Warm start to the new week
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) – The sun made an appearance on Sunday. That helped warm our temperatures into the upper 80s, to near 90 in the Pee Dee. Across the Grand Strand, a little more cloud cover was in place. Temperatures warmed into the mid 80s. Tonight we will see mostly clear to partly cloudy […]
New Tropical Storm Fernand forms, No threat to Carolinas
The disturbance over the northern Atlantic Ocean has finally become a full-fledged tropical storm and it's name is Fernand. The storm is over the open waters a few hundred miles south-southeast of Bermuda. This storm is forecast to travel north and intensify, but avoid any land. Considering this storm will...
Local business comments on downtown revitalization projects in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Work continues in downtown Myrtle Beach as the city moves forward with its revitalization efforts. But some businesses are questioning when the work will be done. Construction in the downtown area has been ongoing for months, being hit with weather-related delays and detours. On Broadway...
Authorities investigating after man in Longs found with gun shot wounds
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Officials say a man was found inside the car with multiple gunshot wounds on Sunday. Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard said that just after 3:00 a.m. investigators were called to Plantation Drive in Longs where they found 39-year-old Timothy Yates. Yates lived in Longs. Horry...
Myrtle Beach church raises funds for Help 4 Kids with annual barbecue
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A Myrtle Beach church is helping raise money for a local nonprofit. Holy Lamb Lutheran Church hosted its 9th annual barbecue fundraiser Saturday, offering hamburgers, brats, hot dogs, baked beans, chips, and water to attendees. "All the money we raise goes to Help 4...
Myrtle Beach police master corporal receives life-saving award for off-duty actions
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., (WBTW) — Master Cpl. Matthew Deane has just been given the Life Saver award by the South Carolina Police Chiefs Association for his heroic actions while off the clock. Deane has been with the Myrtle Beach Police Department for 14 years, working as a collision investigator, traffic enforcer, and...
Craft expo in Myrtle Beach showcases local talent and young entrepreneurs
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Art lovers of all ages are invited to the Craft Expo this weekend, where multiple vendors are selling homemade crafts, food, and clothing. The event highlights the creativity of local artists from Horry County and surrounding areas. A unique feature of the expo is...
Myrtle Beach leaders considering $14 million debt reimbursement plan to cover Pelicans Ballpark upgrades
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — With a 30-year agreement in place to keep the Pelicans in Myrtle Beach, city leaders are prepared to spend up to $14 million over the next several years for needed stadium upgrades. A financing plan set for approval on Tuesday would allow the city to reimburse itself through hospitality...
Witness recounts dramatic rescue after ‘marine life incident’ at 14th Avenue North
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was hospitalized following a "marine life incident" at Myrtle Beach, with witnesses speculating a shark bite may have been the cause. The incident occurred on 14th Avenue North while the man was vacationing with his family. Robin Simmons, who was celebrating her...
Early morning Horry County shooting leaves one dead, police said. Victim named
A shooting over the weekend in Horry County claimed the life of a 39-year-old Longs man, police said. Timothy Yates was found in critical condition when police responded to a shooting just before 4 a.m. on Saturday in the 2400 block of Plantation Drive, in the Longs area, according to an email from the coroner’s...