Myrtle Beach motel declared nuisance after 280 police calls, given six months to improve
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Twilight Surf, a local motel, has been declared a nuisance under South Carolina law following numerous complaints and emergency calls related to unsafe activities. The 15th Circuit Solicitor's Office, in conjunction with the Myrtle Beach Police Department, filed the action. Solicitor Jimmy...
Myrtle Beach man hits curb on motorcycle, dies, coroner says
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Myrtle Beach man died Tuesday after he hit a curb on his motorcycle while driving through the Market Common area, the Horry County Coroner’s Office said. William Cardew, 63, was taken to Grand Strand Regional Medical Center after he hit a curb in Market Common and was ejected from […]
Man arrested for assault, trespass after hitting 2 victims at Springmaid Pier: Report
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was arrested for assaulting a woman at Springmaid Pier on Thursday. Franklin Jay Mitchell, 47, of Myrtle Beach was charged with ordinance/trespass and third-degree assault and battery, according to booking records. On Thursday around 7:15 a.m., officers responded to 3200 Nash...
Driver Injured in Bus/Truck Wreck
The driver of a Columbus County school bus was injured Wednesday when the bus and a work truck collided near Nakina. No children were on the bus at the time of the wreck, according to Nakina Fire and Rescue. The wreck occurred in the 4000 block of Ervin T. Richardson...
Myrtle Beach to host Foodees Food and Culture Festival
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Over 40 food trucks will be making their way to the Grand Strand next month. The Foodees Food & Culture Festival is coming to Myrtle Beach for three days of food, shopping, and entertainment. Announcers said that this free festival will take place on Dec...
Horry County Residents: Free Heartworm Treatment and Waived Adoption Fees for Pets Adopted Before...
The Horry County Animal Care Center will cover heartworm treatment costs for any heartworm-positive pet adopted before December 31, 2025. Adopters will receive this treatment for free. The goal is to increase adoptions of pets with heartworm.
Litter River apartment residents raise safety concerns
LITTLE RIVER, SC (WMBF) - Residents at Summer Crest Apartments say they are living in hazardous conditions, with complaints ranging from flooding to mold growth to structural concerns. Jennifer Lynn, who has lived at the complex for nearly a decade, said she fears for her safety. “I’m terrified, I’m worried...
Longtime Conway Fire Department chief retires
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Longtime Conway Fire Department Chief Phillip L. “Le” Hendrick Jr. celebrated his retirement this week, the department said on Facebook. Hendrick started his journey with the CFD in 1994 as a cadet before becoming a volunteer firefighter in 1996. Throughout his career, he served in numerous...
World War II veteran, Myrtle Beach-area resident celebrates 100th birthday
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — World War II veteran Staff Sgt. Raymond “Ray” Morgan celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family on the Grand Strand. Born Nov. 20, 1925, in De Pere, Wisconsin and growing up in Kenosha, Morgan represents the spirit of the “Greatest Generation.” At just 17, he...
Conway approves $42K to help CCU host Banana Ball
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - Conway is giving the green light to help Coastal Carolina University host Banana Ball. Conway City Council voted unanimously Monday to give CCU $42,000 to support Banana Ball coming to Springs Brooks Stadium next year. CCU applied for the money through the city’s Economic Development Grant...

















