Brad Dickerson

Digital Content Manager

Brad Dickerson came to WMBF News in February 2016 as a digital content producer. He became the station’s digital content manager in July 2018.

While at one time envisioning himself becoming either a lawyer or a teacher, Brad made the leap into journalism in 2006, getting his start with his hometown newspaper in Glasgow, Ky., covering business, agriculture and, ultimately, crime. He covered crime for another paper in Florida before moving to Myrtle Beach for a county government reporter position at The Sun News.

Brad transitioned out of news in 2013, working as a media communications manager for the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Still, the thrill of a newsroom could not be denied, and he made his way back in 2016.

A 2002 graduate of the University of Kentucky, Brad still bleeds blue. When not working, he enjoys playing guitar, running, catching a great movie and cheering on his beloved UK Wildcats.

Recent Articles by Brad

Jury finds Murrells Inlet woman not guilty of felony DUI in deadly crash

A Horry County jury came back with a not guilty verdict for a Murrells Inlet woman accused of driving drunk and killing one person.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 12, 2019 at 4:22 PM

Multiple units damaged in Socastee apartment fire

Crews were called to an apartment fire Thursday morning in the Socastee area, fire officials said.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 12, 2019 at 11:45 AM

Judge sets bond for Florence County mother charged after 2-year-old son shot

Bond was set Wednesday morning for a Florence County mother accused of failing to render aid after her young son was shot last month.

Nia Watson and Brad Dickerson

Published December 11, 2019 at 8:14 PM

Jury selection set in case of Myrtle Beach man left paralyzed following raid

The case of a Myrtle Beach man left paralyzed after being shot nine times by Drug Enforcement Unit officers in 2015 is set to go before a jury after the first of the year.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 11, 2019 at 2:00 PM

Authorities: 17-year-old accused of killing mother’s boyfriend in Florence mobile home park shooting

A 17-year-old is in custody, accused of shooting and killing a person at a mobile home park in Florence.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 7, 2019 at 5:50 PM

Georgetown County Sheriff’s deputy involved in head-on crash

A Georgetown County Sheriff’s deputy was taken to a hospital for evaluation following a head-on crash late Monday night, according to authorities.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 3, 2019 at 3:27 PM

Lawsuit: Myrtle Beach officers use of ‘excessive force’ led to woman’s miscarriage

A North Carolina woman claims in a lawsuit she was “violently thrown” to the floor by Myrtle Beach police officers last year during her arrest, ultimately leading to her suffering a miscarriage.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 26, 2019 at 12:33 PM

1-year-old child recovering after being shot in Florence County

The shooting happened on Boyd Street in the Scranton community.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 25, 2019 at 4:00 PM

S.C. Supreme Court: Skydive business has no right to occupy Horry County hangar

A dispute between Horry County and a now-closed skydiving business made its way to the South Carolina Supreme Court, with the high court ruling in favor of the county.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 22, 2019 at 4:50 PM

Carolina True Crime: The short life of Baby Boy Horry

It’s a story that gripped the Grand Strand community, eliciting feelings of sadness and anger for a child many didn’t even know.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 22, 2019 at 9:08 AM

Records: DNA match led to arrest of suspected ‘Potomac River Rapist’ in Conway

New court records are shedding light on what led authorities to arrest a man in Conway who is suspected of being the Potomac River Rapist.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 18, 2019 at 7:22 PM

Judge dismisses one charge against Murrells Inlet woman accused of concealing husband’s death

One charge has been dismissed against a Murrells Inlet woman accused of concealing the death of her husband.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 18, 2019 at 1:42 PM

Horry County superintendent addresses ‘growing problem’ of students making threats

The threats, according to the superintendent, are being made verbally, through social media and via text messages.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 15, 2019 at 6:51 PM

Police: Suspected ‘Potomac River Rapist’ lived in Conway area for at least a year

The man suspected of being the Potomac River Rapist has been taken into custody in the Grand Strand.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 15, 2019 at 2:00 PM

SLED investigating allegations that Lamar mayor took $40K, Jeep from 92-year-old father

The South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division is investigating the mayor of Lamar after she allegedly took $40,000 and a Jeep from her 92-year-old father.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 14, 2019 at 12:12 PM

Myrtle Beach City Council denies request to bring swingers club to city

After the city planning commission gave a negative recommendation, the Myrtle Beach City Council unanimously denied a request to open a swingers club.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 12, 2019 at 2:32 PM

Man charged in Robeson County crash that killed his 6-year-old daughter

A man has been charged following a Monday traffic crash in Robeson County that left his young daughter dead.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 12, 2019 at 10:57 AM

VIDEO: Repairs underway after water main break in Myrtle Beach Golf and Yacht Club

A WMBF viewer sent in video of the break on Wisteria Drive in the Myrtle Beach Golf and Yacht Club, which is located in the Socastee area.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 6, 2019 at 4:45 PM

SCDOT: S.C. 31 extension to be open by this weekend

It’s been a long time coming; the S.C. 31 extension is finally scheduled to open to drivers.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 6, 2019 at 11:22 AM

VIDEO: Viewer captures video of possible humpback whale along S.C. coast

A viewer sent over video he captured in Surfside Beach of what he said was a sighting of a humpback whale.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 6, 2019 at 11:01 AM

Two incumbents keep seats on Myrtle Beach City Council, runoff set to fill third open seat

One Myrtle Beach City Council seat remains up for grabs after incumbent Mary Jeffcoat found herself just 22 votes shy of the votes needed to retain her seat.

Ian Klein and Brad Dickerson

Published November 6, 2019 at 6:28 AM

Marlboro County man sentenced after pleading guilty ahead of retrial in 3-year-old’s death

A man who was previously convicted of killing a 3-year-old child in Marlboro County will serve much less time in jail following his retrial this week.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 5, 2019 at 3:52 PM

Dermatologist with Myrtle Beach office dies in plane crash ahead of FL air show

A dermatologist who has offices along the Grand Strand was killed when he crashed a plane before participating in a weekend air show in Florida.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 4, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Meet the candidates: Seven vying for three Myrtle Beach City Council seats

The polls are just a few days away from opening and one of the biggest area races is the race to fill three seats on the Myrtle Beach City Council.

Ian Klein and Brad Dickerson

Published November 2, 2019 at 8:01 PM

SLED: Murders in S.C. reach five-year high

The number of murders in South Carolina reached a five-year high in 2018, according to a new report from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division.

Brad Dickerson

Published November 1, 2019 at 7:34 PM

Horry County School District alleges Myrtle Beach misused millions in tax dollars; city calls it ‘unfounded assertions’

In December 2018, the school district and the county sued Myrtle Beach and the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base Redevelopment Authority, alleging the defendants misused tax increment financing.