A gusty, chilly weekend on tap for the Carolinas
After a dry, sunny, summery week across the Carolinas, things are about to change in a big way!. A cold front barrels through the region on Saturday, bringing a chance of showers (not a washout), falling temperatures, and very gusty winds by afternoon and evening. Early highs will be in...
Coastal Carolina Blew A 10-Point Halftime Lead, And Jaquari Lewis Stole The Win With...
Nfl logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Appalachian State pulled off a wild 35-32 victory over Coastal Carolina Friday night, fueled by a monster four-touchdown performance from running back Jaquari Lewis that saw them rally from […]
Grand Strand, Pee Dee seniors selected for 2026 Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Twelve high school seniors from the Grand Strand and Pee Dee have been selected to play for the South team in the 2026 Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl, which will feature top high school players from across South Carolina. The all-star game is scheduled for Saturday,...
Shots fired near Coastal Carolina University campus, police responding
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Police are responding to reports of shots heard near Coastal Carolina University’s campus Friday night, according to an alert sent out by the university. The incident was reported near Founders Drive and Highway 544, according to the alert. According to a second alert sent out by the university, Coastal Carolina University […]
State of SC takes over management of Freewoods Farm to preserve legacy, expand access
MYRTLE BEACH, SC. (WPDE) — A historic farm in Horry County is entering a new chapter as the state takes on a larger role in preserving its legacy and expanding its educational mission. South Carolina State University’s 1890 Research and Extension Program is now leading management of Freewoods Farm...
Ex-Horry County Police leader: Actions in shooting case weren’t for Weldon Boyd
A former Horry County Police officer accused in a federal lawsuit of misusing his authority to cover for his friend in the shooting death of a North Carolina man has denied the claim. Brandon Strickland, who resigned as deputy chief after being told he was under investigation for his involvement related to the shooting death, is one of 14 current and former HCPD officers named in the suit. Strickland filed a response to the 44-page lawsuit and asked for a dismissal of the case against him. Stric
Didn’t get tickets for Banana Ball in Conway? They’re now coming to Myrtle Beach
Banana Ball will make its Myrtle Beach debut at the Pelicans Ballpark next year. The 2027 Banana Ball World Tour will include Myrtle Beach games between the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns on March 18, 19 and 20. Billed as a “fast-paced, fans-first version of baseball,” the Banana Ball Championship is a six-team league best known for the titular Savannah Bananas. The league keeps games moving with rules like banning bunting, limiting games to two hours, counting balls caught by f
North Myrtle Beach developer pushes to end Weldon Boyd’s restaurant lease
The son of a prominent North Myrtle Beach real estate developer is seeking to stop the renewal of a lease agreement with a restaurant owner who shot and killed a North Carolina man three years ago. H.G. Worley, son of Harold Worley, a former Horry County councilman and owner of several properties in the North Myrtle Beach area, released a public statement Friday saying that he has asked the family attorney to review a proposed lease arrangement with Weldon Boyd. “I firmly oppose any renewal, ext
Horry County leaders weigh adding fire rescue staff as growth drives more calls
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County leaders are considering adding staff to Fire Rescue as the county continues to grow, with department officials telling county council the additional positions would help keep up with emergency calls and maintain equipment. During a county council meeting, Fire Rescue leaders outlined...
Horry County solicitor seeks $97K amid caseload, upcoming human trafficking trial
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — 15th Circuit Solicitor Jimmy Richardson is requesting nearly $97,000 in additional funding from Horry County Council to help his office manage a growing caseload and cover expenses associated with upcoming criminal trials. Richardson presented the request during a county budget workshop Thursday. The request...

















