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The future of a historic Loris church is murky after South Carolina’s United Methodist Church conference sued to take control of the property. Camp Swamp Church, at 853 Camp Swamp Road, was founded in 1882, according to its website . For many years, the church has served under the United Methodist denomination, but...

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Two Loris men have been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Conway-area convenience store last month, Horry County police records show. Tyler Gerald, 23, was charged with discharging a firearm into a dwelling and obstructing justice. Scott Gerald, 46, was charged with discharging a...

We asked, you answered. For the month of October, we launched a “Cutest Dog in Myrtle Beach” contest, asking you to share and submit your furry friends. Now, after two rounds of voting and endless photos of your pups, a winner has been crowned. Meet the reader-voted, cutest dog in Myrtle Beach: Mellie Bea. Racking up...

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — SNAP benefits are officially frozen for those who rely on the federal food aid program because of the government shutdown. Horry County food banks like Lowcountry Food Bank say in two days since Nov. 1 they’ve seen the need increase as well as community members stepping up to the plate to...

ATLANTIC BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Atlantic Beach’s last remaining officer is stepping down next week due to “extenuating circumstances,” he told town leaders Monday. Lt. Andrew Valentine didn’t offer any other details as to why he’s leaving the force, and nobody on the town council asked questions of him at a public...

SURFSIDE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — You're invited to a Fish Fry that's happening one week from Monday. The event benefits the Coastal Carolina YMCA and helps provide scholarships for kids to attend afterschool programs. In addition to academics, the programs focus on character, leadership, social and life skills. The...

MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WPDE) — The 23rd annual Chilympics took place on Sunday. This event featured live music, vendors, signature drinks and lots of chili. It also raised money for a good cause. "The Sea Beyond Foundation is the Grand Strand's newest nonprofit," said Brooke Vu, executive director of...

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County Schools are celebrating a year of success after the release of the 2025 South Carolina School Report Cards – showing students across the district are outperforming much of the state. According to the South Carolina Department of Education, 38 out of the district’s 57 schools...

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The 8th annual Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam was held Oct. 31-Nov. 2. The three-day event brought in Jeep lovers from all around and within the area, allowing them to participate in activities such as beach crawls and obstacle courses, shop from vendors, or display their own vehicle or watch others.

CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 48-year-old man accused of shooting at Myrtle Beach police in 2022 pleaded guilty Monday a week before his trial was set to begin, the 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office said. William Berry Hodges of Myrtle Beach pleaded guilty to second-degree arson and three counts of first-degree assault and...