It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Myrtle Beach, SC is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Gina Berry takes time explaining why home care and Always Best Care is the best choice for your family’s needs. The Team at Always Best is thoughtful and supportive they go out of their way to make you feel heard and understood. They customize the care plan, care team and schedule. I recommend them to anyone considering aging in place.”
“I am a current client of this provider From a caretakers/daughters point of view: This service is a savior for me personally. It relieves me from having to miss a lot of work time to travel to my mothers appt, now I can meet her at the appt. and save this time. The care and service she is getting is TOP NOTCH! From how easy it is for my mother to schedule and the follow through is right on the money. From a person getting the services: Melissa is the best, she calls me weekly to remind me of my appointments coming up. I am very pleased with the services and absolutely pleased with the services provided. I know that this alone helps ease the mind of my daughter. Thank you to the team at Always Best Care!”
“Always Best Care is a great company to work for and if you are looking for care for a loved one, I highly recommend them. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and supportive. I work in the senior industry and recommend Always Best Care to my clients that need extra support in their home or while family is away. Always Best Care will respond immediately and truly show compassion to others.”
“The Staff, the care teams and the owners are one of a kind! They take the time to ensure your care needs are met. Highly recommend giving them a call if you have senior care or senior living questions or concerns.”
“Nate took the time to meet with me and my family and help make sense of the questions we had when it came to the short and long term care of our loved one. When you have an elderly parent or a loved one with disabilities there are so many questions and so many emotions. It can be so confusing and it was hard for us to find one person or one company that has the knowledge and grasp of this industry that Nate has. We cannot thank him enough for guiding us through this process and his amazing bedside manner!”
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“This is one of the best companies I’ve worked for in a long time. The owners, Nate and Melisa, genuinely care about clients AND staff. They go above and beyond to support, encourage, and help everyone they work with. Their doors are always open, they’re generous with their time, and they truly want their staff to succeed. Donna in the billing department is fabulous, always available to answer questions or help in any way; Katrina in scheduling puts in so much time and effort to accommodate everyone’s needs and it’s amazing how well she handles everything; Angel works diligently on recruiting and training, making sure there’s plenty of staff to provide quality care; and Jackie is an incredible CHAMP, making sure clients are properly reassessed and care givers have the right tools and knowledge to do their job. ABC is a fantastic, compassionate, caring team I’m proud to be a part of, and I’m proud to serve our clients, too.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Chapin Memorial Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Library Restaurant or visit Charlie's Place, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Myrtle Beach, SC, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Myrtle Beach, SC understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Myrtle Beach, SC 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
For tourists and locals alike, restaurants and bars are a popular draw for Grand Strand nightlife. But for visitors hoping for cheap drink deals, alcoholic beverages can be surprisingly costly. Because of local liquor taxes, drink prices that don’t include taxes can show up considerably more expensive on a receipt than on a menu.While alcoholic beverages purchased from stores are still taxed, the items are considered retail purchases, which have lower tax rates. Alcohol bought from liquor or grocery stores in the city of Myrtle ...
For tourists and locals alike, restaurants and bars are a popular draw for Grand Strand nightlife. But for visitors hoping for cheap drink deals, alcoholic beverages can be surprisingly costly. Because of local liquor taxes, drink prices that don’t include taxes can show up considerably more expensive on a receipt than on a menu.
While alcoholic beverages purchased from stores are still taxed, the items are considered retail purchases, which have lower tax rates. Alcohol bought from liquor or grocery stores in the city of Myrtle Beach is taxed at 9% and alcohol bought in stores everywhere else in Horry County is taxed at 8%.
However, alcoholic drinks purchased at restaurants, bars and other establishments intended for on-premises consumption have different rates. Here’s how those taxes break down.
Most restaurant purchases in Atlantic Beach, Aynor, Conway, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach and unincorporated areas of Horry County are taxed at 10.5%, according to Horry County director of public information Mikayla Moskov. This includes foods, non-alcoholic drinks and all non-liquor alcoholic beverages, like beer and wine.
The 10.5% tax is comprised of:
On top of that 10.5%, South Carolina has a 5% liquor by the drink tax that applies only to beverages with liquor purchased for on-premise consumption. With that added tax, liquor and mixed drinks purchased at restaurants in these areas incur a 15.5% tax rate.
But there are two cities in Horry County where that rate is a little different: Myrtle Beach and Loris.
Myrtle Beach has an additional 1% tourism development fee, which brings the tax rate on non-liquor restaurant purchases, including beer, wine and food, to 11.5%. Likewise, liquor purchased in restaurants is taxed at 16.5%.
