SC man faces statutory rape charges in Columbus County
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A South Carolina man has been arrested following a reopened child sexual abuse investigation that led to multiple victims coming forward, according to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office. Jeromy Lee Blanton, 44, of Loris, South Carolina, was arrested June 10 at a business...
FACE Amusement Group opens “Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown” in Myrtle Beach, SC
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — FACE Amusement Group today announced the official opening of Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown at the Myrtle Beach Mall, bringing a 50,000-square-foot dining and entertainment destination to the country’s most popular coastal markets. Developed in partnership with Emmy Award-winning chef and televisi
2 hurt in overnight Highway 90 crash in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Two people were taken to the hospital after an overnight crash in the Loris area. Horry County Fire Rescue was dispatched around 11:30 p.m. to the area of Highway 90 and Kindred Spirits Drive to a crash with overturned vehicles. HCFR said two people were...
Myrtle Beach YMCA expansion approved by city council
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The Myrtle Beach City Council approved a funding plan for a multi-million dollar expansion of the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA. The expansion plans include an all-day preschool, a teen center, and an adult center. The organization also plans to create a multi-use space for social gatherings
Horry Co. advances jail expansion plan as inmate count nears capacity
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County leaders are moving forward with plans to expand the J. Reuben Long Detention Center as the jail population continues to climb. Officials said the detention center housed 848 inmates as of this morning and could exceed its capacity in the coming years as the county continues to g
‘Myrtle Beach Rock Fest’ proposal sent to city leaders
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A proposed rock music festival is now in the hands of city leaders. On Wednesday, the Special Events Committee discussed plans for "Myrtle Beach Rock Fest," a three-day event proposed for the Old Myrtle Square Mall site next May. Committee members said the festival...
New flights are landing at Myrtle Beach airport. A look at added nonstop locales
Myrtle Beach International Airport has welcomed a wave of new airlines and nonstop routes over the past year, expanding travel options for Grand Strand residents and visitors. From budget carriers to major airlines, here’s a recap of the latest additions. Contour Airlines became the 11th airline to operate at Myrtle Be
9 Positively Magical Tree Tunnels In South Carolina That’ll Take Your Breath Away
Looking for magical tree tunnels in South Carolina that feel like stepping into a fairy tale?. These 9 stunning tree tunnels offer natural beauty and peaceful walks you won’t forget!. 1. Charleston Tea Garden (Wadmalaw Island) You know what’s better than a regular cup of tea?. Tea that...
FIRST ALERT: Drought conditions continue for Grand Strand and Pee Dee
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The latest drought monitor shows every county in at least severe drought, with extreme drought still including all of the Grand Strand. The new map was released Thursday, June 11, and is based on conditions valid Tuesday, June 9, at 8 a.m. SOUTH CAROLINA. The...
Rivers tell the story of Horry County’s severe drought. How are residents affected?
Cypress knees are exposed along the banks of the Waccamaw River. Pollen has accumulated as a thin layer due to little water flow upstream. Branches and logs that are normally underwater have been uncovered. Horry County is in a severe drought, and its rivers are telling the story. Portions of the Waccamaw upstream of R

















