20 Horry County schools are over capacity, annual facilities report shows
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Horry County School District officials received an annual update Monday during a Facilities Committee meeting. The Functional Capacity Analysis serves as a planning tool district leaders use for both short- and long-term budget decisions. Officials said they prioritize replacing aging...
Myrtle Beach man shoots worker during hotel robbery. He’s now going to prison
A Myrtle Beach man who shot a man during a robbery of a hotel employee was sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to his charges. David Lee Mills, 40, pleaded guilty to attempted murder and armed robbery ahead of his trial that was set to happen this week, according to a release from the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s...
These 10 Wild South Carolina Restaurants Will Make Your Next Meal Unforgettable
Looking for wild restaurants in South Carolina that serve up more than just food?. These 10 unique spots offer amazing meals and unforgettable experiences!. 1. Flight Deck Restaurant (Lexington) Ever wanted to eat breakfast inside an actual airplane?. Well, buckle up because this place makes that dream come true....
Genetic testing shows imported shrimp on menus at majority of Grand Strand restaurants, study...
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A recent study of shrimp dishes at 44 randomly selected seafood restaurants along the Grand Strand showed that most places are likely serving farm-raised, imported shrimp, rather than American wild-caught shrimp, according to SeaD Consulting. Genetic testing completed between Feb. 6-10 and...
Five displaced in Horry County fire that destroys vehicle, heavily damages home
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Five people were displaced Monday night after a fire broke out at their Longs area home. Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to Trap Shooter Circle around 7:45 p.m., with flames and smoke showing. Officials said the house was heavily damaged and a vehicle was destroyed. One person was...
Stanley Martin Homes to Acquire United Homes Group for $221 Million
Stanley Martin Homes, the No. 21 company on the 2025 Builder 100 list, has entered an agreement to acquire United Homes Group, the No. 51 company, in an all-cash transaction valued at $221 million. Under the terms of the agreement, United Homes shareholders will receive $1.18 per share in cash....
Chapin Memorial Library offers a number of free programs for all ages
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A visit to Chapin Memorial Library in Myrtle Beach is more than just books. From cooking classes to educational opportunities, fun for the kids, and more!. Come along with us to discover how you can learn something new. Grand Strand Today airs weekdays at 11am...
First phase of Myrtle Beach renourishment project underway
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -City officials in Myrtle Beach say crews have started work on a beach renourishment project. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ contractor has begun placing sand between 52nd Avenue North and 64th Avenue North. This effort will restore sand lost to erosion from Hurricane Ian...
Illinois secures top-10 road win, Hartleb’s 600th overall
Ending the tournament with a bang. For the first time in more than a decade, Illinois has a top-10 win on the road. Illinois blew out No. 6 Coast Carolina 14-5 on Sunday at the Coastal Carolina Tournament. It’s the program’s first win over a top-10 team away from Illinois Field since March 2015, and the highest...
Myrtle Beach High opens up athletic director job for third attempt to hire position
For the third time since July 2025, Myrtle Beach High School's athletic director position is open for applications. The job has been filled since early August by interim AD Joe Quigley, a longtime area athletic director who stepped in as a short-term solution after former Myrtle Beach athletic director John Cahill...

















