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The City of Loris was incorporated with only a one-mile radius on July 26, 1902. Since then, the City has grown to a total area of 3.1 square miles with approximately 2,600 residents.
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*WATER BILL UPDATE* (07/08/2025)
7/8/2025
*WATER BILL UPDATE*
Due to software issues, the City of Loris apologizes for the delay in processing monthly water bills. As a result, we will not be assessing penalties for this billing cycle. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding.
07/07/2025: City Council (Regular) Meeting
7/6/2025
07/07/2025: City Council (Regular) Meeting
The Loris City Council will hold its Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris. Access to this meeting is provided via the side entrance door on Railroad...
07/04/2025: Holiday Closure (Independence Day)
7/3/2025
*Administrative Offices for the City of Loris will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.*
In observance of Independence Day, administrative offices for the City of Loris will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025, for non-essential personnel.
All public safety agencies...
06/26/2025: City Council – Public Hearing & Special-Called Meeting
6/25/2025
*REMINDER*
The Loris City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Conference Room at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris. A Special-Called City Council Meeting will follow this Public Hearing, beginning at...
06/26/2025: Planning Commission - Public Hearing & Regular Meeting
6/25/2025
*REMINDER*
The City of Loris Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) during its Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. Access to this meeting is provided via the side...
*Holiday Closure* Administrative Offices will be closed June 19, 2025 for Juneteenth
6/18/2025
*Administrative Offices for the City of Loris will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth.*
In observance of Juneteenth, administrative offices for the City of Loris will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025, for non-essential personnel.
All public safety agencies will...
Loris Fire Department Receives 2024 Fire Safe South Carolina Community Designation
6/16/2025
*PRESS RELEASE*
The Loris Fire Department was among 208 S.C. fire departments to receive the 2024 Fire Safe South Carolina Community Designation during the annual Fire-Rescue Conference held in Myrtle Beach on June 13, 2025. According to the press release, “To earn Community...
06/13/2025: Training Workshop - Board of Zoning Appeals
6/13/2025
The City of Loris Board of Zoning Appeals has scheduled a Training Workshop beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, June 13, 2025, in the Conference Room at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. While a quorum may be present, no business will be conducted, nor will any action be taken. Access...
06/16/2025: Special-Called Meeting by City Council
6/13/2025
The Loris City Council has scheduled a Special-Called meeting for Monday, June 16, 2025, beginning at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris. Access to this meeting is provided via the side entrance door on Railroad Avenue.
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06/26/2025: Public Hearing by Planning Commission
6/11/2025
***NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING***
The City of Loris Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) during its Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. Access to this meeting is...
06/12/2025: Planning Commission (Training) Meeting - *No business will be conducted
6/11/2025
The City of Loris Planning Commission has scheduled its annual training session beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in the Conference Room at Loris City Hall. While a quorum of the Commission may be present, no business will be conducted.
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06/26/2025: Public Hearing by Loris City Council (FY-26 Budget)
6/11/2025
***NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING***
The Loris City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the Conference Room at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris. Access is provided via the side entrance door on Walnut...
06/11/2025: Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda &Training Workshop
6/10/2025
The Loris Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Regular Meeting & Training Workshop beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. Access to this meeting is provided via City Hall's side entrance door on Railroad Avenue.
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06/09/2025: Budget Workshop by City Council
6/6/2025
The Loris City Council will hold a Budget Workshop beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 9, 2025, in the Conference Room at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. Access to this meeting is provided via City Hall's side entrance door on Walnut Street.
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05/29/2025: Public Hearing by Loris City Council
5/28/2025
*REMINDER*
The Loris City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris; access is provided via the side entrance door on Railroad Avenue. If you would like to...
Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025 for Memorial Day
5/23/2025
In observance of Memorial Day, administrative offices for the City of Loris will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, for non-essential personnel.
Established by Congress in 1971 as an official federal holiday, Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have...
05/22/2025: Loris Planning Commission Meeting & Public Hearing
5/21/2025
*REMINDER*
The City of Loris Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) during its Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street; access is provided via the side entrance door on Railroad...
Notice of Public Hearing by Loris City Council on 05/29/2025
5/14/2025
***NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING***
The Loris City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris; access is provided via the side entrance door on Railroad Avenue. ...
05/22/2025: Notice of Public Hearing by Loris Planning Commission
5/7/2025
Meet the Mayor & Council at Watson Park
4/29/2025
We are pleased to invite you all to our Watson Park Open House and Meet the Mayor & Council today, Tuesday, April 29th, from 4-6 pm. We’re excited to share the progress we’ve made so far in revamping Watson Park and what more possibilities we have in mind. As always,...
04/24/2025: Planning Commission Meeting & Public Hearing
4/23/2025
*REMINDER*
The City of Loris Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing for the listed request(s) during its Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in the Council Chambers at Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street; access is provided via the side entrance door on...
10u BASKETBALL STATE CHAMPIONS
3/10/2025
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LORIS RECREATION DEPARTMENT 10U BASKETBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! GREAT JOB PLAYERS AND COACHES!
Notice of Public Hearing Concerning Needs Assessment
2/27/2025
Notice of Public Hearing Concerning Needs Assessment
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:00pm in the City Hall Conference Room, 4101 Walnut Street, Loris, SC 29569, The City of Loris will hold a public hearing to solicit public input on community needs and priorities for...
*Winter Weather Storm Advisory* (City Hall closed - 01/22/2025)
1/21/2025
City of Loris administrative offices and facilities will close at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, and remain closed through Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, due to an approaching Winter Storm. Normal City operations are currently anticipated to resume on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, subject to forecast...
TRICK OR TREATING TIMES SET
10/31/2024
6PM to 8PM
Please have a safe and fun-filled night!
Municipal Elections
4/9/2024
Kelli Gerald was elected to Council on April 9, 2024. She will complete the term vacated by Mayor Michael E. Suggs.
Notice of 30-Day Public Comment Period & Public Hearing [Comprehensive Plan 2040]
3/1/2024
The City of Loris is seeking public comment on its Comprehensive Plan 2040. Comments will be accepted until Monday, April 1, 2024 and may be submitted to Loris City Hall, 4101 Walnut Street. Starting Friday, March 1, paper copies of the plan’s draft will be available at the Loris Memorial...