Horry County approves tract to connect Carolina Bays Parkway to US 17 Bypass
Plans for the Pine Ridge Residential Tract to connect Carolina Bays Parkway to Highway 17 Bypass are moving forward after Horry County Council unanimously approved the development agreement at a Tuesday meeting. The construction will connect to Scipio Lane and Big Block Road, with additional connections intended to all
Heat exhaustion vs. Heat stroke
Hot summer weather is no stranger to the Carolinas, but when the heat becomes extreme, it's a whole different story. The National Weather Service will issue heat alerts when heat index, or "real-feel," numbers are forecast to reach 105 or higher and last for at least two hours. When heat...
Building evacuated after alleged threat at CCU campus, university says
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A building was evacuated after an alleged safety threat at Coastal Carolina University. CCU’s alert system notified students Tuesday night about reports of an anonymous safety threat in the area of DeCenzo Hall. After a thorough investigation by public safety, the university says there...
NOAA Seeks Public Comment on South Carolina Red Snapper Proposal
NOAA Fisheries is accepting public comments on a proposal from the S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources that could affect recreational red snapper fishing off South Carolina. The public comment period is open through Aug. 25, 2026. Whether you work directly in the fishing industry or simply have an interest in...
1 in custody after standoff with Horry County police in Nichols area
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A person is in custody after an hourslong standoff with Horry County police in the Nichols area, a department spokesperson told News13. Officers received a call just before 9 a.m. Tuesday for a standoff situation in the 8000 block of Spring Branch Road, the spokesperson said. The person was
Police reveal new details about Highway 544 hit-and-run near CCU
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Two pedestrians suffered serious injuries after the police say an impaired, speeding driver struck them on Highway 544 near Coastal Carolina University before leaving the scene early Sunday morning. Newly released Conway Police Department records provide additional details about the crash, which h
Extreme heat strains hospitals, AC units across Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Hospitals and air conditioning companies across Horry County are seeing an increase in heat-related issues as extreme temperatures continue. Doctors share what can help in hot weather conditions. They say people risk symptoms ranging from dizziness to heat exhaustion when they do not drink eno
Myrtle Beach ice cream truck driver says music restrictions are costing him sales
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - An ice cream truck driver said his sales are melting away after Myrtle Beach police told him he could no longer play music. Stephan Richards drives the Mama G’s ice cream truck around the city, and said he’s spent all summer selling ice cream mainly along 21st to 67th Avenue.
City of Conway nominated for Hallmark’s Merriest Town
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Conway is hoping to sleigh the competition — and land a starring role in a Hallmark movie. The city has made the top 25 in the channel's search for its 'Merriest Town.'. The winning town will serve as the backdrop for a movie, meaning...
NMB approves first reading to eliminate 2.25 mil bags from being considered reusable
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The City of North Myrtle Beach is one step closer to eliminating thicker plastic bags as being considered reusable. At Monday's meeting, council approved the first reading of an ordinance regarding the sale, use, or distribution of single-use carryout plastic bags by retail establishme
