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The North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex is a very welcoming and friendly place thanks to the volunteers dressed in matching blue polo shirts. They are the Sports Ambassadors. In partnership with the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, the city of North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation created the North Myrtle Beach Sports Tourism Ambassador program. You will find this group of dedicated volunteers around North Myrtle Beach at various sporting events. They are easily accessible and always eager to answer questions and interact with the spectators. Along with providing support for tournament directors and the city for …

By Lillian Freeman The North Myrtle Beach High School Chief Idol Competition’s first round was a success. With over 40 competitiors, the pool was narrowed down by popular vote and middle school and high school students advanced to the final round to be held on Friday at North Myrtle Beach High School. High school finalists will include Aaliyah Paulino, Bella Griste, Blair Farrell, Darius Banks, Haley Mancuso, Jacy Rollin, Jonathan Ward, Kendel Topper, Michael Burgos and Shaq Buck. Middle school finalists will include Chase Lambert, Christian Jones, DaBiez Kelly, Haley Bell, Hannah Bienkoski, Hannah Holland, Lillian Hooks, Maggie McLeod, Margaret …

The North Myrtle Beach girls basketball team had their season end at the hands of the A.C. Flora Lady Falcons on Tuesday evening at the North Myrtle Beach High School gym. The 53-51 final score was as close as the game itself, as both teams had their ups and downs, with A.C. Flora holding on in the final seconds for the victory. North Myrtle Beach took the opening tip of the game and quickly got a basket from Jordan Berger underneath for a 2-0 lead. The Lady Falcons tied it up and then Berger hit a three-pointer from the left …

The North Myrtle Beach Chiefs wrestling team beat an excellent Airport team 44-22 last Wednesday to win the Lower State Championship but lost the state title 66-15 to last year’s champ, Eastside High School, in last Saturday’s finals held at Airport High School. The Chiefs wrestlers were at home for the lower state match with Airport in the fourth round of the playoffs, and in the (220) first match Curtis Wolfe showed why he is a top performer with an 11-0 win over Airport’s Cory Rivers. (285) The Chiefs Harry Locklear then won a major decision over Jacob McNamar by …

Regina Hardee Vereen, 56, of Little River passed away at her residence on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. Born in Wilmington, N.C., on Aug. 2, 1962, Regina was the daughter of A. O. and Joyce Russ Hardee. Surviving other than her parents are two sons, Jessey and Jeremey Vereen; one brother, Benjy Hardee (Lynda); two sisters, Sonya Martin (Morgan) and Sherri Holloway (Chris); one grandchild, Saylor Vereen; two nephews; five nieces; two great-nieces; five great-nephews; and her four legged friend, “Tinker Bell”. A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019, at Living Water Baptist Church in …

Juanita Randloph, 58, of Myrtle Beach went peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019. She was born on Oct. 4, 1960, in Little River. Juanita was the daughter of the late Ray and Lula Norris. Juanita is survived by her husband, Russell Edward Randolph; her only child, Amanda Bessent Pearce; her brother, Carl Ray Norris; and her two grandchildren, Houston Anthonie Pearce and Hunter Jacob Pearce. She also has four stepdaughters and nine grandchildren. She leaves behind so many others who meant so much to her. Juanita has touched the love of so many people. Her …

Carol Arline Moll, 79, of New Port Richey, Fla., passed away on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019, in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Nov. 14, 1939, in Port Chester, N.Y. Survivors include her daughter, three sons, nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. A celebration of Carol’s life will be held at 2 p.m. at Barefoot Church on Saturday, Feb. 16. Carol’s family requests that memorial donations be given in her honor to her church home, Barefoot Church in North Myrtle Beach. Donations can be made in person or online at barefoot church.com/give.

Otto E. Lewis, 83, of Longs died on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, at Embrace Hospice House in Myrtle Beach. Born on June 7, 1935, in Wampee, he was the son of the late Julius Pechay Lewis and Ava Ann Benton Lewis. Mr. Lewis is survived by his children, Edward Lewis, Cynthia Beal, Patricia Bane and Diana Farrell; brothers, Julius Pechay (J.P.) and Edmond Lewis; brother-in-law, William Shay; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and his faithful K-9 companion, Zoe. He was predeceased by his wife, Norma Shay Lewis; brothers, Archie, Oscar, Odis and Elroy; sisters, Idelle Giles, Alta Powell and …

Donald Inman of Little River passed away on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019, at his home following an extended illness. Born on April 18, 1956, Donald became a master carpenter and a wonderful photographer. While in good health, he enjoyed deep sea fishing and worked on charter boats out of Little River. Donald had a keen sense of humor and loved pulling pranks on unsuspecting loved ones. He never met a stranger and was a kind and humble person, willing to give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. Always willing to forgive a wrong, his friends and family …

David E. Graham, 76, of Loris passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, at Conway Manor. Mr. Graham was born in Horry County, a son of the late A. E. and Begonia M. Graham. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He loved the Lord and led many to Christ. He was a faithful Baptist and was an active deacon for over 50 years. Mr. Graham spent his life farming and was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed laughing and spending time with his family. He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Linda A. Graham; …