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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“Always Best Care has been a lifesaver for our family. We have worked with them twice, both in emergency situations and they have treated us as if we were their only clients. Within an hour of our first call, we had paperwork completed and a caregiver on the way – and that was a holiday weekend. When the second emergency occurred, we knew exactly who to contact. We truly appreciate everything that Lisa, Melissa and the entire team have done for our family.”
“Thank you for the care you gave to my dad. He did not have any family living close to him. My sister and I were relived to know he was well taken care of. The caregivers truly care about your loved ones.”
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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care was just absolutely wonderful. I needed to qualify people who could deal with my sister with brain cancer. My sister would throw people in and out of her house; it was crazy. She died on December 5th. Always Best Care sent incredible people. I don't know where they came from, but they had one girl who was the only person my sister never attempted to throw out of the house. I'd never hear one bad word about this woman who was actually pulling double shifts at the end because my sister liked her so much. For some reason, this woman understood my sister and brain cancer. Brain cancer is hard to deal with because people could be pretty mean and abusive and they don't know what they're doing really. My sister was also going blind at the same time. It was not easy. I just wanted to say what wonderful care we received from Always Best Care. It was amazing. They were just coming and being there. My sister was crazy, and she didn't want anybody overnight, until she finally let me have someone come in overnight. On that night, she died. She got to die in her home, which is what I'm trying to do because that too was the most important thing of all. Always Best Care was able to staff at short notice and send really good people. I was impressed, and I would highly recommend them. They would help my sister get to the bathroom. She weighed 70 pounds when she died, but she was still able to walk. She had cancers on both her femurs, and her blood pressure was 80/47. They just helped with everything, like fixing her small meals, fixing coffee, and talking to her if she wanted to talk or not talking to her if she didn't want to talk. They were just very great with their help. My sister had brain cancer and she was belligerent. Always Best Care would find people within their staff. Also, it didn't take them long, I didn't have to wait. We had letters from others saying they don't have staff right now. With Always Best Care, I did it over the phone with a woman who was a Godsend. I think the caregiver was sent almost the first day and was there every day except on the weekend when they sent someone else. That person seemed to work out OK, too, which amazed me. For some reason, these people knew how to appease someone who is really crazy. It was the cancer; it was in my sister's head. You have to be tough-skinned and just realize that this is the disease talking to you and not a person. They were able to do that, and I feel very blessed.”
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“I used this nursing service for my cousin Pat who had cancer. I can not express the level of care and compassion that was shown for her. The nurses felt like family! Especially Alicia. You treated my cousin as if she was your family and I can't thank you enough for that. You not only took care of her but us also. I would recommend this service 100%! We only used them for 1 month as my cousin passed quickly. I d not have a single negative remark. Thank you Chuck! Your nurses are amazing.”
“I love being able to work with this company, the owners are great people and support me daily! We have many calls to work on performance and continue to grow and learn!”
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“I am a past client of this provider Services were geared according to need. We were looking at rehab and they were willing to see what was needed. Very flexible and focused needs of patient All caregivers were on time We had a great experience”
“I am a past client of this provider I used this nursing service for my cousin Pat who had cancer. I can not express the level of care and compassion that was shown for her. The nurses felt like family! Especially Alicia. You treated my cousin as if she was your family and I can't thank you enough for that. You not only took care of her but us also. I would recommend this service 100%! We only used them for 1 month as my cousin passed quickly. I d not have a single negative remark. Thank you Chuck! Your nurses are amazing. Donna O.”
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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.
The South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association released its all-state teams for the 2024-25 season on Thursday.Here is the list of players who made the list along with the players of the year for each classification:Player of the Year: Korie Corbett, Ridge ViewAll-state team: D’ontez Walker, JL Mann; Caden Coleman, Greenville; Colt Fowler, Byrnes; Sebi Boyogueno, Riverside; Mike Jones, Indian Land; Logan Parker, Fort Mill; Yasir Cromer, River Bluff; Bryson Taylor, Dutch Fork; TJ Lewis, Blythewood; ...
The South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association released its all-state teams for the 2024-25 season on Thursday.