Loris, on the other hand, has a slightly lower tax rate in restaurants. Because the local hospital fee remits 0.5% to the city, the total hospitality fee in Loris is 2%. This means that the sale of liquor in restaurants is taxed at 15% and all other restaurant purchases are taxed at 10%.
This story was originally published November 14, 2024, 6:00 AM.
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Maria Elena Scott writes about trending topics and what you need to know in the Grand Strand. She studied journalism at the University of Houston and covered Cleveland news before coming to the Palmetto State.
Geoff Blount is shaping balls of dough, measuring each piece and then rolling it on a floured, wooden table.He usually makes between 50 to 60 loaves of sourdough bread a day. But on this Wednesday morning, Blount and the staff at Levé are getting ready for the weekend farmers markets, which will require between 450 to 500 loaves.Blount is the co-owner of the bakery, located at 224 Daytona St. in Conway, along with Audrey Brletich. Levé...
Geoff Blount is shaping balls of dough, measuring each piece and then rolling it on a floured, wooden table.
He usually makes between 50 to 60 loaves of sourdough bread a day. But on this Wednesday morning, Blount and the staff at Levé are getting ready for the weekend farmers markets, which will require between 450 to 500 loaves.
Blount is the co-owner of the bakery, located at 224 Daytona St. in Conway, along with Audrey Brletich. Levé is a French word that means “rise up.”
Blount has been baking bread since 2022, but the chefs opened the retail store in March 2024. It’s also where they bake their bread, desserts, croissants and cookies that are made with leftover sourdough and can be bought at the store.
The small bakery has gained a following for its bread. So much so, that it began offering classes for people to learn how to make sourdough and every class has been sold out. Classes for January and February, as of Oct. 23, 2024, were close to selling out as well.
Since it is a small bakery, space is limited to six people. However, that means that students get a more personal experience and learn how to make different types of bread, including sourdough. Cost is $100 per person.
“I think bread kind of chooses you,” Blount said.
Blount, who has been in the culinary business for more than 20 years, said bread-making is not glamorous, largely because it takes 18 to 24 hours to make one loaf.
However, sourdough bread making is seeing a resurgence, prompted by COVID-19 pandemic, when businesses and activities were shut down, giving people more time to explore hobbies and interests.
“(The) best thing COVID ever did was to reset sourdough,” Blount said.
After working at several restaurants across the country, Blount eventually became a culinary teacher at Horry-Georgetown Technical College. He wrote the culinary program for colleges in South Carolina, and even was a contestant on Season 6 of the “Holiday Baking Show” on HGTV, making it to the final four.
“I love teaching. I love sharing,” Blount said.
Brletich, who is one of Blount’s former students, uses her pastry skills to make cheesecakes and croissants at the bakery.
On a Wednesday evening in October, Brletich teaches people who signed up for the bakery’s bread class how to score a loaf of bread.
This is the fourth class for the students. They have been able to take Blount’s instructions and bake their own bread at home.
However, it wasn’t without practice and some disappointments. “I made a loaf that you couldn’t use as a doorstop,” said Debbie Phillips of Conway. But now, she’s had more successes than failures.
“We have fun,” Blount said. “Everyone can make (sourdough bread) with practice and time.”
The bakery is not the only place in the Myrtle Beach area you can learn to make dishes. Several restaurants offer classes to teach how to make food items they serve.
Here’s where you can learn:
This North Myrtle Beach bakery offers baked goods, as well as breakfast and lunch. Baked items include cakes and cupcakes.
The bakery located at 4007 Highway 17 S. also offers classes for people to learn how to do what they do.
Upcoming classes include cookie decorating on Nov. 19 and cupcake decorating on Nov. 25.
Class information is available on their Facebook page.
Students can learn how to make two loaves of white bread at an upcoming class on Nov. 21. The class at the Conway cafe, which is located at 1022 3rd Ave. in Conway, is $45.
Another class set for Nov. 26 will teach how to make your own charcuterie board just in time for Thanksgiving. The class is $65.
The cafe offers other classes as well. Information is available on their Facebook page.
Chef Jane offers classes on making homemade pasta, appetizers and other dishes such as seared scallops.
The $70 classes are offered each month and are limited to six people per class. Classes are held at 911 Waterbridge Blvd. in Myrtle Beach.
A class on Nov. 20 will teach students how to make chicken and shrimp francaise.
Information can be found on chef’s Facebook page.
