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Horry County to do mosquito spraying in Juniper Bay area
Horry County is scheduled to conduct mosquito spraying on Friday, weather permitting.
‘There’s always that small little fear of what if I don’t wake up’: The decision to be a medical tourist
Every year, millions of Americans leave the United States in order to save money on medications and surgeries.
Families still want justice one year after mental health patients drowned in HCSO van
Wednesday marks one year since two mental health patients drowned in the back of an Horry County Sheriff’s Office jail transport van, and the families of the victims are still searching for justice.
Burn ban lifted after Conway water main repaired following break
City of Conway crews have repaired a 20-inch water main that broke after it was struck by a private contractor early Wednesday morning, according to city officials.
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Grand Strand movie theaters struggle to stay open
For decades, going to the movie theater has always been a family fun form of entertainment, but with an increase in streaming services, some theaters have been forced to shut their doors.
It’s Your Money: Horry County uses FEMA money to buy new equipment
The new equipment will help the county's Stormwater and Public Works departments clean ditches and beaches everyday and around storms.
SCDOT asks for federal funding to potentially raise section of Highway 501
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is asking for federal money to potentially raise Highway 501 near the Waccamaw River.
One injured in car vs. moped crash in Murrells Inlet
One person was injured in a crash involving a car and a moped Tuesday afternoon in Murrells Inlet, according to officials.
Man sues weapons manufacturer for $10M after gun allegedly discharges, hits him at Chick-fil-A
A lawsuit has been filed against a firearms manufacturer after a Horry County man claims his handgun discharged and the bullet hit him in the leg while at a Grand Strand Chick-fil-A.
SURF’S UP: North Myrtle Beach looks into expanding surf zones
Surfers in North Myrtle Beach may soon have more places to ride the waves.
Coroner: Man left note saying he wanted to take pictures before deadly balcony fall
An investigation continues into the death of a man who fell from a balcony in Myrtle Beach.
Two injured in two-car crash on U.S. 17 Business in Murrells Inlet
Murrells Inlet crews were called out to a two-car crash Tuesday morning that injured two people.
Democratic presidential candidates make their case to S.C. voters at Galivants Ferry Stump
Four of the top Democratic presidential candidates made their case to voters in Galivants Ferry Monday evening during the Galivants Ferry Stump.
EXCLUSIVE: Presidential candidate, former Vice President Joe Biden speaks on key issues
The front-runner looking to take the Oval Office for the Democratic party made a stop Monday in Horry County and spoke one-on-one with WMBF News on several key issues.
Fire crews rescue 3 trapped in overturned vehicle in Highway 17 Bypass cash
Crews are working on a serious crash in Murrells Inlet that has lanes blocked on the Highway 17 Bypass.
Flood victims tell Horry County officials ‘something needs to happen’
Residents in Polo Farms held a meeting Monday to talk to Horry County leaders about way to decrease flooding in the Longs neighborhood.
South Carolina to send $50 rebate checks to taxpayers by December
More than one million qualified taxpayers will have some extra shopping money for the holidays.
Horry County School Board member resigns following DUI arrest
A Horry County School Board member has resigned from her position following her arrest for DUI earlier this month, district officials confirmed.
Wreck involving dump truck closes part of S.C. 90 Monday morning
A part of S.C. 90 was closed for nearly 30 minutes Monday morning following a crash involving a dump truck.
Rape Crisis Center of Horry County sees spike in calls this summer
The Rape Crisis Center of Horry County says they’ve noticed a significant increase in calls this summer.
Myrtle Beach to unveil new color-coded lids on roadways
Myrtle Beach residents will soon see brightly colored water and sewer valve box lids on roadways.
Sen. Graham comes to NMB to ‘rally the troops;’ talks offshore drilling, gun control
A sea of red is how many described the event where nearly 400 people gathered to hear South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham speak and “rally the troops.”
Highway patrol investigating after car hits Horry County school bus
No injuries were reported after a car hit a Horry County school bus Friday afternoon, according to district officials.
Galivants Ferry Stump: 143 years of political and family tradition
For 143 years, the Galivants Ferry Stump has grown into a national campaign stop for Democrats.
Restaurant Scorecard: Improper temperatures for sushi items at one eatery; a perfect score at another
They claim their tuna is wicked but is it properly cooled? We begin this week’s Restaurant Scorecard with the Wicked Tuna Rooftop Bar and Grill in North Myrtle Beach.
Woman sues S.C. nail salon after she set her hands on fire while smoking
A woman has filed a lawsuit against the owners of a Grand Strand nail salon, claiming her hands were burned after employees said she could smoke while her fingernails were covered in acetone.
Grand Strand golf courses looking forward to the upcoming fall golf season
Summer is coming to an end and that’s a good sign for golfers in Myrtle Beach. With the fall golf season underway and local golf courses escaping significant damage from Hurricane Dorian, they’re looking forward to this upcoming season.
15-year-old runaway found safe
Police are asking for the public’s help locating a 15-year-old runaway.
Flooding concerns grow as nearly 2,000 proposed homes are closer to becoming a reality
In one week, two meetings have taken place to discuss a proposal to bring a nearly 2,000 home development to Conway.
Horry County leaders hope to widen part of Highway 701 near Loris
Horry County leaders are hoping to make a portion of Highway 701 in Loris is safer, and some in Loris say those changes can’t come soon enough.
