Drew Hansen
News Operations Manager
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Drew is a proud graduate of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL and home of the Salukis! Drew's career began with Raycom Media and WTOC in Savannah, GA as a weekend news photographer in 2002.
After moving to Orlando, FL, and back to Southern Illinois, Drew returned to Raycom Media to help launch WMBF in May of 2008 as chief photographer. Now as news operations manager, Drew oversees all equipment related to electronic newsgathering including cameras, cars, live trucks, and training for new employees.
Outside of work, Drew enjoys spending time with his 2 daughters.
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This is the first SC TOY from HCS since 2014-2015.
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Rubble is trained to detect odors including marijuana, meth, cocaine and heroin.
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For those who are able, the group says donations can be made directly to the pantry or directly to the center.
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"It's another important step in our journey to bring people to the beach to let them know that they're always welcome, that they belong here"
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A Murrells Inlet vinyl sign shop is using its craft to pay it forward for veterans in our area.
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Dozens of people have a new place to worship in the Grand Strand thanks to some good old-fashioned elbow grease.
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Prizes were also awarded to couples who were married the longest, shortest and most festively dressed.
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The St. James High School staff and students put the fun in fundraiser, as they raised money for one of their counselors who is currently battling cancer.
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Army veteran Lou Mascherino has been the owner of the Veteran’s Cafe and Grill since 2009. Since that time, it’s become a staple in the local veteran community.
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