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Top Story

A woman in North Carolina won the lottery after buying a last-minute ticket for Saturday’s Cash...

‘It was wonderful’: Pee Dee man wins $375K on his first lottery ticket

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By WMBF News Staff
Mini Mart received a $3,750 commission for selling the winning ticket.

Good News

Pluto is returned to the ocean after finishing rehabilitation.

WATCH: SC Aquarium releases two rehabilitated turtles

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Steven Ardary
The South Carolina Aquarium released two loggerhead sea turtles back into the ocean.

Good News

CHIK-FIL-A PEACH MILKSHAKE

‘To peach their own’: Summer favorite returns to Chick-Fil-A’s menu next week

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Anisa Snipes
Both drinks will be available for a limited time, while supplies last.

Community

Alexis Prue road to recovery after suffering cardiac arrest

Fundraiser held to support Myrtle Beach mom’s road to recovery

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 11:08 AM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
Communities across the Grand Strand are coming together to support Alexis Prue’s journey to recovery.

Good News

Volunteers from the South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts Team (SCUTE) relocated Surfside...

Volunteers successfully rehome Surfside Beach’s second sea turtle nest of the season

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:59 PM EDT
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By Ashley Listrom
Volunteers from the South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts Team (SCUTE) relocated Surfside Beach’s second turtle nest of the season.

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.

State

Litter of 3 sand cat kittens with light tan and black striped fur, cuddled together on a...

North Carolina Zoo welcomes 3 sand cat kittens

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:11 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The North Carolina Zoo is welcoming in three brand-new additions to its desert habitat!

Grand Strand News

South Carolina $20 lottery scratch off

‘Perfect place at the perfect time’: Winning $2M scratch-off ticket sold in Surfside Beach

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:36 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
For the second time in a month, a scratch-off letter ticket has made a millionaire out of one lucky person in the Grand Strand.

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

Good News

Created in 1917 by L.D. Peeler, Cheerwine is a one-of-a-kind soft drink with a unique cherry...

Cheerwine launches Uniquely Southern Summer Contest with unforgettable experiences up for grabs

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:33 AM EDT
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By David Whisenant
The uniquely southern soda is giving Carolinians the chance to win exclusive, one-of-a-kind experiences now through July during Cheerwine’s Uniquely Southern Summer Contest.
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Top Story

Family visits every SC state park, promoting education and history

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
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By Emily Johnson
This Memorial Day was a special one for a North Carolina family that has now traveled to every state park in both of the Carolinas.

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.

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.

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.

Good News

IT’S A BOY! North Carolina Zoo welcomes new baby giraffe

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By WITN Web Team
Zookeepers say the Zoo has had 12 previous giraffe births, making this one lucky 13.

Grand Strand News

Grand Strand man planning early retirement after $2M win from scratch-off

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 9:34 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
”I’m not making any big purchases,” the winner told lottery officials. “I’m investing it, so I can knock some years off my retirement.”

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.

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.

State

Deputies rescue abandoned puppy stuck in drain filling with water

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 8:38 AM EDT
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By Anisa Snipes
“Excellent work, guys,” said the Sheriff’s Office.

State

‘Flower grannies’ at NC wedding are TikTok sensations

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 6:37 PM EDT
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By WITN Web Team and Courtney Bunting
Their so-called “flower grannies” idea is getting a lot of attention for its originality and fun.

Top Story

North Myrtle Beach firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 7:01 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
B-Battalion Engine 5 was called to assist in the Barefoot Resort area after reports of ducklings who had fallen into a storm drain.

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.

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.

Grand Strand News

‘It’s a calling’: Myrtle Beach Police Officer of the Year named during ceremony

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 5:20 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Sgt. Daniel Eddy was awarded the Officer Joe McGarry Memorial Police Officer of the Year Award on Monday during a luncheon at the Myrtle Beach Rotary Club.