Proposed Lake Busbee Bypass could alleviate traffic from U.S. 501
Plans are in the works to develop a new roadway that would give residents and vacationers an alternative route other than U.S. 501 near Lake Busbee.
Temporary swimming advisory issued for portion of beach in North Myrtle Beach
A section of beach along the Grand Strand has been placed under a short-term swimming advisory, according to the Department of Health and Environmental Control.
South Carolina’s REAL ID deadline is approaching
If you haven’t already made the switch to a new REAL ID license in South Carolina, you now have about one year left to make that change.
Eric Church to headline 2020 CCMF
Country star Eric Church will headline the 2020 Carolina Country Music Fest, according to an online posting from festival organizers.
Bills banning offshore drilling in the Atlantic move on to the Senate
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to permanently ban offshore drilling in the Atlantic, Pacific and the eastern Gulf of Mexico.
‘It was just surreal’: 9/11 first responders living in Grand Strand share their stories
From sunrise to sunset, people throughout the Grand Strand stood firm on the promises that “We Will Never Forget” the events of 9/11.
Myrtle Beach Fire Department receives new helmet cams
Firefighters are now using new helmet cameras just put in service last week.
Savannah, city leaders celebrate Phase Two of Savannah’s Playground
The city of Myrtle Beach held a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday morning to celebrate Phase Two of Savannah’s Playground.
VIDEO: Myrtle Beach pier manager rescues shark caught in fishing net
The manager of Second Avenue Pier in Myrtle Beach came to the rescue of a shark after it became tangled up in a fisherman’s cast net.
Grand Strand pauses to commemorate 9/11
The Grand Strand community took time on Wednesday to remember the lives lost 18 years ago in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Truck crashes into tire shop in Georgetown
A pickup truck crashed into a tire shop in Georgetown on Tuesday morning.
Conway police searching for 16-year-old runaway
The Conway Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway teen.
Report: Average Horry County worker makes $652 a week; second lowest in nation
Horry County is ranked second to last in the nation when it comes to how much the people who live here are earning, according to a U.S. Department of Labor report.
Myrtle Beach city leaders give initial approval for Arts and Innovation District
City council Tuesday gave initial approval for an Arts and Innovation District as part of the city’s Downtown Redevelopment Plan.
Broadway at the Beach hotel evacuated after reports of carbon monoxide leak
A hotel at Broadway at the Beach has been evacuated after reports of a carbon monoxide leak, according to Lt. Jon Evans with the Myrtle Beach Fire Department.
Construction industry continues to face worker shortage
Whether it’s homes, apartments or roads, there’s no shortage of construction projects around the Grand Strand. But research shows there is a shortage of qualified construction workers nationwide.
Residents express disapproval of a nearly 2,000 home development
A quiet two-lane road on the outskirts of Conway could soon be packed with homes and traffic.
Pawleys Island leaders move forward with beach renourishment project
Pawleys are moving forward with a much-needed beach renourishment project.
Horry County Schools announces make-up days following Hurricane Dorian
Students and staff members in Horry County are returning back to the classroom following Hurricane Dorian.
Myrtle Beach businesses see minor impacts to bottom lines from Dorian
As Dorian approached, concern grew for businesses relying on one last push as the doors on another summer season come to a close.
Waccamaw Riverkeeper says not to worry about coal ash pond breach
Santee Cooper announced over the weekend that one of its coal ash ponds had been breached by the Waccamaw River after Hurricane Dorian.
71-year-old driver in good spirits after fiery crash at Myrtle Beach Speedway
A thrilling race came to a heart stopping end at the Myrtle Beach Speedway over the weekend, but thankfully the driver injured in the fiery crash is in good spirits.
Student Spotlight: High school sophomore quarterback, honors student
From the football field, to the court, to the classroom, one Conway High School sophomore is a star.
Horry County police find parents of lost little boy
Horry County police are reaching out to the community, asking for help in finding the parents of a lost little boy.
Broadway at the Beach sports bar closes its doors
One Myrtle Beach sports bar sat empty just as a new football season kicked off.
Grand Strand businesses provide aid to Dorian victims
Several Grand Strand businesses are providing aid to those impacted by Hurricane Dorian.
Public asked to avoid part of Highway 22 after crash sends one to hospital with serious injuries
Officials are asking the public to avoid a part of Highway 22 following a single-vehicle crash Monday morning.
Crews respond to SUV fire on Ocean Highway
Crews are on scene of an SUV fire Monday morning on Ocean Highway, according to a tweet from Midway Fire Rescue.
Pawleys Island on the road to recovery after Hurricane Dorian
A beach renourishment project is set to begin on the beaches along Pawleys Island on Oct 1. Now, town leaders say due to the impacts they’re seeing from Hurricane Dorian, the project will probably start sooner than later.
NWS confirms EF-0 tornado touched down in NMB-Little River area Thursday morning
The National Weather Service in Wilmington is in Horry County Saturday confirming what some had previously suspected; a tornado touch down in NMB caused by Hurricane Dorian.
JEEP WATCH 2019: Man behind the wheel of infamous SUV ‘definitely paying for it now’
The man who said he was driving the Jeep that got stuck in the sand of Myrtle Beach Thursday during Hurricane Dorian is speaking out.
Coast RTA to go back to normal operations Saturday after Dorian
Coast RTA announced it will go back to normal operations for its fixed and paratransit routes starting Saturday morning.