Regulators Review Pawleys Inlet Dredging and Beach Restoration Proposal Amid Erosion Concerns
Federal and state regulators are reviewing comments on a proposal to dredge a new channel for Pawleys Inlet and restore the beach at Prince George, including one from the National Marine Fisheries Service that the work be done in the fall rather than the summer. A spokesman for the Army...
8 Surfside karate students qualify for World Championships in Romania
SURFSIDE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Eight students from a local karate school will compete at the World Karate Championships in Romania this summer after qualifying at the national level. Ciraco’s Okinawan Karate & Kobudo, which has taught students in Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island since 1992, has never had this...
‘Would’ve been much worse’: MYR officials navigate life after Spirit Airlines shutdown
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Myrtle Beach International Airport is managing the effects of Spirit Airlines’ shutdown. Airport officials say years of preparation helped soften the blow. “It would’ve been much worse had this been five years ago,” said Ryan Betcher, MYR spokesperson. Betcher said Spirit’s presence...
Chemicals drain onto seashore at Myrtle Beach from old air base, study finds
Researchers have discovered “alarmingly high” levels of toxic forever chemicals draining onto the seashore at Myrtle Beach near a closed military base that is suspected of contaminating groundwater and creeks for years. The findings by a team of researchers identified the forever chemicals in water, foam and soil, with
Vartanian’s Gem Lifts Jackets to Fourth Straight Win
Vartanian’s Gem Lifts Jackets to Fourth Straight Win. Three Pitchers Allow Just Two Hits as Augusta Stymies Pelicans. MYRTLE BEACH, SC: Derek Vartanian took a no-hit bid into the sixth inning, continuously holding the Myrtle Beach Pelicans at bay as the offense did just enough for a 3-1 win on the road Wednesday evenin
1 injured in Conway-area crash on Hwy 544
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash in the Conway area on Wednesday afternoon, according to Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR). The crash occured on Highway 544 and Singleton Ridge Road just before 1:30 p.m. One person was transported to the hospital with...
Kitten rescued from drain pipe at Myrtle Beach resort
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Fire crews were able to recover a kitten that was eight feet down a drain pipe. In a Facebook post, Myrtle Beach officials said that on Wednesday morning, employees at The Breakers Resort heard a meow coming from the drain near the pool. The Myrtle...
15th annual Crude’s Veteran Ride across the Grand Strand raises money for 9/11 veterans
SURFSIDE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The 15th annual Crude’s Veteran Ride takes place today, raising money to build custom homes for 9/11 veterans. The ride takes off from the Golden Egg in Surfside Beach at 11:00 a.m. The ride is free, but you can buy a T-shirt for $20...
Woman wanted in Kentucky accused of hitting 9 cars in Myrtle Beach chase
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A woman is facing charges after police said she hit multiple cars during a police chase over the weekend in Myrtle Beach while driving with her children. Danielle Custard, 34, of Cincinnati, Ohio, is charged with nine counts of hit-and-run, six counts of unlawful conduct...
Surfside Beach administrator gets one year extension
The Surfside Beach town council approved a one-year contract Tuesday night for town administrator Gerald Vincent. The contract takes effect Friday, May 15 through May 15, 2027. The new agreement is for $154,000 per year with no cost-of-living adjustments. Vincent also gets four weeks of annual leave/vacation time. Mayo

















