Author: Laura Pence

Ripleys
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Test Your Knowledge with Ripley’s Ridiculous Questions

Get tickets online for the Pancakes with Penguins event on October 3rd, 2026.
Laura Pence,

Stormi Bledsoe quizzes B.J. with Ripley’s Ridiculous Questions! It’s an interactive trivia and social media game hosted at the aquarium where visitors test their knowledge of bizarre animal facts. Plus, learn more about Pancakes with Penguins! You can join the new African Penguin chicks for an early morning breakfast and Q + A session with a member of their animal…

Weekend
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How to Make the Most of Your Last Summer Weekend

Split the days between "doing stuff" and "doing nothing."
Laura Pence,

Fall starts next week, so this is the last official weekend of summer. Here are four tips to get the most out of it. Spend some time outside. Go for a hike, visit a park, or take a walk to break up all the time you spend indoors. Also, try to wake up at the same time every day. You’ll…

Mens Conference
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3rd Annual Men & Male Youth Empowerment Conference Returns to Myrtle Beach

Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30p.m.
Laura Pence,

B.J. Kinard talks with Laverne Rush and Davina Lloyd ahead of the 3rd Annual Men & Male Youth Empowerment Conference. The Men & Male Youth Empowerment Conference, from Diamond Dynasty Productions, LLC and People Over Profit Lloyd Foundation, Inc., is set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30p.m. Registration is at 9:30 am at the Robert H….

Grape Stomp
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Duplin Winery is Gearing Up for the annual Grape Stomp in North Myrtle Beach

B.J. and Christine stomp some grapes ahead of the event!
Laura Pence,

Frank Glidden of Duplin Winery was in the studio to talk about their upcoming 2026 Grape Stomp event! The Grape Stomp at Barefoot Landing’s SeptemberFest will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19th from Noon to 5:00pm. While supplies last, tickets for the Grape Stomp may be purchased the day of the event starting at 11am on a first come first serve basis….

Toy Hall Of Fame
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National Toy Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Nominations

The 12 nominees were announced!
Laura Pence,

The National Toy Hall of Fame in Rochester, New York has announced its 2026 inductees. The 12 nominees were announced yesterday…including popular toys like Tickle Me Elmo, “Bop It,” Care Bears, the Pokémon trading card game and Polly Pockets. Fans can vote for which of the 12 nominees they want to see inducted. Voting runs now through September 23rd. The…

Aim
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How AIM Acupuncture Helped One Woman Find Relief from Fibromyalgia

Visit AIMLiveLife.com for details on the services they offer.
Laura Pence,

Greg talks with Tonya Weber of AIM Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, plus hear from one patient who found relief with AIM for fibroyalgia. AIM Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine is located at 1000 2nd Avenue South, Suite 340, in North Myrtle Beach.  Call 843-273-4467 for more information. Visit AIMLiveLife.com for details on the services they offer. You can also keep up with AIM…

Deal Days
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Walmart, Target and Amazon Announce October Deal Days

They’re happening almost at the exact same time.
Laura Pence,

The holiday shopping season is apparently starting before we’ve even made it to Halloween. Walmart, Target and Amazon are all rolling out major October sales and they’re happening almost at the exact same time. Walmart gets the deal wars started first, with its event running October 5th through the 11th, featuring discounts on everything from home goods and fashion to…

Wellness Darty
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Why are Young People Into “Wellness Darties?”

Apparently, the latest trend on college campuses is a "wellness darty."
Laura Pence,

For decades, there’d be parents who would worry that their college kids were having too much fun at parties. And now, they may be concerned that they’re not having enough fun. Apparently, the latest trend on college campuses is a “wellness darty.” A darty is a “daytime party,” which isn’t that unusual, and they usually involve booze, music, and hanging…

Ryzon
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Myrtle Mile Race to Benefit Ryzon Refuge

Saturday October 17th, 2026 at Grand Lake at Market Common
Laura Pence,

Amber and Jake Polca of Ryzon Refuge were in the studio with details on the upcoming Myrtle Mile Race event. Saturday October 17th, 2026 at Grand Lake at Market Common The race will start and finish near Shelter A with a 9:00am start. All registered participants will receive a t-shirt (if registered by 9/30) & post-race refreshments. The event is…

Shower
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How Long You Should Actually be Showering

The average American spends about 16 minutes in the shower.
Laura Pence,

If your shower doubles as your personal spa, thinking room and private concert venue, experts have some disappointing news…you probably don’t need to be in there nearly that long. The average American spends about 16 minutes in the shower, but one environmental scientist says just three minutes is enough to get your body clean. Add about two more minutes if…

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