Conway man dies days after crash. Horry County coroner names victim
A 42-year-old Conway man died Nov. 23, days after he was involved in a crash. Brian Cote died at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center from injuries he received in a crash that occurred on Pee Dee Highway on Nov. 18, according to an email from Horry County Deputy Chief Coroner Tamara Willard. Cote was traveling on the...
Coastal Grand Mall kicks off Black Friday with extended hours
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Coastal Grand Mall is kicking off Black Friday with extended hours and the return of Santa's Beach House in Center Court. The mall is offering the Santa Token program, where shoppers who spend $200 or more the same day will receive a token for a complimentary Santa photo package.
Volunteer garden in Murrells Inlet doubles size, feeds hundreds with produce
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WPDE) — Volunteers at the Burgess Community Garden in Murrells Inlet spend hours tending to a garden, helping grow food for those in need. The garden has doubled in size since its inception, and it has harvested more than 1,300 pounds of food this year alone.
Contemplating a Coastal Shift: A New Yorker’s Dilemma on Moving to Myrtle Beach
A 27-year-old individual from upstate New York is considering a move to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, due to a job offer. They are looking for a warmer climate, proximity to the beach, and a more affordable cost of living. However, they have concerns about the quality of life in the area, including education for...
Horry County leaders to honor Bethune, Hatley as new mayors ready to take office
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Two long-serving mayors are being honored by Horry County leaders as they prepare to leave office. Councilmembers in December are expected to recognize Brenda Bethune’s tenure serving Myrtle Beach and Marilyn Hatley’s time presiding over North Myrtle Beach, according to documents made...
‘A role model’: Horry County teacher’s aide placed on leave after livestream video talking...
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — An Horry County Schools teacher’s aide was placed on leave recently after a video surfaced of her having a conversation with another person about drugs and alcohol during a livestream. The video, which was emailed to News13, shows Sydny Howell talking about drugs and alcohol — including...
Conway church aims to serve hundreds at annual Thanksgiving dinner
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — A Conway church hosted their third annual Thanksgiving Community & Fellowship Dinner on Wednesday night. The tradition was born 15 years ago with Reverend Vinson Mott, associate pastor of Bethlehem #1 Missionary Baptist Church Conway, at his previous church in Alabama. Since moving to South...
Officials prepare for ‘Blackout Wednesday’ with safety measures
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Bars and law enforcement in South Carolina are taking steps to ensure public safety during 'Blackout Wednesday.'. The night before Thanksgiving is known for increased alcohol consumption, leading to dangerous decisions like driving under the influence. Crafty Rooster, a local bar in Conway, is...
Tanger mall prepares for ‘Black Friday’ shoppers
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Tanger shopping mall is more than ready to welcome large crowds for the much-anticipated ‘Black Friday.’. “Well, there are lots of deals,” said Roxan Santella, marketing manager for Tanger Myrtle Beach. “Our retailers are opening up at 6 a.m. They’re gearing up. Some of our retailers are...
Horry County leaders to consider pulling Webster’s name from $24 million emergency operations center,...
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County leaders are considering taking retired administrator Randy Webster’s name off of its $24 million emergency operations center amid his involvement in a sexual harassment lawsuit, according to documents made public Wednesday. “Horry County Council is authorized to adopt resolutions...

