This unique ice cream shop at 304 Main St. in Conway has classes to teach students to not only make ice cream spaghetti, but also offers demonstrations of ice cream-eccentric takes on such desserts as churros and baklava in its World Dessert Studies 101.
You can grab 10 of your friends and become a spaghetti ice cream pro in the restaurant’s workshop which teaches how to create its gourmet creations. The cost is $250.
Chef Lindsey Rollings offers monthly culinary experiences at her North Myrtle Beach bake shop, including learning to make lasagna, a three-course tapas meal and cooking a steak.
The bake shop’s classes are listed on the restaurant’s website. The shop is located at 613 Main St.
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A new Amazon facility in North Myrtle Beach is bringing jobs and a faster delivery speed to the Grand Strand just in time for the holidays.“Welcome Amazon to the City of North Myrtle Beach,” said North Myrtle Beach Mayor Marilyn Hatley.The newly opened facility was years in the making and now has many opportunities to bolster the local economy.“It’s going to create jobs for the community and for years we’ve talked about diversifying our economy and so that&r...
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A new Amazon facility in North Myrtle Beach is bringing jobs and a faster delivery speed to the Grand Strand just in time for the holidays.
“Welcome Amazon to the City of North Myrtle Beach,” said North Myrtle Beach Mayor Marilyn Hatley.
The newly opened facility was years in the making and now has many opportunities to bolster the local economy.
“It’s going to create jobs for the community and for years we’ve talked about diversifying our economy and so that’s what we’re doing out at the Palmetto Industrial Park,” said Hatley.
Hatley said it’s that diversification that they hope will keep the economy strong year-round - especially when it comes to those seasonal workers after the summer ends.
City Councilwoman Nikki Fontana said that in addition to the economic benefits, there’s also something in it for consumers.
“I just think it’s going to add another level of convenience for everyone who doesn’t want to get out and shop,” she said.
That’s especially important with holidays right around the corner.
The same-day facility promises delivery within 24 hours, with many packages arriving just five hours after ordering.
Sam Blatt - Amazon’s Economic Development manager for Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina - said it will make a difference this holiday season.
“For this facility specifically, you know it’s going to be great to help people get those last-minute gifts if they need them or to get some of that holiday shopping out of the way early. With that fast delivery promise that we offer at the facility,” said Blatt.
Amazon announced it would be hiring 2,000 seasonal workers state-wide with many being hired here in North Myrtle Beach making at least $18 an hour.
In addition, this new facility will provide about 100 full-time positions.
“I just think it’s great to have Amazon here and I just want to welcome them to our city,” said Fontana.
Hatley hopes this facility attracts others to continue diversifying the economy, but she said there will be a balance.
“We’re going to be very careful on what type of companies because we want good quality companies to be a part of our community,” said Hatley said.
Blatt told WMBF News that dozens of those full-time positions have been filled.
He said jobs are posted on Fridays after 7 p.m.
Stay with WMBF News for updates.
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Daily gasoline consumption in South Carolina has fallen by 276,300 gallons over the past five years, Energy Information Administration data shows.Residents of South Carolina purchased 6.9 million gallons of gas daily in 2021—the latest state-level data available—totaling about 1.3 gallons per person. This marks a 3.9% decrease since 2016, compared to a 5.7% decrease nationwide over the same period....
Daily gasoline consumption in South Carolina has fallen by 276,300 gallons over the past five years, Energy Information Administration data shows.
Residents of South Carolina purchased 6.9 million gallons of gas daily in 2021—the latest state-level data available—totaling about 1.3 gallons per person. This marks a 3.9% decrease since 2016, compared to a 5.7% decrease nationwide over the same period.
Truck Parking Club compiled information on South Carolina gas consumption as part of a larger national analysis mapping states' daily gas sales per capita. The most recent state-level data available is for 2021, meaning these statistics reflect the COVID-19 pandemic-era dip.
Americans overall are using less gas. From 2017 to 2022, daily national gas sales fell by about 6.5 million gallons. Even more striking, Americans purchased 21.2 million fewer gallons of gas daily in 2021 compared to 2016, as the pandemic depressed gasoline sales.
During the pandemic's peak, remote work and limited in-person events meant less driving and therefore less gas used. Some pandemic shifts that impact gas usage have been sustained, including remote work. Just over 15% of Americans worked from home in 2022, compared to about 5% in 2017. That swath of remote workers came primarily from those who previously drove to work, thus decreasing daily commuters and in turn gas sales.
