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NORTH MYRTLE BEACH — Along with picking their first new mayor in more than two decades, North Myrtle Beach voters will also decide two contested city council races next month.

Incumbent Trey Skidmore is running for an at-large seat along with challengers Tony Warren Jr and David Weitzman.

Meanwhile, Jeri McCumbee and Jolene Puffer are running for the Windy Hill seat that Councilwoman Nikki Fontana has held since 2013. Fontana opted not to seek another term.

Bubba Collins, who holds the Ocean Drive seat, will also be on the ballot but is running unopposed.

Here is a snapshot of the candidates:

At-large seat

Trey Skidmore

Skidmore, 43, is the owner of Barefoot RV Resort and Foxfire Communities.

Skidmore has been on city council for four years and also served on the city's board of zoning appeals.

He said growth is the city’s most pressing issue, and it's the reason he ran for council four years ago. He is trying to limit the impact of the development boom on residents.

Skidmore said much of the growth is taking place outside the city limits, so North Myrtle Beach needs to work closely with Horry County Government.

Diversifying the economy is also important to Skidmore, who said he wants his daughters to stay in the area. He said there has been progress with companies like UPS coming to the area and hiring workers, but recruitment efforts are a balancing act because he never wants to damage the fabric of the family beach community.

If reelected, Skidmore said he will continue his open-door leadership style and keep his personal number published for anyone to reach him.

Tony Warren

Warren, 60, owns Realty Rock, a real estate company.

He said North Myrtle Beach needs help from a regular guy, not career politicians.

Warren wants the city to hit the brakes on allowing large neighborhoods and developments. He said the city should focus on fixing roads and addressing flooding.

"I will listen to our residents and try with all my heart to help our town grow but not outgrow," Warren said.

He said the city needs more grocery stores, fire departments and hospitals.

He intends to work with industry recruiters to attract different companies, such as technology and manufacturing businesses.

Warren also said the city needs to work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop a long-term plan to keep the beach town beautiful and inviting.

David Weitzman

Weitzman, who declined to provide his age, is a primary care physician who is new to politics.

If elected, Weitzman’s top priorities for North Myrtle Beach would be strengthening communication and trust, developing a clean industry and AI technology corridor, and building a stronger economy.

Weitzman wants leaders, residents and business owners to listen to and understand one another. He intends to institute a community involvement plan if elected.

Weitzman said North Myrtle Beach has the potential to become a regional hub for AI. Through faster permitting and attractive zoning, he wants to recruit innovative startups that will provide quality jobs and long-term growth.

As for growth, he said the city should bring in experts who have successfully managed growth in other communities.

Windy Hill seat

Jeri McCumbee

McCumbee, 58, is the director of operations for MEDcare Urgent Care.

She has served as chairperson of the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce and was appointed to the S.C. Education Oversight Committee.

Her top priorities are managing growth, infrastructure and short-term rentals.

McCumbee said she wants to slow city growth and stop annexing land so North Myrtle can catch up with its infrastructure needs.

She said the city should work with the S.C. Department of Transportation on road improvements, lobby for funding for beach renourishment and continue stormwater drainage repairs.

To boost tourism, McCumbee said the city needs better infrastructure and should focus on attracting commercial businesses. She wants to keep taxes low and provide incentives to businesses that move to the area.

Jolene Puffer

Puffer, 55, is a real estate agent who ran for the Windy Hill seat four years ago and lost by 267 votes.

Over the past four years, Puffer said she has focused on learning how the city works so she can serve effectively from day one.

If elected, she said her top priorities would be addressing overdevelopment and overspending.

Puffer wants to focus on infrastructure needs before allowing more development.

"My goal is to ensure we grow in a way that protects our quality of life while still welcoming opportunity," Puffer said. "I do feel it's time for more serious measures to deal with the growth that is plaguing our infrastructure."

Puffer also wants the city to partner with local colleges and business groups to help bring sustainable, well-paid jobs to the area.

People love looking at homes-whether they're seriously searching for their next place or just daydreaming about what could be. Even though the current housing market is difficult, browsing is a well-established pastime and often on people's daily social media rotation.

To see which listings have caught the most attention lately, Redfin Real Estate analyzed the most-viewed homes for sale in the Myrtle Beach metro over the past 30 days. From fixer-uppers to move-in-ready dream homes, these listings had that "it" factor. Note: Listings were active on Redfin as of October 27, 2025; square footage was approximated.

