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Horry County parents raise concerns about school bus stop safety

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Ale Espinosa
Horry County parents say they’re questioning what the state law says about school bus stops.

This Is Carolina

Senior Softball Myrtle Beach launches a new league for men over 70

This Is Carolina: Senior Softball Myrtle Beach launches 70+ league

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Loren Korn
A senior men's softball organization is launching another league for men over 70.

News

Coastal Carolina University - Hwy 544

CCU officials present plans for $7.5 million pedestrian walkway to state lawmakers

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Julia Richardson
The ultimate goal is to have the walkway established as a part of the state’s final budget for the next fiscal year.

Grand Strand News

Charleston-based BBQ restaurant opening Myrtle Beach location

Charleston-based BBQ restaurant opening Myrtle Beach location

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WMBF News Staff
Swig & Swine is planned to open later this year.

WMBF News

Neal & Pam’s Bar and Grill shares progress as owner works to reopen after fire

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Makayla Evans
The Surfside Beach staple was heavily damaged after a fire broke out in July.

Events

Beach ‘n Chili Fest returns to Grand Strand for 56th annual championship cook-off

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 9:06 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
The 56th Annual World Championship Chili Cook-off (WCCC) will take place on Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2023, at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place.

Community

Atlantic Beach residents share mixed feelings about proposed ‘Cond-otel’ development

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 10:36 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
New development could be on its way to Atlantic Beach. This comes after city leaders emphasized the need for growth in the town.

Grand Strand News

Myrtle Beach City Council gives green light for new apartment building, stores near Coastal Grand Mall

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:57 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
A new apartment complex and more retail stores will be built near Coastal Grand Mall.

Entertainment

Dave Matthews Band to perform in Wilmington

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 12:21 PM EST
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By WECT Staff
Live Oak Bank Pavilion has announced that the Dave Matthews Band 2023 tour is coming to the venue on May 30 and 31.

Crime

Sheriff’s Office warns of fraudsters impersonating law enforcement in phone scam

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 9:18 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
'The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office will never contact our citizens and request for money in any form.'
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Community

Despite setbacks Mr. Sub inches closer to opening day

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 7:17 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
Mr. Sub's new owner hopes to open by Valentine’s Day.

Horry County

5 displaced in Horry County house fire overnight

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:27 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Five people are displaced after a house fire in Horry County.

Grand Strand News

Journey to freedom: Georgetown community honors its historical connection to abolitionist Harriet Tubman

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 9:46 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
Commemorating the history to those who’ve paved the way, community leaders across Georgetown are excited to honor the city’s culture and heritage with a new sculpture.

News

Horry County police reopen Airport Road near Highway 701; Cow still on the loose

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 8:00 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Officers said to 'moo-ve slowly and keep your eyes peeled.'

Good News

Lumberton Walmart donates thousands of items to help homeless students, families in district

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 3:08 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Lumberton Walmart employees along with Public Schools of Robeson County teamed up to help students and their families who are in need.

Grand Strand News

Myrtle Beach woman’s stocking-stuffer scratch-off lands Powerball jackpot

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 1:05 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
A Myrtle Beach woman turned the small prize from a scratch-off given to her as a Christmas gift into a $150,000 winning Powerball® ticket.

Crime

Warrant: Welfare check, fraud charge in Myrtle Beach led to arrest in N.C. woman’s murder

Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 1:02 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
KC Johnson was reported missing on Saturday in Wilmington.

Horry County

Coastal Carolina University students help revitalize community garden in Conway

Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 10:14 AM EST
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By Natasha Laguerre
A community garden in Conway is getting more care thanks to some students in the area.

Horry County

Multiple injuries reported in 3-vehicle crash with 18-wheeler on Highway 9

Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 9:29 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating.

Good News

‘Our students have a strong voice here’: Two Florence 1 Schools selected as finalists for Palmetto’s Finest Awards

Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 7:12 AM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
In the Pee Dee, two Florence 1 schools are in the spotlight.

News

Myrtle Beach police, community outreach group host event to educate public about addiction, homelessness

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 11:16 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
Myrtle Beach Police Department and the Coordinated Effort hosted a Night of Knowledge on Thursday night at Midtown Vineyard Church.

Top Story

Approval for apartment complex with over 300 units in Myrtle Beach pushes plans into next phase

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 9:23 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
The Myrtle Beach Community Appearance Board, (CAB), approved plans for a 360 unit apartment complex at a Thursday meeting.

This Is Carolina

This Is Carolina: Florence 1 Schools creates student run market

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 6:52 PM EST
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By Loren Korn
Florence 1 Schools partners with Pepsi to create a student run market for special needs students.

Grand Strand News

‘We need to make a difference’: Myrtle Beach police chief pushes for harsher fentanyl laws in S.C.

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 3:18 PM EST
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By Kristin Nelson
House Bill 3503 which would create the charge of trafficking fentanyl for local law enforcement agencies.

Community

Myrtle Beach Human Rights Commission takes steps to crack down on hate crimes

Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 7:33 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
The Myrtle Beach Human Rights Commission hopes to get the ball rolling on two hate crime proposals to send over to city council.

News

Price tag to revitalize historic Conway elementary increases to $30 million

Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 8:45 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
The determination to preserve its history Is what city leaders in Conway have when it comes to the future of Whittemore Elementary School.

