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Myrtle Beach's Restaurant Week: Three-Course Meals Under $35!

1/10/2025

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Myrtle Beach Dines

Get ready for a culinary adventure during South Carolina's Restaurant Week from January 9 to 19, 2025! Savor delectable three-course meals for under $35 at 20 participating Myrtle Beach restaurants, including favorites like Bonfire, Croissants Bistro, and Voodoo Brewing. Plus, mark your calendars for the grand opening of Ocean Breeze Cafe on March 1, where coffee and pizza await!

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South Carolina Shakes

South Carolina shook things up with its first earthquake of 2025—a subtle 1.9 magnitude tremor near Jenkinsville on January 8, rumbling 1.8 miles beneath the surface. This quake is part of a growing trend, with 135 quakes recorded since 2022. Fortunately, experts predict no major damage from this seismic activity.

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Historical Context

South Carolina's Restaurant Week and the recent earthquake near Jenkinsville reflect the region's evolving identity. The culinary event highlights Myrtle Beach's tourism-driven economy, which has roots in the post-World War II boom. Meanwhile, the increasing seismic activity, with 135 quakes since 2022, echoes concerns from the 1886 Charleston earthquake, marking a shift in awareness about geological risks in the state.

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Myrtle Beach Dines

Get ready for a culinary adventure during South Carolina's Restaurant Week from January 9 to 19, 2025! Savor delectable three-course meals for under $35 at 20 participating Myrtle Beach restaurants, including favorites like Bonfire, Croissants Bistro, and Voodoo Brewing. Plus, mark your calendars for the grand opening of Ocean Breeze Cafe on March 1, where coffee and pizza await!

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