Here is the list of players who made the list along with the players of the year for each classification:
Player of the Year: Korie Corbett, Ridge View
All-state team: D’ontez Walker, JL Mann; Caden Coleman, Greenville; Colt Fowler, Byrnes; Sebi Boyogueno, Riverside; Mike Jones, Indian Land; Logan Parker, Fort Mill; Yasir Cromer, River Bluff; Bryson Taylor, Dutch Fork; TJ Lewis, Blythewood; Trevon Johnson, Conway; Bryson Sams, Socastee; Ja’Quell Brown, Goose Creek; Damien Kinloch, Berkeley; Clayton Everett, Ashley Ridge; Gavin Ward, James Island; Justus Bell, Dutch Fork; BJ Brown, Sumter; Shane Potts, Goose Creek; Melvin Teal, Summerville; Nasir Berry, Fort Mill; Jaden Johnson, Dorman; Roman Cooley, Greenville; Yale Davis, Ridge View
Player of the Year: Josh Leonard, Wilson
All-state team: Jordan Watford, Lancaster; Abijah Franklin, Wren; Amare Anderson, Greer; DaRon Dunbar, North Augusta; Harry Skinner, Bluffton; Kmajay Jenkins, Westside; Mikey Williams, Greer; Shannon Davis, Crestwood; Tristan Thompson, Wilson; Levi Ball, Gray Collegiate; Narrius Jones, Laurens; Trevon Raymon, South Pointe; LJ Britt, Gray Collegiate; Darius Franklin, Lakewood; Ry’Darius Hill, South Pointe
Player of the Year: Brian Sumpter, Keenan
All-state team: Jaleel McGee, Powdersville; Amos Jones, Georgetown; Brelin Dennis, Belton Honea Path; Eric Gray, Union County; Gabriel Riesgo, Oceanside Collegiate; Bryson Drummond, Mountain View Prep; Kobe Sims, Fox Creek; Jonathan Perry, Christ Church; Khalid Sherman, Loris; Marco Simpson, North Charleston; Jas’yiah Davis, Crescent; Quan Burton, Powdersville; Justin Vining, Fox Creek; Zamaurious Robertson, Dillon; Jordan McGahee, Orangeburg-Wilkinson
Co-Players of the Year: Bryce Peterson, Andrew Jackson; and Eli Brown, Chesnee
All-state team: Ta’Maj Gilliam, Batesburg-Leesville; Tushawn Richardson, Clinton; Amarion Wilson, Bridges Prep; Hudson Hatch, Philip Simmons; Jamie Brooks, Atlantic Collegiate; Benett Edwards, Landrum; C.J. Springs, Saluda; Devin Swindler, Clinton; Antwon Young, York Prep; Darius Brooks, Hampton County; Blake Darby, Philip Simmons; Dakarai Worley, Mullins; J’Sean Sanders, High Point Academy; Caden Edmond, Central
Co-Players of the Year: Gavin Hood, Great Falls; and Bryson Robinson, Bethune Bowman
All-state team: Stetson Stack, North; Aidan Walls, Horse Creek Academy; Jaden Baylor, Abbeville; Darius Houston, McCormick; Jakari Holloman, McBee; Kenard Heyward, Carvers Bay; Tylin Jenkins, Hannah Pamplico; Joshua Goodman, Denmark-Olar; Terance Hinton, Denmark-Olar; Camden Ramsey, Cross; Terrance McFadden, Bethune Bowman; Jaden Williams, Allendale-Fairfax; Jayden Crawford, Green Sea Floyds; Tyrek Wright, McBee
Player of the Year: Skyla Tuthill, Ashley Ridge
All-state team: Shiriah Harris, Gaffney; Chase Thomas, Blythewood; Alaina Carter, Berkeley; Miracle McLean, Carolina Forest; Michaela Fairwell, Dutch Fork; Samara Lucas, Clover; Jade Hailstock, JL Mann; Ava Owens, Greenville; Faith Framer, North Myrtle Beach; Molly Daugherty, Summerville; Anasia Harvey, Ridge View; Chloe Hudson, Rock Hill; Danielle Oliver, Greenwood; Morgan White, Dorman; Izzy Saville, Lexington; Ciara Mustapher, Stratford; Aubrey Stevenson, Rock Hill; India Williams, Blythewood; Destiny Ladson, West Ashley; Shaelyn Hayes, White Knoll; Elly Trickett, Riverside; Lauren Crosland, Spring Valley; Madeline Dates, Goose Creek
Player of the Year: Ja’Niya Cunningham, South Pointe
All-state team: Khalia Hartwell, Westside; Zoe Young, Laurens; Opal Maralit, Blue Ridge; Celena Grant, North Augusta; Hannah Rosato, Bishop England; Harmony Bostick, South Florence; Jhnai Sumter, Lower Richland; Braylin Mungo, Camden; Kaleigh Lucas, South Pointe; Lila Mann, Daniel; Kadence Walker-Lee, Gray Collegiate; Ashley Walker, North Augusta; Chi’Nya Isaac, Lower Richland; Logan Murray, Wilson; Morgan Champion, Camden