Traffic

Highway 17 Business to temporarily close in Surfside Beach Wednesday morning

Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 12:31 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Highway 17 Business in Surfside Beach will temporarily close Wednesday morning while Santee Cooper completes work in the area.

News

‘We need a conversation’: Market Common community share concerns weeks after bicyclist hit, killed

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 8:45 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
Neighbors in The Market Common are concerned after a crash killed a bicyclist a few weeks ago.

Top Story

North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue calls for help break record; Officials make plans to open more stations

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 8:26 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
North Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue’s 2022 incident report shows a little more than 6,200 calls for help, which is around 300 more than 2021.

News

‘It’ll brighten your day’: New mural coming to downtown Myrtle Beach

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 6:13 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
A new mural, "Give a Child Some Paint," is coming to downtown Myrtle Beach.

Horry County

2 displaced after multiple crews battle Surfside Beach house fire

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 10:04 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Crews are battling a house fire in Surfside Beach Tuesday morning.

Community

Winning $150K Powerball lottery ticket sold in Myrtle Beach

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 9:27 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Because the winners added PowerPlay® for an additional $1, the $50,000 prizes increased to $150,000 when a “3″ multiplier was drawn.

Community

Marion community gathers in unity on Day of Remembrance for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 7:25 AM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
Through the streets of Marion, to a place of worship, many came together in unity in a day of remembrance for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Top Story

Prefiled state bill would ban artificial light in designated coastal areas to protect sea turtles, hatchlings

Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 6:47 PM EST
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By Julia Richardson
The pre-filed State Senate Bill 133 would prohibit the use of artificial light in areas where sea turtles are likely to nest.

Grand Strand News

PHOTOS: First SpaceX launch of 2023 seen along Grand Strand

Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 11:09 AM EST
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By Kristin Nelson
Many people along the Grand Strand got a glimpse of the first SpaceX rocket launch of 2023.

Grand Strand News

Grand Strand Freedom Week event aims to break stigmas about mental health

Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 6:49 AM EST
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By Natasha Laguerre
As part of Grand Strand Freedom Week, leaders in the Myrtle Beach area opened up a forum this weekend to try and break stigmas about mental health.

Grand Strand News

Grand Strand Freedom Week kicks off with annual MLK Parade

Updated: Jan. 14, 2023 at 6:10 PM EST
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By Natasha Laguerre
Those attending the parade also feel it could serve as a teaching moment for younger generations on what unity is all about.

Top Story

New homes proposed for development in North Myrtle Beach

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 10:27 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
Over 200 acres along Water Tower Road and Long Bay road now belong to the City of North Myrtle Beach.

Horry County

Mother suing HCS, bus driver after daughter allegedly fell out of a moving school bus

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 5:15 PM EST
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By S.E. Jenkins
According to the lawsuit, the Horry County Schools’ student fell out the emergency exit door of a school bus as it traveled down the road at about 20 mph.

Events

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events during Grand Strand Freedom Week

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 7:49 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
Grand Strand Freedom Week kicks off with a lineup of events for you to join and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Horry County

Conway firefighters battle early-morning house fire

Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 7:26 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Crews are battling a house fire in Conway Friday morning.

Pee Dee News

‘I’ve always had a passion for children’: Grant funding pushes Florence Darlington Technical College’s early childhood program forward

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 10:55 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
In the Pee Dee, The Florence Darlington Technical College is on a mission to develop future leaders in early childhood.

Top Story

Cherry Grove Pier repairs set to begin as materials to rebuild arrive

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 9:21 PM EST
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By Ale Espinosa
It is not clear when repairs will start, but staff said they should start sometime in January.

Crime

Man convicted in Myrtle Beach Grindr robbery case sentenced to 12 years

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 5:44 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Tilton was charged in connection to armed robberies that occurred on Dec. 28 and Dec. 29, 2018, in the Myrtle Beach area using a social media app called Grindr.

State

Lake City train derailment strands Amtrak passengers for 12+ hours

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 10:20 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff and NBC
For one family, what began as a fun trip to Florida to visit Legoland turned into a nightmare after a train ride meant to last around 17 hours turned into a more than 35-hour ordeal.

News

Bon appetit! S.C. Restaurant Week kicks off in Myrtle Beach

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 9:58 AM EST
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By Makayla Evans
Get ready to dig in! You can check out fan favorites, order more food and see a smaller bill than usual with South Carolina Restaurant Week kicking off.

Community

Publix supporting South Carolina Specials Olympics with torch icons

Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 9:46 AM EST
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By Marcus Flowers
Publix has started campaign to support the South Carolina Special Olympics.

Pee Dee News

Longtime Hartsville childcare facility prepares to close its doors leaving parents searching for answers

Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 9:01 PM EST
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By Samuel Shelton
In the Pee Dee, some Hartsville parents have more questions than answers after a longstanding daycare announced its closing.

Community

‘Grateful for the response’: Lake City rail crossings reopen after 25-car derailment; water boil advisory remains active

Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 12:36 PM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
Twenty-five cars derailed after striking a vehicle on the tracks around 8 p.m. Monday.

Pee Dee News

‘We love all of our K9s’: Florence County K9 receives body armor donation

Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 11:30 AM EST
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By WMBF News Staff
One of Florence County’s four-legged officers just received some extra protection.
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