Step into history at Conway’s very first library
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -Discover a variety of recourses at the Horry County Memorial Library in Conway. Join us as we explore the history behind this library, its interactive programs, and even genealogy tools. This is the city of Conway’s original public library and its cooler than ever!. To...
Man pulls gun out on Wendy’s employees in Horry County, report says
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) - A police report details a scary situation as a man pulled out a gun on employees at a fast food restaurant in Horry County. Horry County police responded at 12:20 a.m. Monday to 1305 Tadlock Drive in Murrells Inlet for a pointing and presenting call. That address is listed online as...
Saddle up, South Carolina: Cavender’s brings a taste of Texas to North Myrtle Beach
NORTH MYTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Cavender's Boot City announced the opening of its first South Carolina location in North Myrtle Beach. It is a Texas-based western retailer known for its wide selection of handcrafted western boots. The 19,000 square-foot store will house Cavender’s full line of men’s, women’s...
Deputies in NC searching for suspect who jumped into river after stolen car chase
Man pulls gun out on Wendy’s employees in Horry County, report says. A police report details a scary situation as a man pulled out a gun on employees at a fast food restaurant in Horry County. Updated: 5 hours ago. A man in Horry County has been arrested after...
Estate of Florida man who drowned on vacation sues North Myrtle Beach
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The family of a Florida man who drowned while swimming off the coast in North Myrtle Beach says poor safety protocols and unresponsive lifeguards are to blame in a newly filed lawsuit. Michael Letzkus, 30, died July 26, 2023 — five days after swimmers noticed him floating face down […]
Report, warrant outline what led to arrest of Georgetown’s ex-Chief Judge
GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WCSC) - The now-former Chief Municipal Judge for the City of Georgetown stands accused of shoving a woman out of a car, resulting in her hospitalization, in a domestic violence investigation. A warrant for his arrest shows that Robert Harry O’Donnell, 77, was arrested Thursday on the charge...
Heat-related emergency calls increase during advisory, officials say
GARDEN CITY, S.C. (WPDE) — On Sunday, the heat index in Myrtle Beach reached 90 before 5 a.m. and 100 before 11 a.m. An emergency responder from Midway Fire Rescue said there's been an increase in heat related calls, responding to around six on Saturday. Those spending time on...
I Love Seafood Fest to bring weekend of food, fun & live music in...
ATLANTIC BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Atlantic Beach Summer Concert Series kicks off soon. The I Love Seafood Fest will be held on August 8-9. The event will be filled with food, vendors, cooking demos and live entertainment. Additionally, the band Brick will perform new and old hits. This...
Temporary lane closures to start over ICW on Highway 544 in Horry County
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation will be doing overnight inspections of a bridge over the intracoastal waterway on Highway 544. The inspections will leave the bridge in Socastee next to Dick Pond Rd closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. July 21 through July 24.
Patty smackdown: Conway Burger Week returns with chefs battling for the crown
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Downtown Conway announced its fourth annual Conway Burger Week presented by Pepsi Bottling Ventures. Local restaurants signed up to create unique, limited-time menu items and compete for the Best Burger Prize. Conway's Patty Chefs have carefully chosen each culinary creation. Downtown Conway’s...