Author: Laura Pence

Ripleys
Carolina AM, The Latest

Start Your Day with Pancakes and Penguins at Ripley’s Aquarium

Spend your morning with Ripley's penguin colony!
Laura Pence,

You can spend your morning with Ripley’s penguin colony and enjoy the aquarium before it opens to the public, eat a delicious hot breakfast, even come face-to-beak with African penguins! Pancakes and Penguins Hot breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee, juices, and more, enjoyed in front of Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse exhibit Photo with a penguin Animal expert Q&A A one-of-a-kind penguin…

3 By 3
Carolina AM, The Latest

Could the Viral 3×3 Trend Improve Your Life?

The idea is to hit three mini-goals before noon to jumpstart your day.
Laura Pence,

The latest health “hack” making the rounds on tiktok is the “3 by 3 by 12:00 p.m.” The idea is to hit three mini-goals before noon to jumpstart your day. Specifically, you’re supposed to walk 3,000 steps, drink about one third of your daily water goal, and eat roughly 30 grams of protein…all before lunch. Daily recommendations for protein, water,…

Beach Ride
Carolina AM, The Latest

44th Annual Beach Ride Returns to Myrtle Beach

For more information about the event visit www.AHABeachRide.org or contact MyrtleBeachSC@heart.org.
Laura Pence,

The American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone, everywhere, is gearing up for its 44th annual Beach Ride, set to take place November 5-9, at Lakewood Camping Resort in Myrtle Beach. This unique, five-day equestrian event brings together riders and horses from across the nation to camp, ride, and raise critical funds and awareness in the fight against heart disease…

Patti
Carolina AM, The Latest

We’re Diving into Patti Hilton’s shipwrecked Casserole!

Also, be on the lookout for their Thanksgiving meal menu they will serve for Turkey Day!
Laura Pence,

Patti Hilton of the Mad Gator Grill & Sports Bar was in the studio with some new recipes including shipwrecked casserole, craisin shortbread cookies and salted caramel cheesecake cookies! Be sure to stop in the Mad Gator Grill in Barefoot Landing for lunch or dinner. Also, be on the lookout for their Thanksgiving meal menu they will serve for Turkey…

Nmb Farmers
Carolina AM, The Latest

Local Farmers Markets are Getting into the Holiday Spirit!

Get your holiday shopping done and support local creators, bakers, and artisans across the Grand Strand. 
Laura Pence,

As the holidays approach, our favorite Waccamaw Market Cooperative Farmers’ Markets are transforming into festive Holiday Markets! You can find fewer farm-fresh veggies as local farmers rotate crops and more holiday-themed treats, gifts, and handmade treasures perfect for everyone on your list. It’s a great way to start your holiday shopping and support local creators, bakers, and artisans across the…

Buying Home
Carolina AM, The Latest

The Median Age of a First Time Homebuyer is Now 40

High mortgage rates and home prices continue to be barriers.
Laura Pence,

The age of a first-time homebuyer is the oldest it has ever been. The median age is now 40 years old. The National Association of Realtors also says the share of first-time buyers in the market has fallen to 21-percent, a record low. Research reveals two evolving snapshots of the housing market. One group of buyers has significant housing equity…

Cash
Carolina AM, The Latest

Is Using Cash Out of Touch?

A new poll by Cash App found nearly a third of Gen Z'ers think paying with cash is "cringe" now.
Laura Pence,

Remember how your eyes would roll when the old lady at the store pulled out her checkbook to pay? Well, apparently that’s being replaced by cash… A new poll by Cash App found nearly a third of Gen Z’ers think paying with cash is “cringe” now. 29% said people who still use paper money are either “cringe” or “out of…

Baby Names
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The Year’s Most Popular Baby Names Have Been Revealed

There were two new entries on the girls' top 10...
Laura Pence,

Baby Center has released its annual ranking of the most popular names for newborns in 2025. The top girls’ name is Olivia while Noah is most popular for boys. That’s the same as last year, as are the number two names: Amelia and Liam. There were two new entries on the girls’ top 10 though including Eliana and Aurora. For…

Pedal Peru
Carolina AM, The Latest

Kingdom Ventures International to Host 100K Bike Ride: Pedal for Peru

For more information visit KingdomVenturesIntl.org.
Laura Pence,

Jason Walter was in the studio to talk about Pedal for Peru, an upcoming fundraiser for Kingdom Ventures International. This is a global fundraiser spanning three continents and taking place in the heart of Peru. The ride is more than just a physical challenge—it is a movement to bring clean, safe drinking water to families in the Peruvian Amazon. For…

Stem Day
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Celebrate National STEM Day at WonderWorks!

National STEM Day is November 8, 2025, and WonderWorks is inviting everyone to take part in the celebration.
Laura Pence,

Kaitlin Barnes joins us in the studio to talk about National STEM Day at WonderWorks Myrtle Beach. National STEM Day is November 8, 2025, and WonderWorks is inviting everyone to take part in the celebration. This special day will be filled with interactive science experiments, demonstrations, and the unveiling of their updated exhibit on careers in STEM/STEAM. guests can get…

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