New Year’s Day event a tradition for Myrtle Beach area residents. How you can...
Looking for a way to celebrate the new year? Make a resolution to join others hiking outdoors as a way to say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026. First Day Hikes will be held at several state parks across South Carolina on New Year’s Day. Myrtle Beach and Huntington Beach state parks will both participate in the annual...
Fire officials urge caution with New Year’s fireworks amid dry conditions
(WPDE) — With dry conditions persisting, fire officials are urging caution as New Year's celebrations approach. Conway Fire Chief Jason Perzan advised that fireworks should be lit in open areas, maintaining a safe distance from homes and structures, and ensuring all debris is properly disposed of. "So right now...
Horry County police, fire crews rescue dog from island on Waccamaw River
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County police and fire crews rescued a dog from an island on the Waccamaw River on Tuesday, HCFR said on social media. HCFR crews were dispatched Tuesday afternoon to the area of Chris Anderson Landing off E. Highway 9 in the Longs area for a call about a dog […]
Horry Co. officials issue outdoor burning caution
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Weather conditions throughout the county are not conducive with safe outdoor burning, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. Officials said to always avoid burning on windy and dry days. However, here are some things you must do if you wish to burn in Horry...
Report: Caller uses missing cat’s surgery story to swindle Georgetown County woman out of...
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A Pawleys Island-area woman is out $600 after a search for her missing cat turned into a fraud investigation. A deputy with the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office took a call from the woman on Friday about a fraud case that happened on Martin Luther King Road off Highway 17.
Colder temperatures moving in
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) – After a weekend full of warm temperatures, and some record breaking heat, that will all be coming to an end. A strong cold front will be pushing through the area this evening into the overnight hours. We will see gusty winds, upwards of 20-30 mph with some higher gusts. Northwest […]
List: Here’s where to celebrate the New Year in Horry County
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — With 2025 coming to a close, the city of Myrtle Beach has several events for people to celebrate the New Year. Here are some New Year celebrations happening in Horry County. Southern Times Square celebration at The Market Common The annual event features live music, entertainment, a drone...
Man charged in Horry County hit-and-run crash that injured SUV driver
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 31-year-old man is facing charges following a hit-and-run crash that injured an SUV driver on Saturday in Horry County, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Troopers arrested Jose Victor Dominguez Perez after he fled the scene of the 4:45 a.m. crash, which happened west of...
Simple steps to protect against scammers and improve your finances in the new year
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - If saving money is at the top of your new year’s resolution list, there are a few steps you can take to protect your wallet from scammers and save up along the way. First, you need to strengthen your digital security now to avoid...
Horry County Fire Rescue warns of e-bike charging dangers after camper fire
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Horry County Fire Rescue is warning residents about the dangers of charging e-bikes at home. These warnings come after a recent camper fire that investigators believe started with a burned electric bicycle. “We’ve seen these small decisions where somebody says, oh, I’ll just leave for...

















