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MBPD: 2 victims held at gunpoint, assaulted on beach

WMBF News Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:16:00 EDT

A couple walking along the beach was held at gunpoint and assaulted late Saturday night.

Law enforcement cracking down during final days of Bike Week

Brennan Somers — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:33:00 EDT

Thousands of bikers are hitting the Grand Strand roads this weekend to celebrate the final weekend of Bike Week, but they are not the only ones you may see on the road. Several area law enforcement groups are already out in full force cracking down on anyone breaking the law.

Multiple Upstate debit card numbers used in Texas for fraudulent transactions

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:11:00 EDT

An Upstate woman and her friend have both lost money from their banking accounts - money they did not spend themselves.

County agrees to settlement in deadly 2008 train crash

WIS Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:01:00 EDT

Richland County has agreed to a settlement involving a couple who was killed in a train crash in 2008.

East Clarendon wins first softball title; Latta takes second

Joe Murano — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:02:00 EDT

Lady Wolverines top Dixie in decisive game three, 8-5.

Francis Marion statue unveiled in Florence County

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:16:00 EDT

Francis Marion is returning to the South Carolina swamps where he made his reputation as a Revolutionary War warrior.

NASCAR driver's cell phone confiscated in stolen race hauler investigation

WBTV Web Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:51:00 EDT

A NASCAR driver accused of stealing a race competitor's race hauler has had his cell phone confiscated by deputies as they investigate the crime.

Myrtle Beach teacher trades chairs in for yoga balls

Theo Hayes — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:29:00 EDT

Students in Courtney Ciel's fourth grade class are having a ball. While going over their social studies test Friday, they while bouncing up and down on red yoga balls, instead of hunched over their desks in chairs.

County cuts $500K from MBREDC budget

William Whitson — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:40:00 EDT

The Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Committee is through the first step to get next year's funding, but the Horry County Administration Committee wants to cut $500,000 from the corporation's product development budget.

911 tapes released in home invasion, suspects identified

Jennifer Emert — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT

WIS now has the 911 calls from a bold daytime robbery in which the homeowner came face to face with the suspect.

City sues 'Robin Hooders'

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

A group of men and women in New Hampshire say they're just trying to help people avoid parking tickets, but Robin Hood and his merry men are looking at a lawsuit and could end up paying the price.

Steakhouse gets back-to-back visits from DHEC

Erika Gonzalez — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

Liberty Steakhouse and Brewery at Broadway at the Beach had back-to-back visits from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) this week. The restaurant scored a 67, a 'C' rating on its recent health inspection.

Attempted murder suspect gets 40 years in jail

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:33:00 EDT

One of the two men charged with attempted murder for a 2011 shooting has been sentenced to spend several years behind bars.

XCON World brings actors, artists and more to Myrtle Beach this weekend

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:04:00 EDT

Zombies, aliens, superheroes, spaceship pilots and more will converge on the Myrtle Beach Convention center this weekend for XCON '13, Myrtle Beach's annual comic book convention.

Powerball jackpot grows to $600 million

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:22:00 EDT

The Powerball jackpot is now one of the largest in U.S. history.

Suspicious package cleared after evacuation of Florence business

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:02:00 EDT

Employees of a Florence company were evacuated for a short time Friday afternoon after package deemed suspicious was found in the building.

Big changes planned for Restaurant Row

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:47:00 EDT

Restaurant Row sits right between Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle beach. It used to be a thriving area, but has had some trouble in recent years.

Police name suspect in Blue St. stabbing

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:21:00 EDT

Myrtle Beach Police responded to an apparent stabbing on Blue Street Thursday night that sent one person to a local hospital.

Pawleys Island to install surveillance cameras

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:07:00 EDT

By the end of the summer, a series of surveillance cameras could be watching travelers who enter Pawleys Island.

Man falls victim to 'grandparent scam'

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:47:00 EDT

A man who sent over $2,000 to a foreign country to have his grandson released from prison is now wondering if the whole thing was a hoax.

Homeless agencies align to better serve community

Theo Hayes — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Hundreds of homeless congregate in Myrtle Beach along Mr. Joe White Avenue for food, shelter, and job assistance, and the city is continuously working to help support them.

'American Idol' winner Candice Glover celebrated across SC

Casey Vaughn — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:13:00 EDT

The Palmetto State continues to celebrate its first American Idol winner Candice Glover.