Player of the Year: Kami Roach, Walhalla
All-state team: Taelor Lee-Sutton, Keenan; Janiya Richburg, Loris; Ella Mae Schepp, Oceanside Collegiate; Krislyn Britt-Wilder, Chapman; Raegan Bryant, Powdersville; Reagan Mobley, West-Oak; Tiffany Helmer, St. Joseph’s; Sadie Burnette, Woodruff; Treasure Davis, Dillon; Teagan Scott, Oceanside Collegiate; Khwnylahi Mckinnon, Dillon; Mari ‘Asia Moody, Loris; Joey Burgess, West-Oak; Gianna Ortiz, Walhalla; Devyn Blackwell, Southside Christian
Player of the Year: Tamia Watkins, Andrew Jackson
All-state team: Kylie Fortner, Landrum; Janiyah Squire, Ninety Six; Destinee Tiller, Eau Claire; Zimarika Moorer, Lake Marion; Bryanna Graham, Burke; Nay’dia Shaw, Kingstree; Essence Rodgers, Blacksburg; Ceddrianna Springs, Saluda; Jazzlyn McMillan, Fairfield Central; Ni’Yonna Asbelle, Andrew Jackson; Lyric Jones, Hampton; Zion Prioleau, Timberland; Jaeda Davis, Marion; Emiley McCall, Andrew Jackson; Reagan Rivers, Chesterfield
Co-Players of the Year: Aveion Walker, Denmark-Olar; and Dream Watson, Military Magnet
All-state team: Autumn Thomas, Calhoun Falls Charter; Serenity Williams, Lee Central; Kailen Parks, North; Kerri O’Shields, Dixie; Aniah Porter, CA Johnson; Cassidy Pough, Calhoun County; Ry’Naisha Barnes, Denmark-Olar; DaNariyah Williams, Military Magnet; Stella Eichhorn, Ware Shoals; Naomi House, McBee; Tilayzia Youmans, Hunter Kinard Tyler; Raven Brown, Bamberg Ehrhardt; Zaniyah Pelzer, Bethune Bowman; D’Essence Graham, Carvers Bay
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Lou Bezjak is the High School Sports Prep Coordinator for The (Columbia) State and (Hilton Head) Island Packet. He previously worked at the Florence Morning News and had covered high school sports in South Carolina since 2002. Lou is a two-time South Carolina Sports Writer of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.
Updated at 12:12 p.m. on Feb. 20A light dusting of snow began falling across the Myrtle Beach area early Thursday afternoon.Snow flakes could be seen in the Market Common and Surfside Beach area. The snow shower will likely leave quickly and without a trace, said Mark Bacon with the National Weather Service“It shouldn’t last long in any given location,” Bacon.He also said there’s a heavier snow shower headed north of Coastal Carolina University.Drivers could experience hazardo...
Updated at 12:12 p.m. on Feb. 20
A light dusting of snow began falling across the Myrtle Beach area early Thursday afternoon.
Snow flakes could be seen in the Market Common and Surfside Beach area. The snow shower will likely leave quickly and without a trace, said Mark Bacon with the National Weather Service
“It shouldn’t last long in any given location,” Bacon.
He also said there’s a heavier snow shower headed north of Coastal Carolina University.
Drivers could experience hazardous travel Thursday morning as some roadways were reported to have ice accumulation, including black ice, from freezing rain and cold temperatures.
Horry County remains under a winter weather advisory until 10 a.m. Thursday, as well as a cold weather advisory for Thursday night into Friday morning.
Nearly 28,000 people were without power Thursday morning in the Myrtle Beach area, according to outage maps from Horry County Electric and Santee Cooper. Power has been restored in those areas, according to Tracy Vreeland, public relations specialist with Santee Cooper.
The outage occurred after a vehicle ran into a utility pole near the Myrtle Beach International Airport, affecting residents in the Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach area, she said.
