Beach renourishment project to restore 26 miles of Grand Strand coast
(WPDE) — The Grand Strand beach renourishment project, a $72 million initiative, is set to begin mobilizing this month. The project aims to deposit fresh sand along 26 miles of coastline to combat erosion caused by recent hurricanes and tropical storms. Beachgoers can expect to see U.S. Army Corps...
Scary Hammock Coast hauntings: Spooky tales from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown
Scary Hammock Coast hauntings: Spooky tales from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown. Each autumn, as the light fades earlier and the shadows grow longer, it’s not unusual to overhear locals from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown describe unusual and unexplained happenings that can only be interpreted as hauntings by spirits and...
New freestanding ER to bring care closer to Murrells Inlet area residents
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Grand Strand Health is expanding access to emergency care in Georgetown County with the groundbreaking of the new freestanding emergency room. Community leaders, hospital representatives and local officials joined to celebrate the Murrells Inlet ER at a groundbreaking ceremony on...
Man beaten, held at knifepoint while suspect uses his money to buy crack, report...
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was held at knifepoint and robbed Monday morning in Myrtle Beach, according to a Myrtle Beach Police Department (MBPD) report. According to the report, officers were called around 7:30 a.m. Monday in reference to an incident that occurred near 10th Avenue North and Chester Street.
Update: DUI arrest made in crash that killed Horry County Schools employee
A woman killed by a car while walking on the sidewalk near Murrells Inlet Tuesday afternoon was an employee with Horry County Schools, the district confirmed Thursday. The driver who hit her has been arrested for driving under the influence. Elizabeth Coss, 60, died after being struck by a vehicle while walking on...
MB Police discover man is Tennessee fugitive during assault arrest, report says
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — While arresting a man for second-degree assault and battery in Myrtle Beach, police said they discovered Rasheen Greenwood was a wanted fugitive out of Tennessee. According to an incident report, officers from the Myrtle Beach Police Department (MBPD) responded to a 911 call and...
‘Two wheels are always better than four:’ Myrtle Beach Bike Rally in full swing
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Myrtle Beach Bike Rally is in full swing. At Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson, the sun was out and so were the bikers. Attendees said it doesn’t matter how old you are or what your experience level is, the annual fall rally brings motorcycle lovers of all backgrounds, including Kaylee […]
‘City of Halloween’ showcases spooky activities, themed festivities
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — The city of Conway has launched its third annual "City of Halloween" celebration, transforming the area into a festive hub of spooky activities and decorations. The event began with the "Big Booginning" costumed Halloween march, drawing dozens of participants to the downtown area. Families...
6 Spooky Haunts and Ghosts of The Grand Strand
We’re fascinated with restless souls, and that curiosity is prevalent in Lowcountry—where scary tales have been shared for hundreds of years. The top four cities for ghostly encounters in the South are New Orleans, Savannah, Charleston, and Georgetown. New Orleans may be the spookiest of them all with...
Gunshots fired into Horry County homes, report shows
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A police report details a scary Tuesday night shooting into occupied Horry County homes. The Horry County Police Department responded around 11 p.m. on Tuesday to March Road in the Conway area for shots fired. Officers ended up meeting the caller at a gas station...