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Myrtle Beach International Airport nominated for ‘Best Small Airport’

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 4:19 PM EDT

By Kristin Nelson

The Myrtle Beach International Airport is in the running to be named the best small airport in the country.

Back To School Headlines

WMBF News teams up with Pelicans, Campers Inn RV for ‘Pack the Camper’ school supply drive

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 11:57 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Students are heading back to the classroom and we want to make sure they are prepared with all the pens, paper and notebooks they need.

Top Story

Here’s the winningest lottery stores in Horry County as Mega Millions nears $1B jackpot

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 2:52 PM EDT

By Kristin Nelson

If you’re looking to try your luck in Friday’s Mega Millions drawing, you may want to buy your ticket at one of these stores.

Horry County

Horry County Fire Rescue hiring new specialists in wake of opioid epidemic

Updated: Jul. 3, 2023 at 9:08 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The Horry County Fire Rescue team is looking to add two new positions to its team to try and help curb the opioid epidemic.

Political

FILE - Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., speaks during a town hall, May 8, 2023, in Manchester, N.H....

Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity hosts town hall with Sen. Scott in Myrtle Beach

Updated: Jun. 19, 2023 at 11:59 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Myrtle Beach will be in the national spotlight on Tuesday.

Grand Strand News

CCMF Guide: What you need to know about road closures, parking, rideshare location

Updated: Jun. 11, 2023 at 6:40 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

One of the biggest events of the summer season will be kicking off on Thursday.

Top Story

The Marion County Animal Shelter is pleading for help to take care of the nearly 200 animals in...

‘We need help’: Marion County Animal Shelter pleads for help to take care of nearly 200 dogs, cats

Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 11:11 AM EDT

By Kristin Nelson

The Marion County Animal Shelter is pleading for help when it comes to taking care of the nearly 200 animals at its shelter.

Grand Strand News

Drowning victim’s family files wrongful death lawsuit against Myrtle Beach, lifeguard service

Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 10:29 PM EDT

By Kristin Nelson

The fiancé of a drowning victim is suing Myrtle Beach and a lifeguard beach service, saying their negligence led to his death.

Home

LIST: Grand Strand events canceled due to rainy Easter weekend

Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 3:30 AM EDT

By Makayla Evans

The Easter bunny is making its way to town but so is the rain.

News

HOLIDAY TRAVEL GUIDE: AAA predicts nearly 1.8M South Carolinians will travel for holidays

Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 5:35 PM EST

By Kristin Nelson

The number of South Carolinians heading out on the road or flying to their holiday destinations could be record-breaking this season.

First Alert Radar

Pee Dee News

City of Florence launches website for stormwater master plan

Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 2:09 PM EST

By WMBF News Staff

The new site allows people to learn more about the stormwater plan and its challenges.

State

South Carolina issues over 1.3 million tax rebates to taxpayers

Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 10:56 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

Taxpayers who filed a 2021 S.C. Individual Tax return by October 17 were eligible for the rebate.

Pee Dee News

New electric vehicle battery gigafactory to create nearly 1,200 new jobs in Florence County

Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 11:36 PM EST

By WMBF News Staff

A new state-of-the-art factory will be bringing over a thousand jobs to Florence County.

Grand Strand News

TRAVEL GUIDE: Thanksgiving travel to exceed pre-pandemic levels in SC, experts say

Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 3:07 PM EST

By WMBF News Staff

AAA Carolinas predicts 850,000 South Carolinians will travel more than 50 miles for the holiday.

State

S.C. Dept. of Revenue begins issuing tax rebates

Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 11:34 AM EST

By Steven Ardary

The South Carolina Department of Revenue has started issuing income tax rebates to those who qualify.

CCU Chanticleers

CCU vs. App State: What you need to know for the game

Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 11:18 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff and CCU Athletics

If you’re heading to the pivotal game, here is what you need to know before you go:

News

Chamber sends out survey on proposed ‘alcohol consumption zone’ in downtown Conway

Updated: Oct. 11, 2022 at 12:32 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The plan for an alcohol consumption zone was presented back in July to the Conway City Council.

