On Thursday, November 20, 2025, the City of North Myrtle Beach honored Mayor Marilyn Hatley for nearly three decades of devoted leadership at the forefront of the City of North Myrtle Beach. “We are deeply grateful to have been guided by such a strong, visionary woman-both on City Council and as our Mayor.” “Her strength, compassion and unwavering commitment have shaped North Myrtle Beach for the better, creating a lasting impact on residents and visitors alike.” “Mayor Hatley, thank you for 29 years of exceptional service.” “City legacy projects she has played important roles in”: “Beach Preservation: Mayor Marilyn Hatley created a pivotal movement when it came to making the North Strand beaches healthy and beautiful. She also served and was the leading pioneer behind the South Carolina Beach Advocates, along with Mayor Goodwin in Folly Beach, South Carolina.” “North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex: Mayor Hatley also played a massive role in helping to advocate for an expansion to the Park and Sports Complex. The city dedicated $36 million toward the first part of the expansion, including six new baseball/softball fields and multipurpose fields (soccer, lacrosse, etc.).” “North Myrtle Beach Aquatic and Fitness Center: Mayor Hatley was the movement behind creating the notable Aquatic and Fitness Center in North Myrtle Beach. She fought relentlessly to make the Fitness Center what it is today, and was also a leading part of the expansion that will be taking place in 2026. She cared for members, residents and those looking to move to the city to have something for everyone to stay fit and healthy.” “Robert Edge Parkway Bridge: A vital connection that improved and eased traffic in North Myrtle Beach is another one of Mayor Hatley’s greatest legacy accomplishments. This is considered one of the busiest in North Myrtle Beach, with a 2023 South Carolina Department of Transportation study showing the daily count at 44, 900 vehicles a day.”.
https://www.nmbtimes.com/legacy-of-mayor-marilyn-hatley/
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Shrapnel hit police vehicle during Marine Corps demonstration at SoCal’s Camp Pendleton: department
CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. — Metal shrapnel from explosive ordnance fired during the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton on Saturday struck a California Highway Patrol (CHP) vehicle, according to an internal agency report.
The celebration included a military exercise using live artillery fire, which led to intermittent closures of a 17-mile stretch of the 5 Freeway in both directions for about four hours, leaving drivers stranded for extended periods.
Around 1:46 p.m., an explosive ordnance fired over the freeway prematurely detonated overhead from White’s Beach, located roughly three-quarters of a mile south of Las Pulgas Road. The shrapnel from the explosion hit and damaged a CHP patrol vehicle as officers were assisting with the traffic closure. Additionally, shrapnel reportedly struck a CHP motorcycle, although it was not damaged.
“This was an unusual and concerning situation,” said CHP Border Division Chief Tony Coronado. “It is highly uncommon for any live-fire or explosive training activity to occur over an active freeway. As a Marine myself, I have tremendous respect for our military partners, but my foremost responsibility is ensuring the safety of the people of California and the officers who protect them.”
No injuries were reported. CHP officers immediately notified the Marine Corps, which subsequently canceled further fire of ordnance over the freeway.
The CHP has filed an internal report on the incident, recommending an additional after-action review focused on the planning, communication, and coordination between federal, state, and local government agencies involved in the event on Saturday, October 18. The goal is to strengthen protocols for future demonstrations and training exercises near public roadways, according to an official CHP statement.
In response, Governor Gavin Newsom posted on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “We love our Marines and owe a debt of gratitude to Camp Pendleton, but next time, the Vice President and the White House shouldn’t be so reckless with people’s lives for their vanity projects.”
The state was asked on Friday to place signage along the freeway warning, “Overhead fire in progress,” according to a statement from Newsom’s office. Early Saturday morning, the federal government informed the state that live-fire activities were scheduled for Saturday afternoon.
While the Marines indicated they would not need to shut down the freeway during live firing from Navy ships onto land, CHP chose to halt traffic as a precaution. This measure aimed to prevent potential injuries or distractions to drivers caused by the live-fire exercises.
The incident highlights the complexity and risks involved in conducting military demonstrations near active public roadways, underscoring the necessity for improved coordination and safety protocols in future events.
https://abc7news.com/post/shrapnel-hit-chp-vehicle-during-marine-corps-camp-pendleton-live-fire-event-vp-jd-vance-attendance-department-says/18040928/