South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has extended the state of emergency another 15 days during the coronavirus pandemic.

With more than $1.5 billion in unemployment insurance benefits provided to South Carolinians during the COVID-19 pandemic, the state Department of Employment and Workforce is beginning the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation program.

Several cities and towns took time Monday to honor those who have served our country.

The Myrtle Beach City Council will finalize its plan for the Memorial Day weekend during a special meeting Thursday morning.

One Socastee woman is using her talents to do something special for the Class of 2020, teachers and frontline workers who have been impacted by the global health crisis.

People who need a driver’s license will be able to take their tests starting next week.

Horry County has received federal funding to help those who are struggling to pay their rent due to the economic impacts of the coronavirus.

High schools in Horry County have released their graduation plans for the Class of 2020.

A North Myrtle Beach small business owner opened up her shop’s mailbox on Wednesday to an amazing gift: a $1,200 donation.

Florence School District 3 will hold a modified in-person graduation ceremony in the gym at Lake City High School on Friday, June 5, following a senior parade, according to district officials.

A candidate for Florence County sheriff has filed a lawsuit against the Darlington County Sheriff Tony Chavis and his office for wrongful termination.

Every voter in South Carolina is now qualified to vote absentee in the June primaries and runoffs, according to the S.C. Election Commission.

The nation’s top infectious disease expert had positive reviews for South Carolina’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

South Carolina lawmakers unanimously voted on a bill that would expand absentee voting for the June primaries due to fears over the coronavirus pandemic.

The Marion County School District will hold an outdoor, in-person graduation ceremony for the district’s high schools.

Coastal Carolina University has a new crew of alumni, but their graduation was a first of its kind for the school.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is looking for people who can become contact tracers.

The Department of Health and Human Resources released an updated list of nursing homes and residential care facilities where at least one person tested positive for the coronavirus.

Horry County Schools announced Wednesday a new program that will deliver meals to children in need.

A former gas station in Lake City has been turned into a trendy new business in Lake City.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced on Tuesday the launch of a website that will serve as a one-stop-shop on coronavirus information and also the state’s reopening effort.

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans announced on Monday that part of its baseball family has died from the coronavirus.

The Department of Health and Environmental Control is making it easier for South Carolinians to find screening and testing sites.

State parks, hotels, beach accesses and businesses are now open across the Grand Strand as some restrictions put in place to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in South Carolina are being lifted.

The United Way of Horry County and the Lowcountry Food Bank continue to help hundreds of families who are struggling financially due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Thanks to those in our communities, we have raised over $57,000 to help people in Horry County and the Pee Dee who are struggling during these uncertain times.

The Department of Health and Environmental Control revealed that a residential care facility in Florence County has nearly three dozen coronavirus cases.

The issue of how to safely reopen South Carolina’s economy has become a hot topic among our communities.

The list shows a total of 46 facilities throughout the state where there was at least one confirmed case.

The founder and executive director of Horry County’s Diabetes and Wellness Council said amid the coronavirus crisis, it’s especially important people with diabetes take care of themselves.

The United Way of Horry County and Impact Ministries are banding together to offer two mass food distributions, so students don’t go hungry.

Fin First, a Myrtle Beach-based company, has added mask-making to its clothing and beachwear design line-up.

The leader of the Horry County School Board said the district is working on a plan to feed students after it was forced to close meal sites and distributions.

Ahead of the weekend, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is re-iterating what people are allowed to do on the waters following the governor’s orders.

Horry-Georgetown Technical College wants to put food on the tables of families who are struggling during the coronavirus outbreak.

During these uncertain times, some families around Horry County are taking a little break from homeschooling and working from home to have a little fun.

Next time you’re driving around you may see some wooden crosses in people’s yards.

We have put together a list of non-essential businesses that have been ordered to close their doors by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster.

During this coronavirus epidemic, mental health offices have been forced to change policies, and so have healthcare providers.

The updated numbers came up Tuesday afternoon.

Major visitor restrictions were made by Grand Strand leaders on Thursday to try and prevent the spread of the coronavirus in our area.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control released its projections on the impact that the coronavirus will have on residents in the state.

WMBF News has put together a one-stop-shop guide to stories you need to know related to the coronavirus’ impact on the Grand Strand and the Pee Dee. Categories are listed alphabetically.

‘Macro Mom’ Shelly Jackson said her small business, like many other food places across the country, is adapting to a new way of life amid the coronavirus outbreak.

The South Carolina Association of Counties sent a letter to Gov. Henry McMaster, asking him to provide information on the location of coronavirus patients.

The governor encouraged residents to take advantage of curbside and delivery options in an effort to support businesses.

The Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to wary of scammers taking advantage of people’s anxiety over the coronavirus.

The information line allows residents to have questions about city services answered during this time.

Horry County Schools has added a student meal delivery option service to make sure students don’t go hungry during the coronavirus pandemic.

Need a break from news of the coronavirus? How about looking at some penguins!

Many price gouging complaints center around paper products and sanitizing cleaners.

It will become harder and harder to keep your child entertained over the next few weeks.

Police chiefs and sheriff’s in the Grand Strand and Pee Dee are assuring residents’ that public safety is still their number one priority during the coronavirus pandemic.

The South Carolina Department of Revenue is giving residents more time to file their returns and pay their taxes during the coronavirus outbreak.

Grand Strand area restaurants are doing their part to feed those who are in need during the coronavirus outbreak.

After South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster ordered the closing of all schools across the state due to the threat of the coronavirus, school districts across the Grand Strand and the Pee Dee made plans to provide meals for students.

Darlington Raceway will postpone the Speed & Feed BBQ Festival and Car Show due to the threat of the coronavirus, track officials announced Thursday.

The city of Hartsville announced on Monday it is moving to modified operations to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.