Freezing rain that began Wednesday morning and throughout the evening was expected to bring ice accumulations to a few hundreds of an inch for most locations in the advisory area, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, North Carolina. More northern areas could receive a tenth of an inch of icing.
A cold weather advisory was issued for Thursday night, as the low is predicted to be 20 degrees, according to NWS. Wind chills are expected to be in the 10-degree to 15-degree range, according to NWS meteorologist Lauren Warner.
The temperature for Thursday morning was at 28 degrees, Warner said. “We’re below freezing,” she said.
However, Warner doesn’t expect the area to see any snow. Highs are expected to reach 40 degrees Thursday.
This story was originally published February 20, 2025 at 6:06 AM.
A Tex-Mex restaurant in Greenville owned by a Brownsville, Texas, chef is included in USA Today’s list of 2025 Restaurants of the Year.Comal 864 started as a pop-up spot in various breweries and then navigated to a spot in City View, just outside downtown Greenville, in 2021. Chef Dayna Lee-Marquez has since opened another location in Midtown, east of downtown.USA Today reporters selected ...
A Tex-Mex restaurant in Greenville owned by a Brownsville, Texas, chef is included in USA Today’s list of 2025 Restaurants of the Year.
Comal 864 started as a pop-up spot in various breweries and then navigated to a spot in City View, just outside downtown Greenville, in 2021. Chef Dayna Lee-Marquez has since opened another location in Midtown, east of downtown.
USA Today reporters selected 44 of their favorite restaurants around the country. Comal 864 is the only one chosen from South Carolina.
“It’s a celebration of local flavors and stories, curated by reporters from across the country who know that a meal of Italian cuisine in Mamaroneck can be just as rewarding as one in Manhattan,” the newspaper said.
Comal 864 is a mash up of the Spanish word for griddle and the area code for the Upstate.
It was selected by Greenville News reporter A.J. Jackson, who said the cuisine is traditional Tex-Mex with a twist.
“Chef Dayna Lee-Marquez has the expertise and charisma to infuse Japanese and Southern flavors into the ever-evolving menu while keeping it rooted in South Texas,” he wrote.
“To be chosen as part of the USA Today Restaurant of the Year 2025, it’s a huge honor,” Lee-Ma?rquez told The News. “I represent women, Latinas, and people on the fringe; there are people with far more experience than I have, so to be recognized, it’s a reminder that anything is possible if you work hard enough to achieve a goal.”
She and her husband moved to Greenville when he took a job as a mechanical engineer. She had learned to make tortillas and tamales from her grandmother and once in Greenville continued the tutorials with her young son.
A desk job caused her to rethink her goals, and Cormal 864 was the result. It took a few years, but now she is a 2023 James Beard Award semifinalist for Southeast’s Best Chef with a focus on giving back to the community.
She hosts yearly Thanksgiving meals and cooked for the community in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, which knocked out power to 90% of Greenville County.
She is not one to turn away someone who’s hungry.
“If you know us at Comal 864, you know how we feel about marginalized communities and the love we put into preparing and serving our food,” Lee-Ma?rquez told The News. “It all goes hand-in-hand ... our food is delicious because it’s made with love and no matter if we’re selling or giving it away for free, it’s made with those two ideas in mind.”
This story was originally published February 20, 2025 at 6:00 AM.
More than a year after announcing plans to expand to the Myrtle Beach area, New York-based chain Sergio’s Pizza opened a new location in Carolina Forest on Feb. 19.“The wait is over … Can’t wait to see you all at the shop. Let’s roll some dough,” a social media post from the restaurant said.Located near Kahuna Market and a Shell gas station in the Carolina Forest storefront at the intersection of Stafford Drive and...
More than a year after announcing plans to expand to the Myrtle Beach area, New York-based chain Sergio’s Pizza opened a new location in Carolina Forest on Feb. 19.
“The wait is over … Can’t wait to see you all at the shop. Let’s roll some dough,” a social media post from the restaurant said.
Located near Kahuna Market and a Shell gas station in the Carolina Forest storefront at the intersection of Stafford Drive and Carolina Forest Boulevard, Sergio’s lists its address at 108 Stafford Drive. However, at the time of publication, Google Maps lists the restaurant at 2249 Carolina Forest Blvd.
For pizza lovers eager to give a pie a try, customers can dine in, take out or order delivery within 5 miles of the restaurant, according to its Facebook page. Sergio’s Pizza is open from 11 am to 10 pm Monday through Saturday, and from 11 am to 9 pm on Sunday.
