Conway Medical Center to open 5 new clinics across Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Conway Medical Center is expanding its locations, adding four new urgent care clinics and one physical therapy clinic across Horry County. The expansion will bring 43 employees across the five clinics. Robert Johnston, chief ambulatory officer for Conway Medical Center, said the organization is excited...
State delegation rejects Hate Crime Bill proposal at luncheon
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — One question. One word. “No.”. That was state senator Stephen Goldfinch's response today when asked whether Horry County lawmakers would help move a hate crime bill forward in the next legislative session. South Carolina is one of just two states without a state...
Horry Co. reconsidering mining regulations 6 years after dropping local permits
Horry County’s Infrastructure and Regulation Committee is reconsidering local mining regulations after the county dropped its local permit in 2020. The county was involved in a federal lawsuit in 2017 after a mine received state permits and was denied a permit from the county. The county’s mining permit was found to be conflicting with state law, and it ultimately eliminated all local regulations. Mining permits for locations in Horry County are at complete discretion of the South Carolina Depar
Eastern Carolina Housing Organization opens first housing development for veterans
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Eastern Carolina Housing Organization, also known as ECHO, is releasing a new property development exclusively for veterans. The development is made up of four micro homes, all with 410 square feet of enclosed living space. All homes were delivered to the property site...
Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority plans $172M upgrades to cut PFAS in drinking...
MYRTLE BEACH, SC. (WPDE) — Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority is planning $172 million in upgrades at two water treatment plants aimed at reducing PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in drinking water — a project that could affect customer water rates over the next five years.
Person found dead in Murrells Inlet home after SLED, FBI attempt to serve warrants
One person has been found dead after state and federal law enforcement officials attempted to serve them arrest and search warrants at their Murrells Inlet home Wednesday. Officials with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Horry County Police were seen in The Pines at St. James neighborhood around 9 a.m. Wednesday The person lived on Pollen Loop, according to an email from SLED. While attempting to serve the person the warrants, the subject, who h
Horry County police looking to launch new Flock camera transparency portal
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County Police Chief Kris Leonhardt presented plans to the Horry County Council on Tuesday morning for a new transparency portal detailing how HCPD uses Flock license plate reader cameras. The proposed online portal aims to build public trust and address questions regarding license plate...
Matthew West Extends Jesus Is King Tour Into 2027 With a Nashville Ryman Show
Matthew West has announced 18 additional dates for his Jesus Is King Tour, extending the nationwide run into spring 2027. More Entertainment News The new dates bring the tour to 35 shows total and include a stop at Nashville’s historicRyman Auditorium on Sunday, April 25, 2027. The spring leg begins April 8 in Myrtle Beach, […] The post Matthew West Extends Jesus Is King Tour Into 2027 With a Nashville Ryman Show appeared first on Wilson County Source .
FBI and Horry County police seen in this Murrells Inlet neighborhood. What we know
A Murrells Inlet neighborhood saw an increased law enforcement presence Wednesday morning due to FBI activity in the area. The Horry County Police Department is assisting the FBI in the case in The Pines of St. James neighborhood, HCPD spokesperson Ashley Boles said. No details about the case have been shared publicly. Kevin Wheeler with the FBI Columbia Field Office said that agents were assisting South Carolina Law Enforcement Division officers. He did not provide any further details. St. Jame
Residents could change how Myrtle Beach government runs. Here’s how
Myrtle Beach residents unhappy with how they’re represented could have a say in changing the city’s government. City Council members have debated dividing Myrtle Beach into districts. Now, residents have a chance to weigh in on the matter. In a referendum vote, Myrtle Beach residents could decide to change the City Council system. However, voters would have no control over how the districts are mapped, which would be defined in City Council through ordinances if the referendum passed. “An electi

















