Diamond Cab

The Whispering Pines Motel, which hosted traveling African-Americans and performers at Charlie’s Place during the 1940s, 50s and early 60s, is almost ready for customers again. The ad hoc Charlie’s Place Committee, composed of interested local residents and city staff, toured the reconstructed property last week. The nightclub known as Charlie’s Place is long gone, but the motel operated by Charlie and Sarah Fitzgerald, as well as their home, remains. The city sought to preserve the rich musical history of that time and place.

The re-created motel units feature screen doors and window air conditioners, as they would have 60-plus years ago, and that's the subject of our Photos of the Week. For more images, see https://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/i_want_to/find/photos_of_the_week/pow072420.php.

Some units have been decorated as a museum to the style of that bygone era, while others will be available to modern tenants as business and community incubators. The outdoor site also serves as a venue for events and activities.

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Diamond Cab is looking for motivated drivers to work either day or night shift. Drivers are independent contractors who make cash daily. Experience helps but is not required. Must have a smartphone it tablet with unlimited data or high data limit. Must be able to be approved by our insurance (generally 25+ years of age) and must be able to get city taxi permit.