DNA company aids Horry Co. in solving cold cases
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The company Othram said they’ve worked with Horry County on multiple identification cases, from suspects to John and Jane Does. Most recently, they helped identify the mystery John Doe in 2016, when police were called for a drowning victim at Ocean Creek plantation’s pool.
Horry County Schools student killed in crash. It was first day of Thanksgiving break
A Loris High School student was killed after his dirt bike collided with a vehicle in Longs. Jaiveon Brown, 18, of Longs, died in the crash on Nov. 24 on Pine Needle Drive and Honey Road, according to an email from Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard. The accident occurred about 4:03 p.m., the first day...
2 hospitalized in Forestbrook Road crash
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Two people were hospitalized with injuries after a two-vehicle crash on Forestbrook Road, Horry County Fire Rescue said. Crews responded at 8:07 p.m. Tuesday night to the area of Forestbrook Road and Riverwood Farms Road. Lanes of traffic were closed as of 8:55 p.m. The South Carolina...
Loris High School student killed after dirt bike collides with vehicle, coroner says
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Loris High School student was killed Monday after his dirt bike collided with a vehicle in the Longs area. Jaiveon Brown, 18, died following the wreck on Pine Needle Road near Bruce Drive. Horry County Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard said the South Carolina Highway Patrol is...
Murrells Inlet church prepares to serve thousands at Thanksgiving dinner
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WBTW) – While many travel for Thanksgiving to be with family, others spend the holiday at home. Low Country Community Church (LC3) is making sure those staying home this holiday experience a sense of community and a hot meal. For 18 years, LC3 has offered a Thanksgiving meal to members of the […]
Coroner identifies Conway man who died in crash
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Coroner identifies man who died after a crash last Tuesday. Brian Cote, 42 years old, died from injuries sustained on Nov. 23 from a single-vehicle crash, Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard says. The crash happened in the area of Pee Dee Highway between Hughes Landing...
This Great White shark’s name means seaweed, and she’s near Myrtle Beach coast
With temperatures still hovering around the upper 70s, it’s no wonder that the sharks are hanging around the Myrtle Beach area. Nori, a female Great White shark whose name means “seaweed,” pinged off the coastal city’s shoreline on Nov. 25, 2025, at 6:55 p.m., according to OCEARCH, a global non-profit which conducts...
Employee accused of stealing over $600K from dental office in South Carolina
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTV) - A woman accused of stealing more than $600,000 from a dental office in South Carolina was arrested this past week, months after the allegations surfaced. Sister-station WMBF reported that 39-year-old Ashanti Keyana Kinney embezzled the money from the Affordable Dentures & Implants on 38th...
Myrtle Beach company faces another claim that beachgoer was hurt by rogue umbrella
A Myrtle Beach rental company is facing a second lawsuit this year after one of its umbrellas allegedly came loose and struck a person on the beach. An Ohio woman claims she was struck in the head and seriously injured by a flying umbrella while visiting Myrtle Beach on June 13, 2023. The rented umbrella was placed...
The Forgotten Oceanfront Café in South Carolina That’s Always Warm
Nestled along the coast of Garden City, South Carolina, the Gulfstream Cafe has earned a reputation that goes far beyond its delicious seafood and stunning views. For decades, this beloved restaurant has been a gathering place where families celebrate, friends reconnect, and visitors feel instantly welcomed. What...