Pee Dee News

New changes for Dillon County school football games

Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 8:24 AM EDT

By Samuel Shelton

The first home football game of the Latta schools came with a set of new rules.

State

DHEC holding hiring event for onsite wastewater inspectors across S.C.

Updated: Aug. 29, 2022 at 3:57 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The agency is hosting a rapid hire event to recruit onsite wastewater inspectors.

State

‘Bluey’ and her friends are coming to Charlotte in May

Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 at 2:52 PM EDT

By WBTV Web Staff

Parents and kids, get excited. BBC Studios is bringing “Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show” to Charlotte in 2023.

Back to School

Georgetown County School District accepting non-resident students

Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 7:22 AM EDT

By Lauren Quinlan

There are three major requirements that must be met for your child or children to transfer to Georgetown County school district.

Horry County

Some Horry County summer meal locations to be temporarily closed this week

Updated: Jul. 5, 2022 at 7:55 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The 2022 Summer Break Café program offers free summer meals to children 18 and under.

Good News

Brookgreen Gardens announces $20M initiative to expand, bring new exhibits

Updated: Apr. 27, 2022 at 1:03 PM EDT

By Ian Klein and WMBF News Staff

A popular Murrells Inlet attraction has big plans to expand and renovate its facilities.

Grand Strand News

Destination North Myrtle Beach to conduct resident survey for master plan

Updated: Mar. 29, 2022 at 10:08 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Destination North Myrtle Beach is conducting a resident survey and is seeking input.

Pee Dee News

Marion County Animal Shelter asks for new, gently used shoes to help fund new shelter

Updated: Mar. 23, 2022 at 12:57 PM EDT

By Kristin Nelson

The Marion County Animal Shelter relies heavily on donations to help the animals that they care for, but this time they are asking for shoes for humans.

Community

WMBF News partners with American Red Cross to host blood drive on Thursday

Updated: Mar. 15, 2022 at 11:51 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The American Red Cross is facing a blood shortage crisis, and WMBF News wants to help fill the need.

State

POLL: Help name baby alligators at Edisto Beach State Park Nature Center

Updated: Mar. 9, 2022 at 1:47 PM EST

By WMBF News Staff

Two new additions at the Edisto Beach State Park Nature Center need names!

State

S.C. Secretary of State provides advice on how to safely donate to Ukraine, refugees

Updated: Mar. 8, 2022 at 10:18 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

People across the state of South Carolina are looking for ways to help out Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees as Russian troops continue to invade their country.

Grand Strand News

The 25th annual Myrtle Beach Marathon is Saturday

Updated: Mar. 3, 2022 at 7:56 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the 25th annual Myrtle Beach Marathon this Saturday.

Horry County

Trails, bridges and monorails: Conway residents share ideas for 2022 master plan

Updated: Feb. 4, 2022 at 5:29 PM EST

By Zach Wilcox

From small ideas to big ones, all ideas were welcome at a public input session on Wednesday.

Pee Dee News

LIST: Grand Strand, Pee Dee schools move to virtual, distance learning due to winter weather threat

Updated: Jan. 20, 2022 at 11:10 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

School districts in the Pee Dee are making the move to virtual learning as a winter storm approaches the area.

Education

Spearman calls on Florence One to start taking steps to consolidate with Florence Four

Updated: Jan. 12, 2022 at 2:42 PM EST

By Kristin Nelson

In March 2021, Superintendent Molly Spearman announced that the two districts would consolidate.

COVID-19

Horry County Schools updates quarantine guidelines to align with DHEC, CDC recommendations

Updated: Jan. 4, 2022 at 11:24 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

Horry County Schools has updated its quarantine guidelines after the CDC made changes to its recommendations.

