Critical injuries reported in Little River crash
LITTLE RIVER, S.C. (WBTW) — Critical injuries have been reported after a two-vehicle crash along Highway 17 in Little River, Horry County Fire Rescue said. It happened near Eastport Boulevard, HCFR said. Crews responded at 4:51 p.m. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating. Count on News13 for updates.
‘A lifelong dream of mine’: A new restaurant just opened in Longs, SC
A new restaurant, Conner’s Porch Swing, opened in Longs, SC, along Highway 90. They serve lunch and dinner and also cater events. According to owner Michael Hill, having his own restaurant has always been “a lifelong dream.” Hill, 41, said his menu is inspired by his experiences as a chef throughout his career...
What is a Chanticleer? The story behind the unique name of Coastal Carolina’s mascot.
Coastal Carolina’s athletic teams have one of college sports’ most unique nicknames: the Chanticleers. The name comes from Geoffrey Chaucer’s “Canterbury Tales” and is a reference, according to the school, to “a proud and fierce rooster.”. The name is pronounced SHON-ti-cleer. Coastal Carolina’s teams...
Mother arrested after leaving child alone in Myrtle Beach hotel room, police say
A mother has been arrested after leaving her child alone in a hotel. Carla Patricia Almendarez-Guifarro, 31, was charged by Myrtle Beach Police with placing a child at risk or harm or abandons after she allegedly left her child in a hotel room unsupervised, according to a warrant. Police responded to the Springhill...
South Carolina teen charged with terrorism to be tried as an adult
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — An Horry County teenager who reportedly self-radicalized to join ISIS briefly attended Conway High School, News13 has learned. Daniel Fox Fischer, 17, enrolled in August 2023 before transferring out in September of last year, Horry County Schools staff attorney Kenneth Generette said. Fischer...
This Feather-Filled Sanctuary Hosts Live Flight Shows, Owl Encounters, And A Sky Full Of...
If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to have a hawk fly right over your head—or to meet an owl that looks like it’s staring into your soul—you’ll want to put this one on your list. Tucked beneath the Spanish moss and pine trees of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, The Center for Birds of Prey is one of the most awe-inspiring, educational, and unexpectedly thrilling wildlife experiences in the Southeast.
This Forested Battlefield Trail Tells A Revolutionary Story With Scenic Hikes And Quiet, Heroic...
There are places where the past feels distant—and then there are places like this. Tucked away in the wooded foothills of the South Carolina-North Carolina border, Kings Mountain National Military Park offers a uniquely stirring combination of Revolutionary War history and Appalachian serenity. It’s where patriots clashed with loyalists in a pivotal battle of 1780—and today, it’s where visitors come to breathe deep, walk quietly, and imagine what it was like when musket smoke filled these very woods.
Horry County leaders near final vote on 77-home subdivision in Aynor area
Horry County leaders on Tuesday, June 17, passed the second reading of a rezoning request that would allow 77 homes to be built in a rural area between Aynor and Conway, with one final vote remaining for full approval. A 40-acre parcel located on Costie Allen Road, just off Highway...
Celebrate the grand opening of NEAT Bourbon Bar this weekend
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -With over 270 bourbon selections, NEAT Bourbon Bar brings an elevated vibe to Myrtle Beach. Join us as we explore their wide selection of bourbon including unique offerings you may not find elsewhere. From Dining with Dockery to fun cocktails, exquisite bourbon, and mouthwatering desserts....
Single-vehicle crash with confinement in Conway prompts emergency response
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County Rescue officials are advising people to avoid the area of Fox Rae Drive and Highway 90 in Conway for a single-vehicle crash with confinement. According to officials, a box truck overturned into a ditch and extrication operations were required. There are two people...