Commercial flight makes emergency landing at Myrtle Beach airport after reporting possible smoke in...
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A commercial airplane made an emergency landing at the Myrtle Beach International Airport late Wednesday morning after reporting possible smoke in the cockpit, MYR officials said. Flight crew reported the issue at about 11:30 a.m., according to officials. As a precaution, MYR emergency...
Woman accused of starting Carolina Forest wildfires gets her punishment
The woman accused of starting the wildfire that scorched thousands of acres in Carolina Forest seven months ago will not plea in the case, her legal team announced in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday morning. Alexandra Bialousow was scheduled to face a jury in Myrtle Beach after the South Carolina Forestry commission...
Known for its chicken, this Columbia restaurant is opening spot in Myrtle Beach
A Columbia restaurant known for its chicken and dishes that highlight South American flavors is opening a second location in Myrtle Beach. Braza Chicken is set to open in the coming weeks at 2302 N. Kings Highway. The building is a former Arby’s. A message left for owner Juliano Lara, who is originally from Brazil,...
Historical 18th-century Lincoln replica chair opens to the public after two years of building
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — At the Horry County Historical Society in downtown Conway, the Kingston Joinery showcased its replica Lincoln chair to the public this past weekend. Joinery is a woodworking method that pieces wooden parts together using no nails or screws. It is one of the woodworking trades that specialized in...
Woman bruises child with blunt object and fist, warrants say
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — A woman was arrested for hitting a child she was taking care of in Conway Oct. 14, according to the Conway Police Department (CPD). Shakela Mahali Barbour, 26, was arrested and charged with unlawfully placing a child at risk of harm or causing harm to a child.
SC man arrested for aiding killers after leaving body in burning car, police said
A man was found dead in the back of a burning vehicle in Longs in early October. Now, police say the man was murdered, and an arrest has been made. Stoney Floyd Jr., 20, of Loris, was discovered about 8 p.m. on Oct. 4, 2025, in the backseat of a vehicle which was on fire on Bullock Trail in Longs, according to an...
Local Artists to Watch in Carolina Forest This Year
In 2025, Carolina Forest is showcasing several local artists making waves in the regional art scene, blending creativity and community spirit. The area benefits from South Carolina’s supportive programs like the Artist-in-Residence at state parks, drawing talents such as Paul Atkinson and KC Christmas, whose acrylics...
Enjoy thrills for a good cause at Outside Alive Farms’ Spook Nights
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Spook Nights is set to kick off this week at Outside Alive Farms in Horry County. The farm is decorated in a Halloween spirit for all ages. Toddlers can play in the young children's area, while older kids can check out the haunted walk.
NMB City Council OKs two new zoning districts on first reading
The North Myrtle Beach City Council unanimously approved the first of three required readings to create two new zoning districts on Monday, Oct. 20. If enacted, the new districts will be Conservation Residential District (CR) and Estate Residential District (R-1E). According to city documents, the CR district would...
Inside look at new Horry County charter school’s learning model after rocky start
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - WMBF News went inside the Discovery School at Myrtle Beach to get a look at the unique teaching model leaders believe is partially to blame for its revolving door of teachers and students. Discovery School at Myrtle Beach said getting parents to understand and teachers...
