HGTC and WMBF News partner to provide free Back-to-School haircuts for K-12 students
July 14, 2026
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC), in partnership with WMBF News, will host a free community haircut event for K-12 students on Thursday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the HGTC Institute of Cosmetology, Building 600, on the Conway Campus, located at 2050 Highway 501, Conway, SC 29526.
The event is designed to help local students prepare for the upcoming school year by providing free haircuts for K-12 students performed by HGTC cosmetology students under the supervision of licensed instructors. Haircuts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while capacity allows. No registration is required.
“This event reflects HGTC’s and WMBF News’ shared commitment to serving our community while providing our students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences,” said Dr. Marilyn “Murph” Fore, President of Horry-Georgetown Technical College. “We are proud to partner with WMBF News to help local families prepare for the new school year while giving our cosmetology students the opportunity to strengthen their skills through service. We look forward to welcoming students and their families for a morning of support and community.”
Event Details
What: Free Back-to-School Haircuts for K-12 Students
When: Thursday, July 16, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Where: HGTC Institute of Cosmetology, Building 600, Conway Campus
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
2050 Highway 501
Conway, SC 29526
Cost: Free
No registration is necessary. Families are encouraged to arrive early, as haircuts will be provided while availability lasts.
About Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is a public, two-year college serving Horry and Georgetown counties with campuses located along the Grand Strand in Conway, Myrtle Beach, and Georgetown, South Carolina. A member of the South Carolina Technical College System, HGTC offers more than 80 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs, including many online options, designed to prepare students for careers or transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The College also provides workforce development programs that support regional economic growth. HGTC is the fourth-largest of South Carolina’s 16 technical colleges and among the fastest-growing higher education institutions in the state.
For more information, visit www.hgtc.edu.
