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CCU Chanticleers

The city of Conway is buzzing with excitement as the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers set their...

‘It’s the home of CCU’: City of Conway filled with Teal Pride during NCAA Conway Regional

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:16 PM EDT
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By Ian Klein
The city of Conway is buzzing with excitement as the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers set their sights on Omaha.

CCU Chanticleers

CCU hosts regional playoff for the fifth time in program history.

‘We want to see everyone out there’: Conway Regional kicks off Friday

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:33 PM EDT
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By Makayla Evans and Steven Schlink
This is only the fifth time CCU has hosted the playoffs.

Grand Strand News

The new facility would be located here off River Oaks and Portwest Drive on a nearly 112 acre...

Plans to build a new Grand Strand Humane Society move forward despite concerns about location

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:27 AM EDT
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By Ian Klein
The Grand Strand Humane Society may soon have a new place to call home, but first the plans had to get approved by the Horry County Planning Commission.

Community

Splash pad ribbon cutting at Futrell Park

Parents, children enjoy new splash pad during ribbon-cutting at Futrell Park

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:43 PM EDT
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By Ashley Listrom
Futrell Park cut its ribbon on a new splash pad in Myrtle Beach this afternoon.

Community

A grand strand teacher went from grading papers to being put to the test himself after a joke...

‘It was challenging’: Grand Strand teacher appears on ‘I Survived Bear Grylls’

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 8:49 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Williams said he filled out the application as a joke, but things quickly became real.

Pee Dee Crime

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‘There’s a problem’: Sheriff shares safety tips amid recent Darlington County break-ins, stolen weapons

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 9:24 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
One car break-in is simply too many for the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office, especially when they told WMBF News suspects are stealing weapons.

Community

16-year-old Eunique looks to find a family through love.

‘She’ll keep you laughing all day’: 16-year-old Eunique looks to find family through love

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:31 PM EDT
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By Erica Edwards
Eunique, 16, is one of nearly 4,000 children in foster care in South Carolina who are looking for a family to open their hearts and homes to them.

Grand Strand News

Caitlin Bassett, who stars in the NBC series "Quantum Leap," and her father Steve Bassett were...

‘Quantum Leap’ actress, father receive Quilts of Valor quilts during ceremony in Myrtle Beach

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:20 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Caitlin Bassett, who stars on the NBC series “Quantum Leap,” was supposed to be the Military Appreciation Days Parade grand marshal

Events

Myrtle Beach Bowl logo

2023 Myrtle Beach Bowl to be held Dec. 18

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 2:02 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
For the fourth straight year, college football’s postseason will feature the Grand Strand.

Community

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Humane Society, Petco Love hold free pet vaccine event in North Myrtle Beach

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 1:24 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach aims to vaccinate 300 pets through this effort.
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Grand Strand News

North Myrtle Beach opens to new public parking lot for beachgoers

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:40 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Beachgoers will have another place to park in North Myrtle Beach.

Community

Missing North Myrtle Beach woman found safe, police say

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:34 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The police department said that she is OK.

Top Story

City of North Myrtle Beach opens new path for runners, bicyclists, walkers

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:19 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
People in North Myrtle Beach have a new path to help them get out into the fresh air.

Pee Dee News

Florence barbershop damaged in early morning fire

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:17 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
According to the report, Florence fire crews and police were called to Q Cuts on Evans Street around 4:30 a.m.

Community

‘Extremely scary’: Grand Strand woman recounts frightening moments on cruise ship during storm

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:38 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
A Coastal Carolina professor says she went from relaxing on a cruise ship to holding on for dear life.

State

Lottery for SC alligator hunting permits opens this week

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:24 AM EDT
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By Molly McBride
Alligators are commonly found in ponds and marshes across the Lowcountry, but recently they’ve been spotted in neighborhoods and even along busy roads.

Events

Strawberry moon rises this Saturday

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:40 PM EDT
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By Kendra Kent
Strawberry moon will be full on Saturday, named for the wild strawberries in season

News

City of Myrtle Beach commemorates Memorial Day with ceremony

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 10:40 PM EDT
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By Steven Schlink
Myrtle Beach honored those who made that sacrifice during a ceremony held at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

Community

‘No lead singer? No problem’: Crowd, veterans sing National Anthem at Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 11:15 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
There was an incredibly moving moment during the Memorial Day weekend in Myrtle Beach.

Community

LIST: Memorial Day 2023 events taking place across the Grand Strand

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 2:45 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember those who died protecting our country.

Grand Strand News

Restaurants prepped, ready to feed thousands of visitors for Atlantic Beach Bike Fest

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 8:59 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
Businesses said they started preparing a week in advance to make sure they don’t run out of food.

Military

‘Lot of my brothers and sisters up there’: Veterans honor the fallen at Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
Hundreds of people stood in the rain and wind for the opening ceremony Friday afternoon at the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall in Myrtle Beach.

Good News

Preston’s Seafood restaurant reopens just in time for Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:46 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Preston’s Seafood restaurant is ready to reopen after last month’s fire.

Events

Police encourage safety, preparedness ahead of Atlantic Beach Bike Fest

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 7:56 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Atlantic Beach Bike Fest kicks off this weekend, and officers said as the large crowd moves in, so will those in uniform to help keep you safe.