The Myrtle Beach location is the latest addition to Sergio’s Pizza 40-year history. Since the first location debuted in Riverhead, New York in 1975, Sergio’s has expanded with two more New York locations, as well as one each in North Carolina and Utah.
Menu items include calzones, salads, heroes, pasta, thick Sicilian-style pizza and, of course, New-York style pizza with a classic thin crust.
In 2023, owner Michael Pavone told The Sun News that Sergio’s Pizza Sergio’s makes its pizza in a gas oven at 600 degrees Fahrenheit and would source its bread from a bakery in Long Island.
“We’re a New York-style pizza,” Pavone said at the time. “We keep it simple, old school.”
Fans who obsess over the authenticity of New York-style pizza might also notice a difference in Sergio’s crusts. According to a Feb. 1 Facebook post, the restaurant ordered water all the way from New York for its pizza dough.
“People are starting to miss just that flavor from back home that they grew up with ... If you could just somehow mimic what they’re used to, (it) becomes an instant success,” Pavone said in 2023. “I know we’ll be able to bring that.”
A Myrtle Beach area hotel brand is renovating three of its Myrtle Beach hotels and spending a pretty penny to do it.Brittain Resorts & Hotels will upgrade the Caribbean Resort & Villas at 3000 North Ocean Blvd., Ocean Reef Resort at 7100 North Ocean Blvd. and Compass Cove Ocea...
A Myrtle Beach area hotel brand is renovating three of its Myrtle Beach hotels and spending a pretty penny to do it.
Brittain Resorts & Hotels will upgrade the Caribbean Resort & Villas at 3000 North Ocean Blvd., Ocean Reef Resort at 7100 North Ocean Blvd. and Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort at 2311 South Ocean Blvd.
In an interview with The Sun News, Brittain Chief Marketing Officer Patrick Norton said the renovations will overhaul the lobbies and common areas of the three hotels and renovate many of the rooms in each location.
Norton did not know how many rooms involved in the overhaul. He added that the room renovations would maintain the quality of the experience during their trip.
“The number one thing that people will remember from their vacation is not amenities. It’s not food and beverage, it’s not the lobby. It is the room,” Norton said. “The room makes or breaks your vacation. You are in there a majority of the time. One bad bed is all you remember.”
The lobby upgrades are part of a growing trend in Myrtle Beach hospitality. Although most visitors drive hours to visit Myrtle Beach, Norton said that many older hotels built in the region didn’t feature lobbies, as the focus was on adding more units to a building.
Now, consumers expect amenities and refreshments when they arrive after a long drive, and Norton said Brittain’s efforts intend to address this.
“The lobby is the first experience, especially a market like ours where it’s 97 percent drive market,” He added. “It better refresh them. So, the number one thing we’re doing is full-blown renovations and overhauls of our lobby experience.”
A press release for the upgrades said the plan will cost $58 million for the entire project. The company is making the investment along with EOS Hospitality, which purchased a majority share in seven Brittain Resorts & Hotels locations, including the three receiving upgrades.
Part of the renovation aims to address an evolving hotel industry. Changing consumer trends and rising operating costs are impacting hoteliers.
Some independent operators in the Myrtle Beach area decided to get out of the market recently and put their property on the market. Norton said nationally branded hotels are keen on expanding into the Grand Strand.
Despite the Myrtle Beach area having hundreds of hotels, rentals and about as many rooms as Las Vegas, Norton said some developers see Horry County as open territory and a cheaper alternative than building in a place like Florida.
Some Floridians have also moved to the Myrtle Beach area because the Grand Strand is less expensive and experiences less severe weather than the peninsula. Norton added that this growth in branded hotels and investment in the region could push most independent operators out of the market.
“Some of them feel like we just don’t understand what we still have here,” Norton added. “They still see our value, our market, as completely untapped and with significant upside. So, I do think the pressure on the mom-and-pops from these new outside investors will become harder and harder to resist.”
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Ben Morse is the Retail and Leisure Reporter for The Sun News. Morse covers local business and Coastal Carolina University football and was awarded third place in the 2023 South Carolina Press Association News Contest for sports beat reporting and second place for sports video in the all-daily division. Morse previously worked for The Island Packet, covering local government. Morse graduated from American University in 2023 with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism and economics and is originally from Prospect, Kentucky.
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