#1. 4059 Long Line Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 882

- List price: $264,900

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,519

- Price per square foot: $174.39

- See 4059 Long Line Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#2. 633 Oakhurst Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 850

- List price: $269,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,444

- Price per square foot: $186.91

- See 633 Oakhurst Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#3. 4721 National Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 783

- List price: $375,000

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 3.5 | Square feet: 3,106

- Price per square foot: $120.73

- See 4721 National Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#4. 705 Bay St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

- Views: 633

- List price: $250,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2.5 | Square feet: 1,728

- Price per square foot: $144.68

- See 705 Bay St, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 on Redfin.com

#5. 2415 Magnolia Ln, Little River, SC 29566

- Views: 630

- List price: $219,900

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,900

- Price per square foot: $115.74

- See 2415 Magnolia Ln, Little River, SC 29566 on Redfin.com

#6. 914 Bluffview Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 580

- List price: $875,000

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 3 | Square feet: 3,250

- Price per square foot: $269.23

- See 914 Bluffview Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#7. 1164 Green Fir Loop, Conway, SC 29527

- Views: 570

- List price: $249,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,422

- Price per square foot: $175.74

- See 1164 Green Fir Loop, Conway, SC 29527 on Redfin.com

#8. 4096 Grousewood Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

- Views: 570

- List price: $344,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,645

- Price per square foot: $209.67

- See 4096 Grousewood Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 on Redfin.com

#9. 523 Drake Ln, Surfside Beach, SC 29575

- Views: 566

- List price: $424,500

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 3 | Square feet: 1,722

- Price per square foot: $246.52

- See 523 Drake Ln, Surfside Beach, SC 29575 on Redfin.com

#10. 811 Oxbow Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 562

- List price: $825,000

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 3.5 | Square feet: 3,414

- Price per square foot: $241.65

- See 811 Oxbow Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#11. 111 Laurelwood Ln, Conway, SC 29526

- Views: 561

- List price: $270,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 2,018

- Price per square foot: $133.80

- See 111 Laurelwood Ln, Conway, SC 29526 on Redfin.com

#12. 875 Brookline Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 546

- List price: $319,797

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,914

- Price per square foot: $167.08

- See 875 Brookline Dr, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#13. 416 Seabury Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 542

- List price: $724,900

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 4 | Square feet: 3,443

- Price per square foot: $210.54

- See 416 Seabury Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#14. 627 Woodholme Dr, Conway, SC 29526

- Views: 539

- List price: $274,500

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,862

- Price per square foot: $147.42

- See 627 Woodholme Dr, Conway, SC 29526 on Redfin.com

#15. 1527 Hallborough Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575

- Views: 532

- List price: $329,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,742

- Price per square foot: $189.38

- See 1527 Hallborough Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575 on Redfin.com

#16. 432 Brandymill Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

- Views: 523

- List price: $349,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,844

- Price per square foot: $189.75

- See 432 Brandymill Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 on Redfin.com

#17. 9889 Merry Ln, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

- Views: 520

- List price: $309,500

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,392

- Price per square foot: $222.34

- See 9889 Merry Ln, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 on Redfin.com

#18. 266 Bonnie Bridge Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 517

- List price: $339,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,725

- Price per square foot: $196.52

- See 266 Bonnie Bridge Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#19. 987 Shipmaster Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 502

- List price: $729,000

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 2.5 | Square feet: 2,607

- Price per square foot: $279.63

- See 987 Shipmaster Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#20. 522 Cedar Grove Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 502

- List price: $990,900

- Beds: 5 | Baths: 4 | Square feet: 3,460

- Price per square foot: $286.39

- See 522 Cedar Grove Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#21. 1004 Blackburn Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 499

- List price: $590,000

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 3.5 | Square feet: 3,400

- Price per square foot: $173.53

- See 1004 Blackburn Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#22. 4 Plantation Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

- Views: 497

- List price: $335,000

- Beds: 5 | Baths: 4 | Square feet: 3,000

- Price per square foot: $111.67

- See 4 Plantation Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 on Redfin.com

#23. 315 Chapman Pl, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

- Views: 495

- List price: $165,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,344

- Price per square foot: $122.77

- See 315 Chapman Pl, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 on Redfin.com

#24. 11 Gate, 10 Calabash, NC 28467

- Views: 495

- List price: $264,900

- Beds: 2 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,716

- Price per square foot: $154.37

- See 11 Gate, 10 Calabash, NC 28467 on Redfin.com

#25. 9500 Indigo Creek Blvd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

- Views: 495

- List price: $369,900

- Beds: 4 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 2,275

- Price per square foot: $162.59

- See 9500 Indigo Creek Blvd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 on Redfin.com

