Community unites at American Legion Post 40 to support deployed troops with care packages
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Blue Star Mothers of Coastal Carolina got together Saturday to pack "Summer Hero Boxes" to send to service members. The American Legion Post 40 in Myrtle Beach invited everyone who has a loved one currently deployed. There were over 125 names of United States...
Chapin Memorial Library celebrates young readers’ achievements at Read Fest
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Chapin Memorial Library hosted its third Read Fest event at Futrell Park, celebrating children and youth who have reached significant reading milestones. The library emphasizes the importance of starting to read at an early age to develop essential work and social skills throughout life.
Heat wave continues until next weather maker arrives
WPDE — High heat from a serious heat wave continues into the work week. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect until Monday evening, highlighting the potential for heat index values up to 114. This is dangerous heat because the risk of heat-related illness is high. That's why it's...
3 displaced after Horry County fire
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A home sustained heavy damage after an Horry County fire. The Horry County Fire Department said that crews were called to Welkin Court near Conway,. The agency said no injuries were reported, and two cars in the driveway were damaged in the fire. Three people...
Carolina Forest development nearly complete. What final businesses will be added?
A Carolina Forest grocery shopping center is reaching the end of development, with all businesses either planned or built. Marketplace at the Mill, which is located at the intersection of Carolina Forest Boulevard and River Oaks Drive, is completely leased and only has a handful of buildings left to construct. Publix...
Man arrested in Pee Dee road rage shooting
‘Makes a difference’: Blue Star Mothers pack hero boxes for deployed military service members. Members of the Blue Star Mothers of Coastal Carolina packed hero boxes on Saturday. Man facing over 2 dozen dog fighting charges among 6 charged after Pee Dee search. Updated: Jul. 25, 2025 at 11:09...
Extreme heat affecting Socastee Swing Bridge, state transportation officials say
SOCASTEEE, S.C. (WBTW) — The Socastee Swing Bridge is functioning normally after experiencing mechanical issues for parts of Sunday afternoon due to extreme heat, state transportation officials said. Images from a South Carolina Department of Transportation traffic camera showed apparent testing being done before the...
Hotel fire leaves 1 firefighter transported to ER: MBFD
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Myrtle Beach Fire Department (MBFD) is on the scene of a fire that has caused a section of Ocean Blvd to be blocked off. The structure fire is at the Sea Gypsy at 304 N Ocean Blvd, according to MBFB. A firefighter was taken...
This Humble Restaurant In South Carolina Has Mouth-Watering Southern Food Locals Keep Talking About
There’s a moment when you bite into perfectly prepared Southern comfort food that makes time stand still – that’s exactly what happens at Judy Boone’s Family Kitchen in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. This charming coastal eatery isn’t just another tourist trap along the Grand Strand; it’s...
Nacho Hippo Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over 2022 Shooting in North Myrtle Beach
CONWAY, S.C. — The long-time partner of a man fatally shot by his co-worker at Nacho Hippo in 2022 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, claiming the North Myrtle Beach restaurant and its operators failed to act on clear warning signs of violent behavior before the killing. Latoya Willard,...