GRAND STRAND POLITICS Episode 16: WAYNE GRAY 2026 Humanitarian of the Year

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Grand Strand Politics  — the show where we explore the stories that shape our community, our history, and the people who make a difference. I’m your host, Randal Wallace.Today we honor a man whose service to the City of Myrtle Beach and Horry County runs deep — both historically and personally. Former Myrtle Beach City Councilman Wayne Gray has spent a lifetime in public service, driven by a commitment to community that spans generations of his family.In this episode, we’ll take you back to a revealing 2013 interview Wayne did with WPDE, where he reflected on his decades of involvement with our city — from the challenges he faced to the progress he helped inspire. You’ll hear firsthand insights into the mind and heart of a leader who has always put people first.Then, we’ll bring you up to the present with the powerful speech Wayne delivered this past weekend, as he was named the 2026 Humanitarian of the Year by the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Weekend African American Heritage Committee — a well-deserved honor that recognizes a lifetime of dedication, compassion, and leadership.It’s especially meaningful for me to share this episode, because Wayne and I served together on the Myrtle Beach City Council. I’m grateful for his friendship, his service, and the example he sets for all of us.So settle in, and let’s dive into the story of a true servant of our community — Wayne Gray.