Top Story

Pee Dee woman celebrates 104th birthday on Mother’s Day

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 10:25 AM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
In the Pee Dee, Mother’s Day was extra special as one mom in Florence celebrated over 100 years of life.

Grand Strand News

Annual Running Hawaiian 5K brings Grand Strand communities together

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 10:43 AM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
An annual event in the Grand Strand was held Saturday to honor a late runner known to inspire those who knew him.

Grand Strand News

Myrtle Beach International Airport welcomes new therapy dog

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 1:53 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
The airport took to social media Saturday to introduce the world to Walter.

Community

HCFR helps clean up, give new life to Atlantic Beach basketball court

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 10:35 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
First responders in Horry County recently pitched in to help give new life to an outdoor basketball court in the community.

This Is Carolina

This Is Carolina: Conway couple sparks interest in stained glass

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 6:33 PM EDT
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By Loren Korn
A Conway couple decorates the Grand Strand with stained glass and teaches the artistic skill.

Pee Dee News

Pee Dee humane society saves kitten with head stuck in soup can

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By Kristin Nelson
A kitten found himself stuck in a situation earlier this week that didn’t make him feel very “soup-er.”

Community

‘It’s been a whirlwind’: CCU professor nominated for Grammy award

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:26 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Coastal Carolina’s assistant professor of music, Dr. Eric Schultz, can officially say he is a Grammy nominee.

Community

North Strand Housing Shelter expands to help more people in need

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 8:36 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Now with 10 donated bunk beds, the shelter can take in families with more children.

Good News

Grand Strand 18-year-old becomes CCU’s youngest graduate

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 10:53 PM EDT
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By Samuel Shelton
He’s making what seemed impossible, possible, and he’s the first in Coastal Carolina’s history to do it.

Grand Strand News

‘We love the Inlet’: Twisters Soft Serve gears up for construction at new location

Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 7:38 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Twisters Soft Serve found a new place to call home and wants to get up and running faster than your ice cream can melt.

Education

Aynor High celebrates one of its own winning South Carolina Teacher of the Year

Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 7:07 PM EDT
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By Drew Hansen
This is the first SC TOY from HCS since 2014-2015.

Grand Strand News

‘He’s really brave’: Grand Strand family hopes new FDA-approved medication helps treat son with Cystic Fibrosis

Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 7:45 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
Ali Sperling said her son Rowan seems like any other four-year-old: Curious, adventurous and loves Legos; however, he lives with a rare genetic disease that impacts their everyday lives.

Home

Grand Strand nonprofit helps put skateboards in hands of kids worldwide

Updated: Apr. 27, 2023 at 10:03 AM EDT
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By Makayla Evans
The Heart of Stoke Foundation started just five months where they focused on helping kids in the Grand Strand.

Education

Aynor High School teacher named South Carolina’s Teacher of the Year

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 4:35 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Renee Atkinson is an English teacher at Aynor High School and has been teaching for 21 years.

Good News

‘We are all excited’: Popular Murrells Inlet ice cream shop announces new location

Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 10:34 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
A beloved Murrells Inlet soft serve ice cream shop made a big announcement on where it will be located.

Horry County

Horry County crews help rescue ducklings from storm drain

Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 6:36 PM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
Some lucky ducklings got a big assist from Horry County crews on Saturday.

State

Richland County deputy bottle feeds newborn kitten

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By Tiffany Tran-Ozuna
One Richland County deputy took the purrrfect approach to helping his community.

Good News

‘It makes me feel very special’: Indian Land baseball team manager takes field for first time

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 10:40 PM EDT
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By Cam Gaskins
Kiefer Katsoulis was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at five years old.

This Is Carolina

This Is Carolina: Breast cancer survivor credits gym for her strength to help others

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 6:40 PM EDT
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By Loren Korn
Planet Fitness inspires breast cancer survivor to help others battling the disease

State

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden welcomes two rare blue-billed curassows hatchlings

Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 11:04 AM EDT
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By Marcus Flowers
Riverbanks Zoo & Garden welcomes two new rare bird hatchlings.
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