Rob Blomquist

Robert Blomquist joined WMBF News in January 2009. As assignment manager, he coordinates daily news content and assists reporters in news gathering. Before moving to the beach, Robert spent five years at WKRG in Mobile, Alabama, and a year at WNBC in New York. Robert attended the State University of New York at Stony Brook where he was a member of the cross country and track teams, but completed his communication degree at the State University of New York at Geneseo. When Robert isn't at the station, he enjoys teaching his Border Collie, Stella, new tricks and spending time with his wife Amanda and daughters Kelley and Emma.

Recent Articles by Rob

Sam’s Club reopening former Lumberton location

Sam’s Club is reopening is former Lumberton location as one of its newest eCommerce Fulfillment Centers.

Rob Blomquist

Published January 24, 2019 at 4:35 PM

After 51 years of operation, Possum Trot Golf Course in North Myrtle Beach is expected to close later this year.

Rob Blomquist

Published January 21, 2019 at 12:22 PM

Two men wanted for assault and firing weapon in a home

Investigators believe, on December 15th, the two men held people at gunpoint inside a home on Jefferson Road in Maxton.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 20, 2018 at 5:00 PM

Recycling options expanded in City of Myrtle Beach

More items are now accepted at the City of Myrtle Beach’s recycling facility on Mr. Joe White Avenue Extension.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 19, 2018 at 11:13 AM

More arrests, charges after Buffalo Ranch in Robeson County searched for second time in 2018

Deputies with assistance from other state and federal agencies serving several search warrants.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 14, 2018 at 3:52 PM

One person killed in morning accident on Highway 17

According to South Carolina Highway Patrol, one person was killed in a two car accident near Briarcliffe Acres Friday morning.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 14, 2018 at 2:27 PM

Deputies release names of two arrested following chase Thursday

Two Tabor City residents were arrested by deputies following a chase Thursday.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 14, 2018 at 1:01 PM

Coroner: Estranged couple dies after shooting near McLeod Hospital

The shooting occurred around 8 a.m. in the 800 block of East Palmetto Street.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 12, 2018 at 5:17 PM

Myrtle Beach city manager gets 5 percent pay raise

Myrtle Beach City Manager John Pedersen will lead the city of Myrtle Beach for another year.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 11, 2018 at 5:36 PM

The City of Myrtle Beach is considering proposals for two new hotels.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 10, 2018 at 5:17 PM

Walmart’s new ‘Pickup Tower’ coming to Myrtle Beach

Thursday morning a new “Pickup Tower” arrived at the Walmart Super-Center location on Seaboard Street.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 6, 2018 at 9:07 AM

FBI investigating theft in Horry County IT Department

County made aware of a possible theft in its IT Department.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 4, 2018 at 4:54 PM

Fire at Myrtle Beach recycling center under investigation

Myrtle Beach firefighters are investigating a fire which occurred at Waccamaw Recycling Center.

Rob Blomquist

Published December 3, 2018 at 11:36 AM

86th Annual Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting: How to watch and who’s performing

Wednesday night is the 86th lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

Rob Blomquist

Published November 28, 2018 at 11:27 AM

Town of Surfside Beach looks to county to run elections

In a letter to Horry County Voter Registration and Election office, Surfside Beach Mayor sought guidance on how to turn the town’s municipal elections over to Horry County.

Rob Blomquist

Published November 27, 2018 at 4:35 PM

Authorities: SC teenager stabbed in ‘fight over boy’

A 16-year old Cheraw High School student is in the hospital after she was stabbed during a fight over a boy.

Rob Blomquist

Published November 27, 2018 at 1:54 PM

Midlands woman sues MBPD for false arrest

A Richland County woman is suing the City of Myrtle Beach and the Myrtle Beach Police Department.

Rob Blomquist

Published November 21, 2018 at 5:37 PM

Georgetown man receives 7 year sentence for federal gun crime

Twenty-nine year old Dewayne Hasan Davis of Georgetown recenlty plead guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, according to federal prosecutors.