Community

‘Want to be a beer destination’: City shines spotlight on breweries with Myrtle Beach Beer Trail

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 6:59 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton and Kristin Nelson
Visit Myrtle Beach launched the Myrtle Beach Beer Trail so residents and visitors can experience the tasty brews at the beach.

This Is Carolina

This Is Carolina: Horry County music teacher taps students to complete college final

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:15 PM EDT
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By Loren Korn
Horry County music teacher auditions students for his final music project at Coastal Carolina University

Grand Strand News

Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall arrives in Myrtle Beach ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall making pit stop in Grand Strand.

Community

Myrtle Beach hosts ‘beautification day’ to spruce up community garden

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 9:51 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
For the second year in a row, the city of Myrtle Beach hosted a beautification day.

Community

‘It’s a bunch of great people’: Bike Week wraps up in the Grand Strand

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 9:30 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
Nearby businesses hosting events said turnouts were a success, despite some weather.

Pee Dee News

‘Forever be in our hearts’: Fallen Lake City police officer honored in Washington, D.C.

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 4:59 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A fallen Lake City police officer’s name is now with thousands of others who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Pee Dee News

Florence 1 senior receives private pilot license through high school aviation program

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 9:19 AM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
The goal for a group of Florence 1 students is to become pilots while still in high school.

Top Story

City of Myrtle Beach addresses parking payments, booting confusion with proposed ordinance

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 8:53 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
If a new ordinance is approved, the city would require specific signage in commercial paid parking lots letting people know that you have to pay to park in that lot.

Pee Dee News

Florence 3 schools to provide free breakfast, lunch to students

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 5:55 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
For more information, contact Valerie Mouzon, Food Service Supervisor at 843-374-8652.

Community

‘I want to help them’: 98-year-old Loris woman honored for her tireless efforts to serve her community

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 3:06 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
A celebration was held on Tuesday for a woman who has dedicated her life to making the Loris community a better place.

Grand Strand News

Myrtle Beach partners with nonprofit to bring back free beach wheelchair service

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 8:39 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
The City of Myrtle Beach is partnering with a Grand Strand nonprofit in hopes of bringing back its free beach wheelchair service.

Events

Carolina Country Music Fest announces official 2023 pre-party

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 8:18 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Know before you go!

Grand Strand News

City installs new safety signs, flashing lights in Market Common area

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 7:17 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
New safety signs and flashing lights are in place on Coventry Boulevard reminding drivers to share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists.

Top Story

‘They’re our battle buddies’: Horry County veteran training PTSD service dogs to help veterans

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 7:31 PM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
He said he trains the dogs himself to sense cortisol levels in their partner to actually prevent an attack from happening.

Grand Strand News

Boating Safety Week: Tips to stay safe ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 7:48 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
It’s Boating Safety Week, and there are a few things you need to keep in mind before heading out on the water.

Horry County

Annual World Famous Blue Crab Festival returns to Little River

Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 11:27 AM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
WMBF News got an inside look at how this small-town festival has become so revered.

Grand Strand News

Rico and Cleo make their debut for grand opening of Sloth Valley at Ripley’s Aquarium

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 9:28 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
The adorable new faces at Ripley’s Aquarium are done slow poking around and are ready to meet you.

This Is Carolina

This Is Carolina: Pee Dee musicians string up new interest in bluegrass

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 6:30 PM EDT
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By Loren Korn
Bluegrass music makes a huge comeback in the Palmetto State.

Events

Smoke on the Beach BBQ Competition kicks off this weekend

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 8:36 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
The smell of pulled pork and ribs will soon fill the air for the Myrtle Beach Shrine Club’s Smoke on the Beach BBQ Competition.

Events

Jimmy Buffett to reschedule Charleston concert to address medical issues

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 7:58 AM EDT
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By Steven Ardary
Jimmy Buffett announced on Facebook that his Charleston concert scheduled for Saturday is getting postponed.

News

WMBF News honored with Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for 3rd year in a row

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 1:36 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
WMBF News photographer George Hansen received the award for Excellence in Video.

Events

‘It’s a great feeling’: Bikers ride to build homes for injured veterans

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 9:52 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
If you’ve been cruising around for bike week, you can strap on your helmet and take a ride for more than just the view.

Top Story

Horry County first responders help revitalize Atlantic Beach basketball court

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 9:10 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
Horry County First Responders are making a slam dunk for the town of Atlantic Beach.

Pee Dee News

Buc-ee’s plans to expand parking lot for customers, staff at Florence location

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 4:32 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
If you’ve had trouble finding parking at the Buc-ee’s location in Florence, you are in luck.

Community

North Myrtle Beach K9 officers bike 200 miles in honor of fallen 4-legged heroes

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 9:48 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
North Myrtle Beach K9 officers strapped on their helmets and biked 200 miles in the Law Enforcement United Ruff Ride.

Top Story

Jury selected in deadly shooting at popular Myrtle Beach restaurant; manager expected to testify

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 9:23 AM EDT
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By Ale Espinosa
The man accused of McCray’s death, Driscoll Riggins, is now waiting for a jury that was selected on Monday morning, to determine his fate.
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