their plans and be sure that their needs are still being met. If you don't have an agent, or if we are not your agent, you can still come to us for help. Convenient appointment times are available by calling the office to schedule. 843-488-0322 Remember, with Woodyard, you can "Plan more. Worry less.™"This is a solicitation
Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union Named American Banker Best Credit Union to Work For and SC Biz N
For the sixth year in a row, Carolina Trust was named one of American Banker’s Best Credit Unions to Work For. American Banker has partnered with Best Companies Group to celebrate companies that have excelled in creating quality workplaces for employees. This survey and awards program was created to identify, recognize, and honor the best credit unions. The entire 'Best Credit Unions to Work For' list can be read online at AmericanBanker.com. Additionally, for the seventh year in a row, Carolina Trust
CCAR Masquerade Gala Benefitting Habitat for Humanity
The public is invited to come out and support homeownership at the CCAR Masquerade Gala sponsored by CRG, where 100% of the proceeds from the event will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Georgetown County. The event will take place on Saturday, September 14th from 7-10 PM, at 21 Main at North Beach. Tickets are available for purchase at https://www.ccarsc.org/pages/gala2024/. Homeownership is the foundation of the American dream and Habitat for Humanity makes those dreams come true for so many in our
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Recognized for Superior Hospice Care
Lower Cape Fear LifeCare’s hospice care operations in southeastern NC and northeastern SC were both recently presented 2023 Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) Best Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction Awards, with special recognition for being a top 20 percent Superior Performer. The annual program was created to acknowledge hospices that consistently provide high-quality care to their patients. Rankings are determined from scores received by hospice providers as reflected on a national family caregivers
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
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
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
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
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
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