Pediatrician warns potential threats caused by illegal substances targeting children
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Following search warrants on smoke and vape shops suspected of selling illegal substances, the safety of children is of concern. What officers have seized is unknown; however, the post said some of the products were disguised as food and candy and that some of the substances have made their...
How to be in a Myrtle Beach area film. It has mystery, adventure and...
Professional actress and Conway resident Bonnie Ryerson is aware of the many Lowcountry ghost tales that haunt the Grand Strand. One in particular will be the focus of a new teen mystery-adventure series that will be shot locally, including Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island where the story of Alice Flagg takes place....
Myrtle Beach officer who shot, killed 18-year-old on Ocean Boulevard will not face charges
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Myrtle Beach police officer who shot and killed 18-year-old Jerrius Davis in response to him firing shots into a crowd on Ocean Boulevard in late April will not face criminal charges, authorities said on Friday. Brandon O’Rourke will not face charges and, per Myrtle Beach Police...
Pelicans headed back to Carolina League playoffs after locking up second-half title
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are headed back to the Carolina League playoffs for the first time since 2023 after shutting out the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Thursday. The 7-0 win locked up the league’s second-half South Division title for the Pelicans, who will face off against the Columbia...
‘Glad I was able to help him’: Horry County deputy saves unresponsive driver
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - An Horry County deputy’s quick actions saved an unresponsive driver from an overdose, according to the sheriff’s office. Horry County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Brad Grate was driving toward the beach on 501 when he saw a car stopped on the side of the road.
Tidal Creek Picklehouse coming soon to Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -Tidal Creek Brewhouse is leveling up the fun with pickleball!. Join us as we learn all about the plans behind Tidal Creek Picklehouse. The picklehouse will feature 10 pickleball courts, a micro brewery, coffee roaster, and food!. Tidal Creek Brewhouse hopes to break ground this year.
Fugitive Held under $317K Bond
A fugitive who has been wanted since 2023 is being held on multiple charges ranging from drugs and firearms violations to assault on a female. Jasper Erwan Johnson, 26, of 1309 Clyde Norris Rd., Tabor City, faces charges of firing into an occupied vehicle, breaking, entering and larceny; possession of a firearm by a...
Expert explains seal appearance near Grand Strand, likely a harbor seal
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A seal was spotted in Murrells Inlet on Thursday. Rob Young, CCU professor of marine science, spoke to ABC15 about seals and why we saw one here. Young said seals are not common along the Grand Strand, but seal sightings can happen and most are during the winter months.
GOP Rep. Nancy Mace Cancels Speech In South Carolina After Only 8 People Showed...
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) cancelled a speech she was set to deliver in her home state after only eight people showed up for it. Earlier this month, the congresswoman announced that she would run for governor in her home state in 2016. She promised that “God’s not done with South Carolina and neither am […]
Myrtle Beach-area drivers react to upcoming ‘hands-free’ law in South Carolina
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Come Monday, Sept. 1, the state’s new hands-free driving law aimed at reducing distracted driving will prohibit drivers in South Carolina from holding or using their handheld devices while behind the wheel. Currently, 31 out of 50 states are already following hands-free driving laws....