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The Myrtle Beach Police Department K9 Unit: Trained Protectors, Beloved Companions
By Haley Brandon The Myrtle Beach Police Department created the K-9 Unit in 2001. Since then, the program has grown extensively and continues to provide an essential service in apprehending criminals using trained canines and their law enforcement handlers, one…
Cover Artist: Dmitry Spiros
Dmitry Spiros was born in 1971 in Tashkent, a contemporary impressionist artist. Dmitry was raised in a family with Greek roots. His grandparents spoke Greek, Turkish and Russian. After the historical events in Soviet Russia in 1917, part of the…
Lassie – Our Wonder Dog
By Arlene Shovald Lassie didn’t quite seem like the right name for a German Shepherd, but that is what our son decided to call her. She was a six-week-old, mostly German Shepherd, that my husband acquired in a visit to…
Love Against All Odds
By Dannye Chase Georgia was a literal rescue. Not a pudgy puppy raised in a foster home, not a stray dog fed by caring neighbors. Georgia was alone. My brother was the one to find her on a wintry Minnesota…
The “Ghost” Dogs of Summer
By Christine Vernon Many folks have heard the expression “dog days of summer” and immediately think of hot, humid days, particularly in August. The Romans coined the term “dog days of summer” when Sirius, the dog star, would appear in…
Blazing Trails: Crosby the Arson Dog’s Impact on Fire Scene Investigations
By Haley Brandon In the complex and dangerous world of fire investigation, one unsung hero stands out: Crosby, an accelerant-detecting canine who works alongside Captain Matthew Rice of Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR). Their partnership, which began in April 2018,…
Fidelis Animal Hospital: Dr. Katie Roe-Jarisch’s Journey of Service and Paying It Forward
By Haley Brandon Dr. Katie Roe-Jarisch grew up in Belton, SC, just outside of Anderson. She attended Clemson University, majoring in Agriculture and minoring in Animal Science. Reflecting on her college years, she admits, “I wasn’t sure what I wanted…
Shop and Support: A closer look at Rescued Treasures and their dedication to All4Paws
By Ashley Daniels Retail therapy can also have charitable benefits. For instance, every time you purchase something at Rescued Treasures in Pawleys Island, you are supporting All4Paws, a local animal rescue organization. Rickie Goldberg recently took over as director of…
Style Savings: Bloomingail’s Consignment is a win-win for buyers and sellers
By Ashley Daniels Sure, there’s Bloomingdale’s in The Big Apple, but then there’s Bloomingail’s Consignment here in Little River that’s made quite a name for itself in the retail industry over the last 27 years. Owner Gail Roberson says she…
Summer Light: Art by Night at Brookgreen Gardens: A Perfect Summer Evening
By Haley Brandon Summer Light: Art by Night is a chance to see Brookgreen Gardens in a whole new way. As the sun sets, the historic landscape comes alive with beautiful displays of light installations, creating a mesmerizing experience that…
Friends You Haven’t Met Yet
By Sue Fretwell I did it. I bought a condo by the beach. My belongings have been packed, movers are coming today, and I will be there tomorrow. Goodbye, dear house, the home where my kids grew up. Thank you…
Miss Independent
By Caroline L. Carver Taking back your independence can mean a lot of different things to a variety of people; it can mean getting back to your old self after a toxic relationship. Or you’ve suffered an injury and just…
Here’s to Life After Divorce!
By Mari Wallace My story is not unusual. Every marriage has its ups and downs, but mine, unfortunately, had far more downs than ups, and this had been going on for far too long. I considered my options. I could stay married…
Fashion Forward: Ginger Gray’s Doodlebugs has made sure children are dressed in their best for 20-plus years
By Ashley Daniels Ginger Gray, owner of Doodlebugs in downtown Georgetown, says she always wanted to be involved in the fashion industry, but her sights weren’t originally set on children’s fashion – it just landed that way over 20 years…
Exploring New Waters: Set Sail Charter Co. Brings Personalized Sailing Adventures to Murrells Inlet
By Haley Brandon Set Sail Charter Co. is making waves in the heart of Murrells Inlet, founded by local maritime enthusiast Steely Hays. Growing up in Murrells Inlet, Steely was introduced to the water at a young age, spending her…
Cover Artist: Blake Munch
Blake Munch was born in New York in 1996. Growing up, his bedroom was next to his father’s art studio, and Blake loved to spend time there. He was raised on a steady diet of Pollock, Picasso, Basquiat, Mozart, Beethoven,…
Pirates of the Carolina Coast
By Christine Vernon In recent years, I have noticed many people moving to our sunny South Carolina coast, especially in the South Strand area which incorporates Surfside Beach, Garden City, Murrells Inlet, and Pawleys Island. Most come to relax on…
A Walk, a Wandering, and a Wonderment of the World
By Elaine Veltri Maybe it’s the long and winding trails toward destinations yet unseen that fuel restoration. Or maybe it’s the gentle rustling of leaves adorning the towering trees that dispenses peace into my pores like a weighted blanket. Or,…
An Unhurried Traveler
By Pam Molnar My husband and I drove from Chicago to Los Angeles – twice. No, we didn’t travel along Route 66 in a fun sports car with the wind whipping through our hair. We drove on the interstate in…
What Traveling Taught Me
By Tammy Darling When an opportunity to travel comes my way, I don’t turn it down. I love going on new adventures, seeing new things, and even revisiting favorites. Most of my traveling is done stateside, but I’ve traveled internationally…