Horry County under outdoor burn ban. Area among counties at risk for wildfires
An outdoor burn ban in Horry County went into effect Sunday morning. The ban was issued because of current weather conditions and will remain in place until further notice, according to a Facebook post from the Horry County government. The area is in “extreme fire damage” as a result of the low humidity and dry and...
Horry Co. reminds of property tax deadline this week
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Real property owners in Horry County have a deadline of Thursday, Jan. 15, to pay their tax bill. The county sent out the bills in October, notifying residents to settle their property tax obligations by the required date. If you have a mortgage, these...
Car overturns,1 hospitalized in Green Sea area
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A two-car crash in the Green Sea area has left one person injured, according to Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR). The incident involved an overturned car in the area of West Highway 9 Bypass and North Green Sea Road just before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday.
New Caribbean restaurant set to bring new flavors to Loris
A new restaurant will open its doors in downtown Loris this week. Zabi’s will celebrate its grand opening at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17, at 4165 Main Street. The restaurant is located at the corner of Main Street and U.S. 701, in the former Maverick’s Downtown space.
2-acre outdoor fire contained in Loris; smoke in area
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A two-acre outdoor fire is contained in Loris on Monday, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. At 3:32 p.m., HCFR said they were dispatched to the area of the 1100 block of Tram Road in Loris for an outside fire around two-acres big. They...
JP Miller pleads not guilty to federal charges of cyberstalking, false statements
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — John-Paul Miller, Myrtle Beach pastor, pleaded not guilty to the federal charges against him in court on Monday. His bond has been set at $100,000 and he's now required to stay away from the victims, family and any witnesses involved in the investigation. He will have to wear an ankle...
National Gluten-Free Day! North Myrtle Beach cafe showcases allergy-friendly dishes
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Monday, Jan. 12, marks National Gluten-Free Day. Salty Brews Cafe in North Myrtle Beach is a restaurant that specializes in gluten-free meals. From nachos to sushi to açaí bowls, the cafe offers a wide variety of dishes that cater to people with food...
‘I don’t know how we are alive.’ SC family crashes into 7 cows in...
A South Carolina family walked away from a Saturday evening crash after they hit seven cows that were in the middle of a Horry County highway. The Schulze family were on their way to Marion from Myrtle Beach when they came upon the black Angus cattle running across S.C. 22, between U.S. 501 and S.C. 319, in the Aynor...
Shed destroyed by fire in Horry Co.
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A shed was destroyed by a fire early Monday morning, according to Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR). Just before 5:00 a.m., crews responded to a non-residential fire at the 400 block of Ronald McNair Boulevard. The shed was destroyed, and a nearby residence sustained...
Man arrested after admitting to firing shots into Horry County home, report says
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A man was arrested after he admitted to firing multiple rounds into a home in the Loris area, according to a report. Horry County Police Department charged Xzayvia Elijah Goodman with shooting into a dwelling and failure to stop for blue lights. On Jan.10, a...

















