Lone measles case in South Carolina Upstate should be taken seriously, Grand Strand doctor...
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — It’s possible that the measles virus could spread to Horry County after the South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed a case in the Upstate on Wednesday, according to a Grand Strand Health infectious disease physician. The measles case in the Upstate is the first confirmed case...
Shallotte Police capture gator near gas station
SHALLOTTE, N.C. (WECT) - The Shallotte Police Department (SPD) captured an alligator near a gas station on Friday morning. According to a Facebook post by SPD, two lieutenants responded to a call on July 11 about an alligator near Murphy’s gas station. The alligator was safely relocated, stated SPD.
Preston’s restaurant in North Myrtle Beach torn down. What the future holds for land
Demolition has begun at Preston’s Restaurant, the former seafood and country buffet, to make way for a new business to open. North Myrtle Beach permit records indicate a Parker’s Kitchen will be built at 4530 S.C. 17 S. There are multiple active permits for Parker’s Kitchen, including for a single story commercial...
KOI: Crafting excellence, one roll at a time
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -Experience the rich flavors of Japan at the beach!. Join us as we taste test are way through KOI, located in Myrtle Beach. From delicious sushi to authentic Japanese dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and decadent desserts, this hidden gem offers a memorable culinary experience for both casual...
New nightclub opening in Myrtle Beach. Where to go dancing
The sparse nightlife scene in Myrtle Beach is about to gain a new place to dance. Vizionz Lounge is a new club celebrating its grand opening this weekend. It was created by the same people behind the Masters Gentleman’s Lounge and is located in the same building but a different suite: 1901 Mr. Joe White Ave. Suite V....
‘A real privilege’: South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts move largest loggerhead turtle nest in...
PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. (WBTW) — South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts (SCUTE) volunteers moved 160 loggerhead turtle eggs in Pawleys Island in Thursday morning. SCUTE head Rick Scott said it was the largest turtle nest they’ve seen in Pawleys Island in the past 3-4 years. He said every morning, hundreds of...
Horry County Solid Waste Authority’s Materials Recycling Facility
At the county’s materials recycling facility — affectionately called “the MRF,” pronounced Murph — tens of thousands of tons of recyclable materials are processed. The MRF is where the “nothing actually gets recycled” myth is debunked in Horry County.
$84.5M for public safety in 2026 Myrtle Beach budget
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Myrtle Beach City Government announced Thursday it would allocate $84.5 million to the public safety of the city in its 2026 fiscal year budget. Myrtle Beach has budgeted spending on public safety for many years, according to the Myrtle Beach public information officer, Meredith Denari.
Georgetown County deputies ask for help finding man missing more than a year
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Georgetown County deputies are asking for help finding a man whose family says has been missing for more than a year. The last known contact with Erik Culclasure, 35, was in Georgetown County when he received a ticket in June 2024, the sheriff’s office said, but his last known address...
FIRST ALERT: Noisy night possible as storms move through
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Storms will be likely late this evening and overnight with more typical summer weather lingering through the weekend. Plenty of tropical humidity combined with some energy in the upper levels of the atmosphere will bring a round or two of storms through the area late this evening and...
