Kaley Skaggs
WMBF News Today reporter
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Kaley Skaggs is a proud Kentuckian and alum of Western Kentucky University. She came to us from our sister station, WBKO where she developed a love for telling the story of communities and highlighting what all small towns have to offer.
While Kaley calls the Bluegrass state home she has also lived in a variety of places from Mickey Mouse's hometown of Orlando to the seashore of northern Africa.
Her hobbies range from learning about classic films to deer hunting with her dad on their family farm to traveling to new places.
She loves adventure and is looking forward to all the adventures that South Carolina has to offer.
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The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs wants you to be on high alert for scammers who are taking advantage of the surge in COVID-19 testing.
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High school seniors along the Grand Strand now have the opportunity to apply for college scholarships through the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Educational Foundation.
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South Carolina lawmakers have a lot to accomplish over the next 18 weeks as the new legislative session kicks off in Columbia.
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The Myrtle Beach Fire Department is working hard prevent cancer in their ranks.
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One of her biggest hopes is creating a city that when people come, they don’t want to leave.
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Loris Police Chief Gary Buley says the hope is that the new resource officer will not only be there to protect students, but also give them a positive outlook about police.
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As COVID-19 cases surge in South Carolina, doctors continue to encourage parents to take precautions to protect their children against the virus.
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If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has some tips to ensure you protect your mental and emotional health going into the new year.
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State health officials are encouraging parents to carefully decide what toys your child receives this Christmas.
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The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, the amount of waste increases between 25% and 43%.
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A Grand Strand ministry is teaming up with local churches to collect items for tornado victims in western Kentucky.
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Two local bartenders are giving back in a big way this holiday season.
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A local program aims to bring comfort to seniors who may be forced to spend the holidays alone this year.
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The goal of the task force which was created in September is to meet, discuss, and make recommendations to the Horry County infrastructure committee.
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The 23-member ceremonial all-brass ensemble will also lay wreaths in the USS Arizona Memorial.
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The program through omega psi phi fraternity is all about teaching young men how to give back to the community.
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The Myrtle Beach Police Department is looking for new members to join the agency’s Special Operations Bike Patrol Unit.
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With all the festive lights and decorations, experts say fire prevention should be a top priority for many families during the holiday season.
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Scammers are taking advantage of the ongoing supply chain issues to steal from unwitting victims this holiday season.
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Nearly 680,000 South Carolinians are expected to hop in their cars and drive to their Thanksgiving destination, up 9% from last year, according to AAA.
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As the holiday shopping season ramps up, experts are urging the public to be aware of hackers, scammers and online thieves.
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Despite vaccines being readily available and fewer restrictions in place, doctors are still encouraging people to take precautions against COVID-19 this holiday season.
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One Myrtle Beach food bank is feeling the impacts of the supply chain issues as they work to ensure no one goes hungry this holiday season.
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Those who want to participate in the free clinics will have four opportunities to do so.
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Most of those children are between the ages of 10 and 17.
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A Veterans Victory Walk is happening Thursday morning to honor those who selflessly served our country.
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Parents in Horry County Schools can now decide if they want to send their kids back to school or keep them learning at home next semester.
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Many families will soon be reunited with their loved ones as the Untied States reopens the land border to Canada.
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The second annual Portside Fall Fest & Craft Fair is happening this weekend.
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Tidelands Health is hosting COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the Myrtle Beach area for younger children beginning Thursday.
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Before you head out to the polls on Tuesday, make sure you know where you’re going and what you need to bring with you.
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The chamber said based on their data, the winter season in Myrtle Beach will be busy with people visiting the Grand Strand.
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The first ever ‘Fall Fling’ hosted by the city of Myrtle Beach is happening Friday at the General Robert H. Reed Recreation Center.
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A sea of pink will soon greet visitors to the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk.
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Medical experts say some people who contract COVID-19 battle symptoms of the virus weeks and months after they have recovered from the illness.
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When Myrtle Beach City Council meets at the Ted C. Collins Law Enforcement Center Tuesday, it will be the first time city leaders will talk about updating the floodplain management zoning.
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Unlike last year, doctors at Tidelands Health say they expect an initial spike in flu cases this year.
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A walk to support those living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as ALS, is happening this weekend.
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Roughly 365,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer every year across the United States, with 40,000 women succumbing to the disease.
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With Halloween fast approaching, doctors are giving trick-or-treating the green light this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The 42nd annual Loris Bog-Off Festival is this weekend, a highly anticipated community event that starts with a 5K at Loris High School’s football field.
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Between spectators, volunteers, and runners at the 12th annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon, event organizers say this weekend will be extremely busy.
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The Highway 90 Task Force will meet for the first time this week to try and find solutions to improve the roadway.
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Neighbors and businesses who get their water through the city of Myrtle Beach can donate to the Grand Strand Humane Society through their monthly water bill.
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As Fire Prevention Week rolls on, public safety officials are hoping the community learns the “sounds of fire safety,” which was chosen as this year’s theme by the National Fire Protection Association.
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Coastal Carolina University is on a mission to prevent domestic violence incidents and support survivors.
A proposed resolution would allocate a significant portion of extra Ride II money to expand Highway 90.
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The month-long virtual event kicks off on Saturday.
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More than 200 local elections are happening soon across South Carolina, and now is time to register to ensure your voice is heard.
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Myrtle Beach pediatrician Dr. Marc Bahan says the increase is largely due to not being able to be in school with friends and not being aware of what is going on.