Inaugural Venus Flytrap Fest plants its roots in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The inaugural Flytrap Fest is set to celebrate endemic Venus flytraps, which are only found in Horry County within the state of South Carolina. According to Friends of Lewis Ocean Bay, wild Venus flytraps represent local unique wild places, including longleaf pine woodlands and Carolina Bays, all of which depend […]
Horry County Council advances second vote on new impact fees
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Residential developers in Horry County could soon pay higher impact fees, after County Council approved a second vote on updated rates Tuesday night. Council moved forward with a proposal from Councilman Tyler Servant that would reduce impact fees for some smaller homes while increasing...
Conway splash pad temporarily closed due to drought conditions
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Town Green Splash Pad is temporarily closed due to current drought conditions, according to a Facebook post from the City of Conway. Officials said severe drought conditions are expected to persist and "require immediate conservation efforts across the community." Officials said here are some...
Corruption allegations plague Horry police. Will public have a say in fixing it?
From lawsuits to corruption allegations, the Horry County Police Department has been mired in controversy in recent years. Plagued by serious accusations surrounding conduct, allegations against the HCPD has sparked discussions about eliminating the department entirely, conversations that have even entered an Horry County Council meeting. Will the county move to fold HCPD into the Horry County Sheriff’s Department? Last week, a lawsuit brought...
NMB honors Vanna White with personalized golf bag, plaque
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The City of North Myrtle Beach honored native Vanna White on Tuesday. She was honored at the Surf Golf & Beach Club with a personalized golf bag and a personalized engraved plaque on a dedicated locker in the ladies’ locker room. Officials...
Clemson Takes Down No. 8 Coastal
CONWAY, S.C. — Clemson pounded out 14 hits and six pitchers combined to hold a dangerous Coastal Carolina offense in check as the Tigers went on the road and knocked off the No. 8 Chanticleers 8-4 on Tuesday night at…
You’ve Never Tasted Soft Serve This Good Until You’ve Visited These 6 South Carolina...
Searching for the best soft serve in South Carolina?. These 6 ice cream parlors offer amazing flavors and unforgettable treats!. 1. Turbo Cone (Charleston) The name Turbo Cone suggests speed and excitement. The service here does keep things moving, but you’ll want every bite to last forever. This Charleston...
Horry County Schools names 2027 Teacher of the Year
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County Schools named Taylor Sinkler its 2027 Teacher of the Year during a ceremony Tuesday night. District officials said Sinkler, a fourth-grade teacher at Daisy Elementary School, teaches both standard and Gifted and Talented courses in Math and English Language Arts. She holds...
Two new luxury houseboats at Barefoot Marina redefine the meaning of a staycation
While the current spike in gas and jet fuel prices can be off-putting when it comes to making travel plans this summer, local residents will be delighted to discover a new and unique opportunity that redefines the meaning of a “staycation.”. In partnership with FLOHOM, an experiential hospitality brand,...
Watson Park in Loris receives upgrades
Angel Neighbours, Interim City Administrator for the city of Loris, delivered some much-anticipated news at the Loris City Council meeting, Monday, May 4. "Watson Park renovations have started," Neighbours said. During previous council meetings, back in March and April, Councilwoman Joan Gause had asked how the upgrades were coming at...
