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Why Learning a Second Language is Good for the Brain

A new study found that people who speak multiple languages tend to have “younger” brains.
Laura Pence,

Learning a second language may do more than help you communicate—it could also help keep your brain younger as you age. A new study found that people who speak multiple languages tend to have “younger” brains, with bilingual participants showing brains that appeared about six years younger than those who spoke only one language. Speaking three or four languages was…

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Meet Trixie from Kind Keeper Animal Rescue!

Visit KindKeeper.org for more information.
Laura Pence,

Britney Hauser and Trixie of Kind Keeper were in the studio for Carolina AM. If you’re interested in Trixie or one of her siblings, call 843-427-4388. You can also go online to see all of the other adoptable animals. Plus, join in on their upcoming events! Puppies & Pilates at Sneaky Beagle – July 18th Or, you can find them…

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NASA is Looking for People to Spend a Year in a Simulated Habitat

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, between 30 and 55 years old.
Laura Pence,

If you’ve ever wanted to experience life on mars, NASA has an opportunity that might be right up your alley. The space agency is looking for volunteers willing to spend a year pretending they’re millions of miles from earth. They’re recruiting four volunteers for a year-long simulation, where they’ll live in isolated habitats to help scientists prepare for future deep-space…

Sunscreen
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The Top Places We Forget to Put Sunscreen

Do you make sure you cover every square inch?
Laura Pence,

How careful are you when you put sunblock on? Do you make sure you cover every square inch? Because apparently most of us don’t. A recent study had people apply sunscreen to their face. That’s one of the primary spots for skin cancer. Then they used a special UV camera to show the spots they missed. The average person missed…

Grilling
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Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When it Comes to Grilling

84% of Americans say they'd grill more if they had more opportunities to...
Laura Pence,

July is National Grilling Month and according to a new report, the average American enjoys 13 “grill days” per year. 84% of Americans say they’d grill more if they had more opportunities to…although 49% say they aren’t 100% comfortable at the grill. The top fears include: grilling chicken, dropping meat through the grates, running out of propane, and cooking things…

I Hate Hamlet
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Dream House Theatre Presents: I Hate Hamlet

Showtimes run from July 16th through the 26th.
Laura Pence,

Sean Pierce and Patrick Nguyen were in the studio representing the Dream House Theatre and their upcoming production of I Hate Hamlet. Showtimes run from July 16th through the 26th. Get tickets here! The theatre is located at 10177 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC.

Duck Fest
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Myrtle Duck Festival Will Bring the Community Together to Support Local Nonprofits

Visit MyrtleDuckFestival.com to pick your cause!
Laura Pence,

The Myrtle Duck Festival will be hed in the Market Common on July 25th with gates opening at 11:00am and the race starting at 5:00pm. Enjoy a full day of live music, food trucks, endors, family fun, and exciting competitions! Cheer on competitors in the Joe’s Crab Shack Crab Crackin’ Championship, watch a six-foot mural come to life during Canvas…

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Salt Life Church to Host Back to School Supply Drive

Jason Walter of Salt Life Church shares details on the Back to School Supply Drive.
Laura Pence,

Salt Life Church is hosting a Back to School Supply drive tomorrow, July 11th, 2026 at the Walmart in Surfside Beach! Stop by from 10:00am to 2:00pm and help them collect 5 items: loose leaf paper, three prong pocket folers, pens, highlighters and composition notebooks. You can help students start the year prepared and ready to succeed! The supplies collected…

Ft Kitchen
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FT Kitchen and Bath Transformed One Couple’s Kitchen Into the Heart of Their Home

Visit FTRenovate.com for more information.
Laura Pence,

Greg catches up with Mike Hayes of FT Kitchen and Bath following a recent renovation project. Plus, hear about one couple’s experience with the company. Their kitchen was originally too small and closed in but is now the WOW factor in their home, thanks to FT Kitchen and Bath. FT Kitchen and Bath has been remodeling homes in Myrtle Beach, South…