Other factors contributing to lower gas consumption among Americans include a gradual increase in fuel efficiency. Electric vehicles now make up a larger share of cars on American roads. Relatively high gas prices coupled with other rising costs mean many Americans are cutting back and using less fuel when possible.
However, these trends have not taken root equally across the nation.
Generally, those in Southern states consumed more gas while those in the Northeast and West utilized less gas.
Montana maintained the highest gas sales at 1.9 gallons per person per day in 2021. It was followed closely by Wyoming (1.7 gallons), with Louisiana, Kansas, and Rhode Island rounding out the top five (1.5 gallons).
Montana and Wyoming, neighboring states in the U.S. mountain region, have similarities contributing to higher gas consumption. They are two of the nation's least densely populated states, with above-average rates of commuting by car and a lower prevalence of remote work. EVs remain unpopular, and charging infrastructure is sparse. Public transit usage ranks in the bottom 15 nationwide, according to U.S. News & World Report—as it does for Louisiana and Kansas. The latter two states also have extremely low gas prices, likely contributing to higher sales rates.
Rhode Island stands out among the high-consumption states as a small, densely packed state with decent transit ridership. Relatively low gas prices may contribute to increased usage.
Meanwhile, several other Northeastern states saw the lowest gas sales per capita: Washington D.C., New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Massachusetts, states with high population density and high ridership rates on robust public transportation systems. What's more, the average income of residents in these states is higher than national averages, making it more feasible to purchase newer, more fuel-efficient cars and EVs. Plus, with shorter travel distances and relatively dense—and expanding—EV charging infrastructure in these metro areas, typical drawbacks of EVs, such as a limited driving range or lack of charging stations, aren't as relevant.
Compounding factors, including density, public infrastructure, gas prices, and average income, affect gas use across geographies. Continued advancements in fuel-efficient transportation technology and the adoption of alternative-fuel vehicles like EVs will likely continue chipping away at gas consumption in years to come.
This story features data reporting and writing by Paxtyn Merten and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states and Washington D.C.
This story originally appeared on Truck Parking Club and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio.
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This story was originally published November 13, 2024, 12:33 PM.
Thanksgiving is just weeks away and although the holiday is known for cooking classic dishes and the food comas that follow, the Grand Strand has plenty of dining out options.Whether you’re not a fan of the holiday, or simply don’t feel like tackling Thanksgiving kitchen clean up, these 20 restaurants open on Nov. 28 offer something for everyone.The Brentwood Restaurant and Wine BistroThe Brentwood in Little River wi...
Thanksgiving is just weeks away and although the holiday is known for cooking classic dishes and the food comas that follow, the Grand Strand has plenty of dining out options.
Whether you’re not a fan of the holiday, or simply don’t feel like tackling Thanksgiving kitchen clean up, these 20 restaurants open on Nov. 28 offer something for everyone.
The Brentwood Restaurant and Wine Bistro
The Brentwood in Little River will be open Thanksgiving day from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. to serve family-style Thanksgiving dishes like turkey, ham and stuffing. Adults can dine for $46.99, kids 10 years and younger dine for $12.99 and children three years and younger eat free. The restaurant is accepting reservations by phone at 843-249-2601.
Carolina Roadhouse
Carolina Roadhouse in Myrtle Beach will be open on Thanksgiving from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. with regular menu items and a special holiday menu with turkey, ham, cornbread and more. The Thanksgiving meal will be $29.95 for adults and $14.95 for kids aged 10 and younger.
Carolina Seafood and Steak
From 12 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 28, Carolina Seafood and Steak in Myrtle Beach will offer a Thanksgiving meal with dishes like turkey, prime rib, salmon and more. The holiday meal will be $55 for adults and $25 for kids 12 years and younger. Walk-ins are welcome, or visitors can make reservations at 843-945-9288.
Clark’s Seafood and Chop House
Clark’s in Little River will be open Thanksgiving day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Thanksgiving menu will offer customers a choice of prime rib or turkey and sides like macaroni and cheese and sweet potato souffle. The meal will be $44 for adults and $22 for children 12 and younger. Guests can call 843-399-8888 to make reservations.
The Family Barn Restaurant
The Family Barn in Surfside Beach will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Adult meals will be $29.99 and kids meals will be $12.99. Dishes will include turkey, ham, cornbread stuffing and more. While walk-ins are accepted, the Family Barn recommends calling 843-808-9051 to make reservations.
