Seasonal first day of summer
Humidity will remain high and uncomfortable today, with a heat index of nearly 100 degrees. There are no heat advisories in effect. High temperatures will be in the upper 80s to near 90 at the coast and mid-90s inland.
Loris woman jailed after 2 hit-and-run incidents on same day, records show
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Loris woman is facing charges after she allegedly crashed her SUV into two vehicles and fled in separate incidents that happened about 90 minutes apart on Tuesday. Mattie Thompson Poole, 34, is charged with hit and run with great bodily injury and leaving the scene of an accident. She […]
Police: Lake City businessman killed, 2 injured in ‘domestic incident’
Pee Dee inmates on lockdown since Friday after doors damaged from lightning. Inmates at the W. Glenn Campbell Detention Center have been on lockdown for almost a week after a lightning strike. ‘Haven’t missed a game’: Die hard CCU fan, usher cheers on team in Omaha. Updated: 2...
College World Series stunning favorite between LSU, Coastal Carolina
The 2025 College World Series has been yet another banger, and we now have the two finalists competing for the championship.
8-foot alligator surprises Sunset Beach visitors, police return it to nearby pond
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. (WNCN) — Beachgoers got up close and personal with an scaly guest Friday afternoon. According to the Sunset Beach Police Department, an Police Sgt. Gray was sent to 10th street shortly after 1:30 p.m. after the department received several reports of an alligator entering and exiting the ocean. When...
‘Game Changer’: Joint ER and urgent care center to be built in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A Grand Strand hospital is putting an end to the question: Should you go to urgent care or the emergency room?. Tidelands Health is preparing to open a joint emergency department and urgent care centers across Horry County in hopes of saving you precious time and money.
Horry County Authorities Charge 3 Adults and 3 Juveniles in Home Invasions and Armed...
Horry County Home Invasions and Armed Robberies Lead to Charges Against 3 Adults and 3 Juveniles It’s unsettling when crime […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Columbia Boasts a Zoo Where Giraffes Nibble from Your Hand
Ever wondered what it’s like to lock eyes with a giraffe as it gently snags lettuce from your palm? At Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia, South Carolina, you’re in for a wild ride that blends animal magic with botanical bliss. Spanning 170 acres along the Saluda River, this award-winning spot—home to over 3,000 animals and a 70-acre garden—offers a day of wonder that’s equal parts thrilling and serene. Whether you’re dodging lorikeets landing on your shoulder or strolling through lush gardens, this is the kind of place that makes you feel like a kid again, no matter your age.
Myrtle Beach Unveils a Tiny World of Trains with Jaw-Dropping Detail
Step off the sun-soaked sands of Myrtle Beach and into a world where miniature trains chug through tiny towns and towering trestles. Tucked inside the Myrtle Beach Mall at 10177 N Kings Hwy, the Grand Strand Model Railroad Club is a hidden gem that’s been delighting train lovers since 1986. You’ll marvel at the intricate layouts—think HO, N, O, Z, and G scales—crafted with such detail they’ll transport you back to your childhood dreams of being a conductor. Whether you’re a model railroading nerd or just looking for a quirky indoor escape, this free attraction is a whistle-stop worth making.
WMBF First Alert Hurricane Special airs Friday night
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - WMBF’s First Alert Hurricane Special: “Plan. Prepare. Protect.” airs Friday night. In the special, our certified most accurate weather team will be walking viewers through the Grand Strand’s hurricane history, laying out the “worst-case scenario” for our area and breaking down what people...