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

Coroner: 16-year-old identified as victim of deadly overnight shooting in Loris area

Authorities are investigating a deadly early-morning shooting that took place in a community outside of Loris.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 15, 2021 at 5:03 PM

WHAT TO KNOW: Those in S.C. 70 and older can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments Wednesday

Starting Wednesday, Jan. 13, S.C. residents aged 70 and older can start making appointments to get the vaccine.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 12, 2021 at 12:19 PM

Myrtle Beach first responders receive COVID-19 vaccine

The Myrtle Beach City Council received an update on COVID-19 vaccination efforts across the city during a special meeting on Thursday.

Katherine Phillips and Brad Dickerson

Published January 7, 2021 at 7:45 PM

McMaster orders flags lowered to half-staff in honor of fallen North Myrtle Beach officer

The flags will remain at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Jan. 8.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 7, 2021 at 11:10 AM

White House report: S.C. has 9th highest COVID-19 test positivity rate in the country

The test positivity rate for COVID-19 in South Carolina is among the highest in the nation, according to a new White House report.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 6, 2021 at 11:48 AM

McMaster: Jan. 15 deadline set for those in Phase 1-A to get COVID-19 vaccine

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced a deadline for those in Phase 1A to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Brad Dickerson and Madison Martin

Published January 5, 2021 at 11:24 PM

McMaster announces $19.9M allocation from Governor’s Education Emergency Relief Fund

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will announce an allocation from the Governor’s Education Emergency Relief Fund on Tuesday.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 5, 2021 at 11:55 AM

Lawsuit: Former Horry County teacher became sick due to exposure to ‘toxic mold’ at school

A former teacher for Horry County Schools has filed a lawsuit against the district, alleging exposure to mold while at school led to numerous health issues.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 4, 2021 at 5:03 AM

Fund established to help family of fallen North Myrtle Beach officer

A fund has been established to help the family of a North Myrtle Beach officer who died in a New Year’s Day traffic crash.

Brad Dickerson and Katherine Phillips

Published January 2, 2021 at 2:49 PM

DHEC: COVID-19 vaccine could be widely available in S.C. by summer

Doses of the COVID-19 vaccine could be widely available to everyone in South Carolina who wants it by the summer.

Brad Dickerson

Published January 2, 2021 at 12:44 PM

One charged in connection to fatal shooting in Florence County

One person is in custody in connection with the shooting death of a man in Florence County on Wednesday, authorities said.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 24, 2020 at 12:19 PM

‘Our organization grieves’: Florence staff remember city employee who died following assault

Florence city employees are mourning the loss of one of their own.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 23, 2020 at 3:08 PM

Police called to deadly hit-and-run crash in Marlboro County

Authorities have been called to a deadly hit-and-run crash in McColl Tuesday night.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 22, 2020 at 9:49 PM

Suspect arrested in connection with assault of Florence city employee, authorities say

Florence police said an arrest has been made in connection with an assault that happened Monday morning at the Northwest Park Community Center.

Brad Dickerson and Cameron Crowe

Published December 21, 2020 at 6:35 PM

Man charged with murder in connection to fatal shooting in Florence

An investigation is underway following a deadly early-morning shooting Friday in Florence.

Brad Dickerson and Michael Owens

Published December 18, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Authorities investigating after two dogs found ‘severely malnourished’ in Marion County

Charges could be forthcoming after two dogs were found underfed in Marion County earlier this week, according to authorities.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 16, 2020 at 2:02 PM

‘Getting our lives back’: CMC administers COVID-19 vaccine to first employees

Horry County has received its first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Madison Martin, Patrick Lloyd and Brad Dickerson

Published December 14, 2020 at 11:18 PM

DHEC distributes letter to mission-critical workers in Phase 1A of S.C. COVID-19 vaccination plan

State health officials in South Carolina continue to ramp up their plans for distributing the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine once it has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 11, 2020 at 9:04 AM

Jury: Myrtle Beach’s traffic loop during Bikefest would have been used regardless of race

A federal jury has reached a verdict in a lawsuit filed against the city of Myrtle Beach by the NAACP that centers around the Atlantic Beach Bikefest.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 10, 2020 at 5:43 PM

‘This will not be a fast process’: McMaster discusses COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan in S.C.

His remarks come a day before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration could authorize the use of a Pfizer vaccine.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 9, 2020 at 4:32 PM

Open field in Little River again filled with holiday decorations

There’s not a couch, but for the second year in a row, an open field in Little River is full of Christmas cheer.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 9, 2020 at 2:07 PM

Coroner identifies pedestrian hit, killed while walking along U.S. 501 in Marion County

An 18-year-old was killed after being hit by a vehicle while walking along U.S. 501 in Marion County Tuesday night, according to the coroner.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 9, 2020 at 11:26 AM

Remains found in 2018 identified as those of missing Murrells Inlet man

The Georgetown County Coroner’s Office confirmed that human remains found in November 2018 were those of a man reported missing months earlier.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 8, 2020 at 11:30 AM

‘COLLEGE GAMEDAY’ GOES TEAL: What to know ahead of CCU’s big game

The national spotlight will shine on Coastal Carolina University and the Grand Strand as a whole this weekend.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 4, 2020 at 12:36 PM

NMB high school band informed they can’t attend state championship football game

A fixture of North Myrtle Beach High School football games this season will not be there when the Chiefs take the field in the state championship on Saturday.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 3, 2020 at 9:15 AM

Lawsuit alleges St. James Elementary student sickened by exposure to mold

The family of a former student at St. James Elementary School has filed a lawsuit against Horry County Schools, alleging he became sick due to exposure to mold while at the school.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 1, 2020 at 5:04 PM

Lawsuit against Myrtle Beach over Bikefest set for trial this week

A federal lawsuit filed against the city of Myrtle Beach that centers around the Atlantic Beach Bikefest is scheduled for trial this week.

Brad Dickerson

Published December 1, 2020 at 10:37 AM

Former NMB youth ministry director facing charges following sexual exploitation of minors investigation

The former director of youth ministry at a North Myrtle Beach church remains in jail following his arrest earlier this month after an investigation targeting sexual exploitation of minors via the internet.