2-car crash in Florence sends 2 to hospital

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:07:00 EDT

The West Florence Fire Department is on the scene of a two-car collision on Hoffmeyer Road at Vintage Drive, an official with the department stated.

Police using technology to help predict crime

Jennifer Emert — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:37:00 EDT

If police cruisers came with crystal balls, prevention could flip to prediction.

SC Guard trains across state in disaster response

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:06:00 EDT

About 1,500 members of the South Carolina Army National Guard are taking part in five days of training involving potential responses to a natural disaster.

Georgetown Co. School District having technology fair

WMBF News Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:09:00 EDT

The Georgetown County School District is hosting the third annual Technology Fair on Friday May 24 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Vets from World War II carrier hold final reunion

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:09:00 EDT

Veterans of the World War II-era aircraft carrier USS Franklin are scheduled to hold their final reunion in South Carolina.

Myrtle Beach cracking down on property eyesores

Monique Blair — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:03:00 EDT

On Wednesday, the Myrtle Beach Construction Services Department held a public hearing for at least seven different Myrtle Beach property owners.

Deputies investigate new synthetic drug hitting the street

Jennifer Phillips — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:52:00 EDT

During an undercover investigation more than two years ago, FOX Carolina uncovered the sale of onetime legal synthetic drugs in the Upstate. They're illegal now, but a new blend is hitting the street.

SC film industry: Rebate law will bring hundreds-of-millions of dollars to state

Sujata Jain — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:23:00 EDT

The state's film industry is celebrating in a big way after Governor Nikki Haley signed a film incentive bill into law on May 9th.

Unpaved road in Florence Co. causing problems

Ken Baker — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:02:00 EDT

People in a Florence County community said an unpaved road in their area is causing accidents, health risk and promoting littering.

It's not too late to get a deal on a Memorial Day vacation

Brennan Somers — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:26:00 EDT

Thousands of tourists and bikers are heading to the Grand Strand for Memorial Day weekend. If you would like to avoid the crowds and still get away on a long weekend vacation, it is not too late to book your trip.

CCU hosting summer RoboCamp for students

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:31:00 EDT

Coastal Carolina University is giving rising 6^th to 8^th graders a chance to dive into space with the 2013 RoboCamp June 17 until June 28.

Parents of 'Baby Boy Horry' remain a mystery

David Klugh — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:47:00 EDT

The effort to find the mother of Baby Boy Horry has been unsuccessful, so far. WMBF News Anchor David Klugh investigated why, with the odds so heavily stacked against them, this case still captures the attention and the hopes of investigators and the community.

3 suspects featured on this week's 'Horry County's Most Wanted'

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:45:00 EDT

This week's edition of "Horry County's Most Wanted" features three men. Two are wanted for burglary and the other is wanted for failing to pay child support.

Consider This: Your Feedback

Ted Fortenberry — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:25:00 EDT

We received lots of feedback on recent topics and here are some of your thoughts.

Loaded gun found at Darlington High

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:00 EDT

A high school student has been taken into custody after authorities found a loaded gun in their possession.

Nat'l Guard conducts exercise over Florence, Myrtle Beach

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:44:00 EDT

On Tuesday, May 21, the South Carolina Air National Guard will conduct an air defense exercise in the skies over the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.

Monday at 11 - WMBF Investigates the cost of termite treatments

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Termites - there are lots of ways of to get rid of them, and all of them cost big bucks, so how do you know what's right for your house?

Neighbors petition against use of flammable plants

Erika Gonzalez — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:25:00 EDT

A group of neighbors is taking a stand against a major housing developer, to keep their community safe. The Carolina Forest homeowners are putting up a fight against the company's landscaping plans.

WMBF sits down with head of teen pregnancy prevention campaign

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:00 EDT

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - May is teen pregnancy prevention month - although teen pregnancy is on the decline, South Carolina has the 11th highest teen birth rate in the nation. Today on WMBF News at 4

Horry Co. looks to add rec. centers, sports facilities

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:21:00 EDT

Horry County has a hefty wish-list of buildings they want to build in the future. They are looking at adding recreation centers, an equestrian center, a skating rink and an aquatic center.

County seeks to tighten regulations on adult businesses

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Outdated licensing and zoning for adult entertainment venues in Horry County has lawmakers looking to tighten the reins.

Democrats criticize Gov Haley for state plane use

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:05:00 EDT

Democrats accuse Gov. Nikki Haley of misusing the state's planes by taking her campaign-paid videographer with her on flights around South Carolina.

