Woman accused of setting car, building on fire in Horry County
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - A woman is facing charges after setting a car and a building on fire in Conway. Officers with the Conway Police Department arrested Jennifer McCord, 42, on Friday. She is being charged with two counts of third-degree arson, among other charges. McCord was seen around 7...
Myrtle Beach steak and seafood restaurant will close after more than 30 years
After more than 30 years as a Grand Strand fixture, the TBonz Gill & Grill on Seaboard Street is closing its doors for good at the end of this year. South Carolina-based Homegrown Hospitality Group (HHG), which operates restaurants like TBonz, Rioz Brazilian Steakhouse and Liberty Tap Room & Grill, announced the...
Myrtle Beach police arrest 3 after gunfire at S. Ocean Boulevard motel
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Three people were arrested early Tuesday morning after Myrtle Beach police responded to reports of gunfire at a motel on South Ocean Boulevard. No one was hurt in the incident, which happened at about 12:40 a.m. at the South Bay Inn located at 1401 S. Ocean Boulevard. Police said the […]
Wilson: Spivey would have faced felony charge if he survived 2023 road rage shooting
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Had Scott Spivey survived a 2023 shootout in northern Horry County, he would have been punished for his actions leading up to the deadly incident, Attorney General Alan Wilson said. “At that roadside, had Mr. Spivey not been shot, or had he been shot and survived, he would have been […]
Police searching South Carolina business for fraudulent THC sales
SOUTH CAROLINA — Law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant Tuesday morning at a location on South Poplar Drive in Surfside Beach as part of a statewide criminal investigation into suspected narcotics violations and fraudulent business practices. According to the Surfside Beach Police Department, the...
Chance for rain returns Monday
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Mostly cloudy skies and a few light sprinkles are possible this evening. Tonight, temperatures will dip into the upper 30s and lower 40s. We will gradually warm into the mid- and upper 40s by the afternoon. We’re mainly dry overnight into Monday, before we see another chance for rain while...
Winter Wonderland at the Beach
Where can you walk along the beautiful beach and see festive Christmas lights at the same time?. That would definitely be by enjoying Winter Wonderland at the Beach with more than a million – yes, a million – lights illuminating the boardwalk and surrounding areas. According to the...
Experience the magic of Christmas in Conway
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Enjoy festive events all through out the month of December!. Join us as we explore Christmas in Conway, located in the heart of the city!. If you’re looking cozy charm, twinkling displays, and all the Christmas feels, this is the spot. From train rides...
Grand Strand family spreads DUI awareness after son injured in crash
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A Grand Strand family is trying to spread awareness against driving while under the influence after a tragic incident that occurred the night before Thanksgiving. 18-year-old Avery Nieuwendam was driving home after being with friends when a driver who allegedly ran a red light struck...
‘Handle with Care’: New system helps Horry County teachers support students after traumatic events
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A program that gives Horry County Schools advance notice when students experience or witness trauma at home has processed about 60 cases since launching in October 2024. The Handle with Care program allows Horry County Fire Rescue to notify the school district when crews respond...

