#26. 937 Arrow Wood Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

- Views: 495

- List price: $364,900

- Beds: 5 | Baths: 2.5 | Square feet: 2,296

- Price per square foot: $158.93

- See 937 Arrow Wood Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 on Redfin.com

#27. 413 Chesterfield Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

- Views: 483

- List price: $199,900

- Beds: 2 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 859

- Price per square foot: $232.71

- See 413 Chesterfield Ct, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 on Redfin.com

#28. 1886 Southwood Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575

- Views: 483

- List price: $649,900

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,775

- Price per square foot: $366.14

- See 1886 Southwood Dr, Surfside Beach, SC 29575 on Redfin.com

#29. 489 Cordgrass Ln, Little River, SC 29566

- Views: 458

- List price: $248,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,124

- Price per square foot: $220.64

- See 489 Cordgrass Ln, Little River, SC 29566 on Redfin.com

#30. 2706 Green Pond Cir, Conway, SC 29527

- Views: 454

- List price: $180,000

- Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Square feet: 1,201

- Price per square foot: $149.88

- See 2706 Green Pond Cir, Conway, SC 29527 on Redfin.com

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NORTH MYRTLE BEACH — With six-term Mayor Marilyn Hatley opting not to run for reelection on Nov. 4, North Myrtle Beach residents have a broad spectrum of candidates to replace her — an insider, an outsider and one who recently has found himself on both sides of the fence.

Longtime city councilman J. Baldwin, political newcomer Troy Spencer and former city manager Mike Mahaney are on the ballot to become the city's first new mayor since 2001. They agree it's time for a change but have different visions of what that should entail.

Baldwin, the current mayor pro tem who has served on council since 2003, has worked closely with Hatley for two decades. But he rejects the notion that his administration would be a mere continuation of the current one.

"I respect the mayor and how hard she has worked hard for the city, but I'm a different person," said Baldwin, a retired commercial contractor. "I have that same work ethic and I know how to get things done for the city and our citizens."

Despite the contrasts in candidates, all three say managing the city's rapid growth is a top priority, but they strongly disagree about who's the best person for the job. Baldwin, a North Myrtle Beach native, has a plan of action to limit residential growth.

"Being born and raised here, I see things a little differently," Baldwin said. "I've seen firsthand the changes growth has brought, some good and some bad. I'm dedicated to reducing density and higher impact fees. We need bold action and new ideas."

Baldwin touts his track record on preservation, including his support for a bid to make Waties Island a new state park and council's efforts to save Ingram Dunes from development and turn it into a nature preserve, thanks to over $500,000 in grants.

Coincidentally, it was a dispute over grants between council and then-city manager Mahaney that ended in a nasty split. He was forced out for his failure to hire a grant coordinator and accepted an early retirement package of nearly $320,000, according to public records.

Mahaney said he took the deal to protect his health and retirement benefits and is now ready to reenter city government. Terms of the agreement prevent him from publicly discussing the matter, but he claims there were different reasons for his departure.

"They obviously wanted to let me go because we had disagreements over growth," said Mahaney, who vows to side with residents over developers. "If they had moved forward and fired me, even over a trumped-up reason, that would have put my retirement at risk."

Mahaney said his background as a civil engineer, as well as his 15 years of experience as city manager, make him the most qualified candidate to tackle growth-related issues. He vows to pump the brakes on residential development to give city improvements time to catch up.

"I can't stop the growth, but I can slow it down," Mahaney said. "That's important because the infrastructure improvements you need take so long -- roads, bridges, stormwater -- that it's impossible to get those things done before the houses are built."

While Mahaney and council are limited in what they can discuss about his exit, Spencer is under no such obligation. A resident of North Myrtle Beach for the past five years, he blasted both candidates for minimizing their roles in the city's fiscal affairs.

"The city is $35 million in debt and the other two guys running are a big reason why," he said. "Mahaney brags he did such a good job as city manager. Then why are we $35 million in debt? If we had a surplus, I'd say, 'Yeah, he should be mayor,' but we're not. Same thing with Baldwin."

Spencer maintains he'll be an independent voice.

"I won't do favors for anybody," he said. "I'm only in it for the people of North Myrtle Beach. ... I'm not saying they're bad people; it's just time for some new blood."

