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‘Right thing to do’: Restaurant owner returns $12,000 found in cabinet to previous owner
By Juliana Alford, Jordan Gartner at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 20, 2026
· 2 min read
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF/Gray News) - The owner of a Thai restaurant in South Carolina says he has returned money that he came across to its rightful owner. Sak Yiengjuntuek, the owner of Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, bought the restaurant in April 2025. According to Yiengjuntuek, he was moving a c...
Key takeaway Sak Yiengjuntuek, the owner of Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, bought the restaurant in April 2025.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The story of a restaurant owner returning a large sum of money to its rightful owner may seem like a distant tale, but it has implications for Laredo 's own business community. As the city continues to grow and attract new entrepreneurs, the importance of integrity and honesty in business dealings cannot be overstated. Laredo's unique position as a small incorporated city within a larger metro area means that local businesses often rely on personal relationships and trust to thrive. The actions of Sak Yiengjuntuek, the Thai restaurant owner, serve as a model for Laredo's business owners, demonstrating that doing the right thing can have a significant impact on the community. Furthermore, the story highlights the importance of responsible business practices, particularly during times of transition or crisis, such as a change in ownership or a natural disaster, which Laredo is prone to due to its Gulf hurricane and flooding risks.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF/Gray News) - The owner of a Thai restaurant in South Carolina says he has returned money that he came across to its rightful owner. Sak Yiengjuntuek, the owner of Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, bought the restaurant in April 2025. According to Yiengjuntuek, he was moving a c...
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