Save the date! Sunday, October 17th, 2010 from noon to 6 p.m. the Lip-Rippin’ Chilympics Chili Cook-Off is back with chili from our local chili masters, art from area artists, area non-profits displaying information on their programs, beer from our friends at New South Brewing Co., and music from Danielle Howle, The Noseriders (Wilmington, NC), Josh Brannon Band, Ten Toes Up and more! Put it on your calendars now, the chili is coming soon! Categories: Best Overall, Best Restaurant, People’s Choice, Most Original, Best Theme, Best Vegetarian, and Hottest.

ENTRY FORM AND THE RULES

To enter download the entry form and mail to the address on the form.

We are currently seeking volunteers and donations, gift certificates, tickets, and other items to use as prizes for contestants, if you have questions or would like to help, contact Bruxanne Hein 843-333-2034.

In 2009, Kira and Steve Roff signed on as Fisher Recycling LLC’s first franchisee, serving business from Georgetown to Little River, including Horry and Georgetown counties. Fisher Recycling Grand Strand provides recycling services, including waste audits, providing recycling containers and pick up, training employees and members of the community on ways to be environmentally-conscience, residential curbside pick-up, as well as oyster shell recycling for local restaurants.

The Roffs understand the ecological importance and positive impact that recycling can have on the environment and are committed, personally and professionally, to educating the Grand Strand region on the importance and benefits of sustainable recycling practices. Kira was formerly the vice president of operations and events for Brookgreen Gardens and implementer of the Gardens first recycling program. Steve is no stranger to the environment either, with years of experience as a marine biologist and dedicated environmentalist.

Current customers include: Pawleys Island Tavern, Bistro 217, Creek Ratz, Dave’s Dockside, Drunken Jack’s, Burro Loco, California Dreamin’ (2 locations), Carolina Roadhouse, Litchfield Fish House, Gulf Stream Cafe, Precious Blood Catholic Church, Pet Galley, Strand Spine Institute, Myrtle Beach KOA, as well as Allston Plantation and Prince George residential neighborhoods.

For more information on Fisher Recycling, please visit: http://www.fisherrecycling.com/grand_strand/

Surfrider Foundation Platinum Visa

When you apply for and receive the new Surfrider Foundation Platinum Visa Card, our issuing bank (UMB) will donate $50 to Surfrider Foundation the very first time you use it. And UMB will donate a percentage of all your future purchases on the card to Surfrider Foundation as well! All of this is done at no cost to you and no cost to Surfrider Foundation.

Featuring five different images from world-famous surf photographer Aaron Chang (www.aaronchanggallery.com) this card provides you all the benefits of a Platinum® Visa Rewards Card while putting the coolest card around in your wallet or purse. In addition, you’ll be showing your support of Surfrider Foundation’s mission each and every time you use your card.

The more of us who participate, the bigger the impact we can make. The more Surfrider Foundation credit cards that are issued and used, the more funds will to go toward protecting our oceans, waves and beaches!

All the benefits of a Platinum® Visa card will be yours, along with the satisfaction of showing your support of our mission every time you use your card.

To apply for the card please visit: http://www.cardpartner.com/app/surfrider-foundation

Surfrider Foundation is opposed to any new offshore oil drilling.

Our nation’s oceans, waves and beaches are vital recreational, economic and ecological treasures that will be polluted by an increase in offshore oil drilling.

We strongly support reinstatement of the federal moratorium on new offshore oil drilling.

Instead of advocating for transient and environmentally harmful ways to meet America’s oil needs, we should seek a comprehensive and environmentally sustainable energy plan that includes energy conservation.

For more information and to find out how you can help oppose offshore drilling please visit: http://oilonthebeach.blogspot.com/