NMB free summer concerts begin May 17

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:51:00 EDT

Thanks to the North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department, you can catch a number of free concerts on the North Strand this summer.

Top baby names in South Carolina for 2012 released

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

William continued to be the most popular name for baby boys in South Carolina in 2012, and Emma climbed one spot to become the most popular girls name.

Beware of phishing, suspicious emails

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

Big corporations are no strangers to phishing scams, and Walmart is one that admits their name has been used by many con artists in the effort to steal your personal information.

Green Sea Library will close for inventory

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:51:00 EDT

On Monday, May 20, the Green Sea branch of the Horry County Memorial Library will temporarily close its doors to the public.

Wildlife refuge gets grant to buy 1,362 acres in Georgetown Co.

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:45:00 EDT

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced the approval of more than $25 million in federal grants and Federal Duck Stamp revenues to protect, restore or enhance thousands of acres of wildlife habitat.

Man in custody after fatal accident Wednesday night

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:12:00 EDT

Horry County Highway Patrol is investigating an accident that left one person dead Wednesday night.

83-year-old woman charged after biker killed in collision near Hartsville

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:09:00 EDT

A motorcycle rider is dead and an 83-year-old woman has been charged after an accident near Hartsville Thursday morning.

Domestic violence, drug use associated with animal cruelty, expert says

Ken Baker — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:59:00 EDT

Law enforcement agencies across the state of South Carolina are linking drug use and domestic violence with animal cruelty.

Police search for suspect in two Georgetown robberies

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:39:00 EDT

Georgetown Police have identified a suspect in connection with two strong armed robberies in the area.

Vick's lawyer blames pebble in shoe for "stumbling" through State House grounds

WIS Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:22:00 EDT

For the second time in just under a year, Pee Dee lawmaker and former Seventh Congressional District candidate Ted Vick (D-Chesterfield) was arrested on a DUI charge.

MB Police truck catches fire on beach

Heather Biance — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:09:00 EDT

WMBF News was on scene last night as a Myrtle Beach Police truck caught fire on the beach.

Man dies of natural causes while driving, crashes car

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:03:00 EDT

A man who crashed his vehicle around 8:10 a.m. in Horry County on Wednesday was found dead, but not from the accident.

Reward offered for info on Amber Berbiglia's death

WMBF News Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:18:00 EDT

Detectives continue to search for clues in the death of Amber Berbiglia and are prepared to offer a reward for any helpful information.

Windsor Green Fire first responder remains in coma, daughter graduates

WMBF News Staff — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:29:00 EDT

First responders and officers of the law have missed one of their own who was hospitalized shortly after the devastating fire in Windsor Green. Wednesday, his daughter Taylor graduated from the Horry County Academy for Technology and Academics.

House arrest tracker places home invasion suspect at scene

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

An Horry County man is facing a long list of charges after being named a suspect in a Little River home invasion, and his sentence to home detention for previous crimes is what placed him at the scene.

Popular restaurant concept debuts in Myrtle Beach

Erika Gonzalez — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:22:00 EDT

A booming restaurant concept is making a debut in the Grand Strand. The owners of "Green Grubbin" on South Kings Hwy say their new restaurant may help fill a gap in Myrtle Beach.

Conway Downtown Alive sponsoring wine tasting event June 1

WMBF News Staff — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:30:00 EDT

Calling all wine-drinkers! Reserve your wine glass to spend a Saturday afternoon wine-tasting in Downtown Conway, brought to you by the Conway Downtown Alive.

Boardwalk expansion starts, but already behind schedule

William Whitson — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:15:00 EDT

The first step in expanding the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is underway, but construction was actually supposed to wrap up at the beginning of May. Three weeks into the month, and there's still a lot of work left to do.

Senate debates placement of ads on school buses

Theo Hayes — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

In the upcoming school year, your child's bus could have an ad on it.

Emergency Manager: No reason for concern after radioactive leak at nuclear station

Chris Dyches — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

Federal regulators say more than 100 gallons of water, with traces of a radioactive hydrogen isotope, have leaked at the Catawba Nuclear Station.

Women ride solo at Myrtle Beach Bike Week

Lauren Weppler — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:59:00 EDT

Lady motorcycle riders talk about the increase their seeing in females behind the wheel of their own bike at this year's rally.