Coastal Observer January 14, 2010 Local news for the Waccamaw Neck region of South Carolina http://www.coastalobserver.com After fire, family searches for a home The pallet Schellon Sherman planned to spend last night on likely didn't offer much in the way of comfort. But Sherman was expecting the best night's rest she's had in nearly two weeks. http://www.coastalobserver.com/articles/011410/1.html Shhh! Tourists don't want to share the secret Vacationers who stumble upon the Waccamaw Neck's beaches aren't eager to share the secret with just anybody, and that will pose a challenge to the group trying to market the area to tourists. http://www.coastalobserver.com/articles/011410/2.html Four firms will share recreation planning Instead of selecting one firm to plan new recreation facilities for Georgetown County, county staff is negotiating to work with four. http://www.coastalobserver.com/articles/011410/3.html Future is cloudy as educators struggle to find funding Early childhood education programs in Georgetown County are scrambling to find money. http://www.coastalobserver.com/articles/011410/4.html