Gauchos Brazilian Steakhouse
On Thanksgiving Gauchos Brazilian Steakhouse in Myrtle Beach will be open from 12 to 8 p.m. The restaurant will offer all-you-can-eat salad, Brazilian sides and meats like turkey, beef, chicken and lamb for $34.95. If you’re interested in the meal but have other Thanksgiving arrangements, Gauchos is offering the “feast” now through Nov. 30. To make reservations, call 843-945-9081.
Greg Norman Australian Grille
On Thanksgiving day Greg Norman Australian Grille in North Myrtle Beach will be open and serving dishes like a turkey dinner, steak and salmon Rockefeller. Those interested can make a reservation online here.
Gulfstream Cafe
Visitors can eat Thanksgiving dinner by the water at Gulfstream Cafe in Garden City. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. In addition to regular menu items, Gulfstream Cafe will offer a Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, ham, pie and more. The Thanksgiving special will be $29.95 for adults and $14.95 for kids.
The Hangout
The Hangout at Broadway at the Beach is offering a “family-style” Thanksgiving meal from 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. The event will be $32.99 for adults, $14.99 for children ages six through 11 and free for kids five years and younger. Reservations can be booked online here.
Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe at Broadway at the Beach will be open for a Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 28 from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. In addition to the restaurant’s usual menu, Hard Rock Cafe will have a holiday menu featuring Thanksgiving classics like turkey, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. Adult Thanksgiving dinners will be $30.99, while holiday dinners for kids 12 years and younger will be $12.95. Visitors can book their Thanksgiving meals online here.
House of Blues
The Myrtle Beach House of Blues location will be open Thanksgiving Day. In addition to live music by the Mike Duva Duo, House of Blues will offer a buffet with southern favorites and Thanksgiving classics. The buffet is $47 for adults, $23 for children aged 4 to 10 years and free for kids three years and younger. Those interested can call 843-913-3746 to make a reservation.
Magnolia’s at 26th
On Nov. 28, Magnolia’s at 26th will offer a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. The buffet will offer classic holiday favorites like turkey, sweet potato casserole and collard greens for $27.99 per person, not including tax and drinks. While not required, Magnolia’s recommends booking a reservation in advance by phone at 843-839-3993.
Ocean Blue Restaurant and Lounge
Beach lovers can spend Thanksgiving dinner on the waterfront at Ocean Blue Restaurant and Lounge in the Doubletree Hotel. In addition to more traditional Thanksgiving food, Ocean Blue will offer dishes like monk fish, steak and ravioli. Visitors can make reservations by phone at 843-315-6990.
On the Half Shell
On the Half Shell in Murrells Inlet will be open Thanksgiving day and offer all-day breakfast and traditional holiday foods like turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and more from 11 am until they sell out. Customers can call 843-651-1296 to make reservations.
Radd Dew’s Bar-B-Que
Radd Dew’s BBQ in Aynor will be open and serving “Turkey Day faves” on Thanksgiving day from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. with limited reservations. Reservations are limited, according to a social media post. Visitors can book a table at the barbecue restaurant by texting or calling 843-602-1343.
Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse
Both the Myrtle Beach and the North Myrtle Beach locations of Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse will open Thanksgiving day, starting at 12 p.m. For $48.95, guests can enjoy the salad bar, meat and Thanksgiving fixings. The restaurants are accepting reservations, which can be made online here.
RipTydz Oceanfront Grille and Rooftop Bar
RipTydz in Myrtle Beach will be open on Thanksgiving from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. In addition to its regular menu, the restaurant will offer a dessert bar and a special Thanksgiving menu featuring dishes like crab-stuffed flounder, turkey dinner and honey-glazed ham dinner. According to the social media post, reservations are optional.
Scrambled
Thanksgiving diners looking for a meal earlier in the day can visit Scrambled in Carolina Forest on Nov. 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. According to a social media post, Thanksgiving reservations at the breakfast favorite are limited and can be booked by phone at 843-903-7946.
Thoroughbreds Chophouse
Thoroughbreds Chophouse in Myrtle Beach will offer a three-course meal on Thanksgiving. The menu, which will feature an entree choice between turkey, ham and prime rib, will be $65 for adults and $25 for kids 12 years and under. Those interested can make reservations online or by phone at 843-497-2336.
Wahoo’s Fish House
Wahoo’s Fish House in Murrells Inlet is accepting reservations for a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The seafood restaurant will offer traditional Thanksgiving food like turkey and green bean casserole, as well as seafood options like salmon and shrimp. The buffet will be $42.95 for adults, $15.95 for children ages 6 through 11 and free kids five and under. Spots are limited, according to a social media post, and guests can book reservations by phone at 843-651-5800.
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