With over 7,000 new units currently under construction or planned for the city, Spencer is calling for a moratorium on residential development. The third-generation CEO of Spencer Holdings said he hopes to make the city a better place for future generations.

"I've spent the past 15 years trying to build up my business and expand what my father and grandfather started," he said. "Now I have a good team in place and I've got time to do this. I don't need this job. I'm only in it for the people of North Myrtle Beach."

Despite their stated desire to slow residential development, all three candidates are in favor of the industrial park expansion taking place off Water Tower Road, where companies like Amazon, Pepsi and UPS have opened locations and more are considering it.

Other pivotal issues facing voters are the fate of short-term rentals, annexation, public safety, coastal flooding, downtown parking, the need for new roads and improvements, and the expansion of the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex.

(WPDE) — Hurricane Melissa has left many in Jamaica grappling with the aftermath, including a family from North Myrtle Beach stranded at a Montego Bay resort.

David Watkins, who is at the resort with his wife and their 3 and 5-year-old children, described the harrowing experience.

"It was a bit scary, um, winds were like anything you’ve ever seen, but we had our plan in place, kept the kids inside," Watkins said.

The hurricane made landfall on Tuesday afternoon, causing widespread damage.

"Then after the storm passed, they were worried about the back side of the storm flooding from either the ocean or landslides up above us," he said. "So while Paige and the kids slept, I stayed up most of the night making sure that wasn’t going to be an issue and then woke up this morning to daylight and got a good sight on how much damage was done around us."

He said power lines and trees are down everywhere around the resort.

The family is now focused on returning home. They have been informed that Kingston Airport may reopen on Thursday, but the extent of damage in Montego Bay remains uncertain.

"If Montego Bay is down for an extended period of time, that’s this whole side of the island, I don’t see how we’re going to get through to Kingston," Watkins said.

A pilot from the Carolina Emergency Response Team is coordinating efforts to evacuate the family.

"The first priority right now is to get the kids and my wife out and then my father and my aunt out," Watkins said.

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His aunt has MS, and his father is running low on needed medication.

Despite the challenges, Watkins remains hopeful.

"God got us through the worst part of the hurricane, and now we're trusting Him to get us home."

Meanwhile, resort staff and guests are assessing damage and aiding recovery efforts.

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH — Grand Strand shoppers can find flip-flops and golf caps on virtually every street corner. Now there's a new spot for cowboy boots and hats.

Cavender's Boot City recently opened its first South Carolina location at 2301 U.S. Highway 17 South in North Myrtle Beach, a stretch better known for beachwear stores and golf shops than cowboy and cowgirl chic.

The Tyler, Texas-based retail chain boasts a wide selection of western wear under one roof. The 19,000-square-foot North Myrtle Beach store opened on Oct. 25, and business has been brisk.

"The reception has been wonderful. We've stayed busy since we opened," store manager Dominique Price said. "I'm from Montana so I grew up around people wearing this, but I never knew so many people at the beach wore it too."

Price, along with market researchers, attribute the phenomenon to the "Yellowstone effect," which has seen sales of western wear soar since the hit streaming series debuted in 2018. The fad got another cultural bump from Beyonce's 2024 country album of "Cowboy Carter."

Google data shows the term "Western Cowboy Boots" reached a peak normalized search volume of 100 in May 2025, marking a 47% increase from its lowest point, according to ShelfTrend. Searches for "Cowboy Boots Women," "Country Western Fashion" and "Cowboy Core Outfit" were also top trenders in 2025.

Cavender's customers were less interested in making fashion statements than they were in finding new shopping options in the neighborhood. Kathy Tremblay spends the offseasons in North Myrtle Beach and was happy to find a new place to shop.

"The selection is amazing," she said while scanning through a rack of studded jackets. "They have a lot of things you can't find around here. It's more than just western clothes."

Local landscaper Landon Poole often has trouble finding the right boots. At Cavender's, he was trying to decide which pair to purchase.

"Now I just have to find the right size," he said while test-walking a pair of rattlesnake-skins. "We really needed a place that sells more boots."

Like many locals, Poole was accustomed to traveling to find cowboy boots and other western-themed accessories.

"That's what we're hearing the most from locals is that they're glad they don't have to drive so far anymore," Price said. "Plus, we have so many brands that people can't find anywhere else."

Celebrating its 60th anniversary, Cavender’s Boot City has more than 100 locations nationwide and carries popular brands like Ariat, Wrangler, and Resistol, as well as its own clothing lines Rockin’ C, Rafter C and more.