Community

LIST: Holiday parades scheduled in the Grand Strand, Pee Dee

Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 8:40 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

The holiday season is in full swing along the Grand Strand and in the Pee Dee!

Top Story

‘Everyone is vulnerable:’ How to protect your information during holiday shopping, giving season

Updated: Nov. 25, 2021 at 10:11 AM EST

By Madison Martin

Fraud experts say this time of year is the perfect opportunity for scammers to gather up your personal information or money while online.

Grand Strand News

GUIDE: Everything you need to know on Myrtle Beach’s ‘Winter Wonderland’

Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 at 12:13 PM EST

By WMBF News Staff

The inaugural Winter Wonderland at the Beach is set to open next week in downtown Myrtle Beach.

Top Story

TRAVEL GUIDE: What you need to know before traveling for Thanksgiving

Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 at 12:31 PM EST

By Kristin Nelson

AAA expects 753,000 South Carolinians will travel for Thanksgiving, a 13% rebound from the total number of travelers during the 2020 holiday.

Community

Events planned across Grand Strand, Pee Dee to commemorate Veterans Day

Updated: Nov. 10, 2021 at 7:36 AM EST

By WMBF News Staff

Several events are planned Thursday along the Grand Strand and in the Pee Dee to commemorate Veterans Day.

Elections

ELECTION GUIDE: What you need to know about Tuesday’s races in Grand Strand, Pee Dee

Updated: Nov. 1, 2021 at 4:09 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Grand Strand News

Restaurants participating in ‘Woofdown Wednesday’ for Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach

Updated: Oct. 20, 2021 at 6:23 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Several restaurants along the Grand Strand are teaming up with the Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach to raise money for animals in need.

Grand Strand News

Conway Police Department up for grant to expand K9 unit

Updated: Oct. 19, 2021 at 3:24 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The Conway Police Department may be able to receive a grant to expand the K9 unit, but they’ll need the community’s help.

Grand Strand News

LIST: Spooktacular Halloween attractions in the Grand Strand, Pee Dee

Updated: Oct. 14, 2021 at 12:58 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

The spooky season is in full swing along the Grand Strand and in the Pee Dee!

Top Story

One Year Later: Memorial events announced to honor fallen MBPD officer Jacob Hancher

Updated: Oct. 1, 2021 at 10:12 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Sunday marks one year since Myrtle Beach police officer Jacob Hancher lost his life, serving the community that he loved.

Community

This is Carolina: Joy for others continues 6-year toy tradition at children’s hospital

Updated: Sep. 30, 2021 at 6:10 PM EDT

By Meredith Helline

For the past 6 years, Colt's Closet has donated thousands of toys to children undergoing treatments at hospitals.

Community

Meals on Wheels of Horry County in need of extra drivers to deliver meals

Updated: Sep. 30, 2021 at 4:42 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Meals on Wheels of Horry County is looking for help.

Pee Dee News

Law enforcement agencies team up, establish memorial fund for fallen Lake City lieutenant

Updated: Sep. 20, 2021 at 2:57 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

A memorial fund has been set up to honor the life of a fallen Lake City lieutenant.

Grand Strand News

Events planned in Grand Strand, Pee Dee to commemorate 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks

Updated: Sep. 9, 2021 at 11:35 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Saturday marks the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on the United States.

Education

Virtual learning? Face-to-face? A look at where schools stand in South Carolina

Updated: Sep. 3, 2021 at 3:52 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

As of Sept. 3, 17 districts across the state have at least one school in virtual learning.

CCU Chanticleers

Coastal Carolina University releases 2021 Gameday Fan Guide

Updated: Aug. 24, 2021 at 12:37 PM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Coastal Carolina University on Tuesday released the 2021 Gameday Fan Guide for the upcoming football season.

Horry County

Grand Strand Medical Center hosting hiring event for nurses

Updated: Aug. 11, 2021 at 10:43 AM EDT

By WMBF News Staff

Grand Strand Medical Center is looking to fill some nursing positions at its hospital.