Nonprofit holds 10th annual Lemonade Stand Weekend in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Isaiah 117 House, a local nonprofit, is holding its 10th annual Lemonade Stand Weekend this weekend in Horry County to spread awareness and raise funds for children entering foster care across the nation. The initiative aims to provide a safe and welcoming home for...
FIRST ALERT: Steamy weekend with a few storm chances
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - We are giving you the First Alert to the heat, humidity, and the chance for an isolated storm or two. As we make our way into Sunday, temperatures will remain in 90s inland, but heat index will stay in the triple digits, nearing 104-109. Some areas will receive some strong afternoon storms, ke
Brass at the Beach brings musical excitement back to Myrtle Beach
If you’ve never been to a Drum Corps International event, it’s time to do so. And if you think it’s just a marching band contest, then you really will have a nice surprise awaiting you. The DCI Brass at the Beach returns to Doug Shaw Stadium on...
Neighbors start fundraising campaign for lift to get disabled veteran into the pool
Kermit Gibson served his country with honor and he is dedicated to his community. Gibson, who is affectionately known as "K2", did two tours in Vietnam where he was a part of the Tet Offensive in 1968. When asked what the Tet Offensive was like, he didn't mince any words.
Highway 17 Bypass shut down in both directions after traffic lights fall at Mr....
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Fallen traffic lights have shut down a busy stretch of Highway 17 Bypass in Myrtle Beach. The Myrtle Beach Police Department announced the closure just after 8 p.m., saying Highway 17 Bypass is closed in both directions from Highway 501 to 21st Avenue North. A WMBF reporter at the scene confir
Golfers step up to support 2 families battling childhood cancer during Conway tournament
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Around 130 golfers stepped up Saturday morning to help support two families battling childhood cancer during the fifth annual Strongman Luca James Foundation Golf Tournament. What started as a tournament benefiting one family has now grown to help three more. In 2022, 2-year-old Luca James was dia
Propane leak reported in Carolina Forest neighborhood
HORRY COUNTY S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County Fire Rescue responded to a reported gas odor near a home in the Carolina Forest area on Friday. Crews were dispatched to the area of Plumbfield Court and Juxa Drive, where they located a leaking underground propane tank outside a residence. Firefighters...
Ice cream shop opens on Little River waterfront
If you head to the Little River waterfront, chances are it's because of world class seafood. As of noon on Friday, you can also get an ice cream cone or milkshake. An employee flipped a switch and the "Open" sign lit up at precisely noon and Mz. Freeze was officially in business.
These South Carolina All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Make The Drive Feel Worth It
The best meals are not always the most expensive. Sometimes they are the ones where going back for seconds is part of the experience. That is something South Carolina has understood for generations. Across the state, unassuming buffet restaurants continue to draw long lines, loyal regulars, and road-trippers willing to
Hamburger Joe’s has been a Grand Strand classic since the ’80s
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Hamburger Joe’s in North Myrtle Beach has been a local staple since 1989, and we stopped by to see what’s made it a fan favorite for decades. We sampled some of the menu, went behind the scenes to learn how to make their famous Gold wings, and even stepped in to make a customer’s cheeseburger
