Surfside fire crews rescue hostile, combative swimmer
SURFSIDE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Fire crews said a man was placed in custody after a rescue on Friday. The Surfside Beach Fire Department said they were called to the pier after a person refused to follow the return orders from lifeguards and the Surfside Beach Police Department. The agency...
Myrtle Beach police investigate shooting at Americana Apartments; 1 critically injured
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Police in Myrtle Beach are investigating a reported shooting Saturday night that left one person with life-threatening injuries, according to Myrtle Beach Police Department (MBPD). Officers with the MBPD responded at about 9:01 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2026, to the 500 block of 38th...
Myrtle Beach Police Department reminds public about city’s juvenile curfew
The Myrtle Beach Police Department is reminding the public of the juvenile curfew in the downtown Ocean Boulevard area. In a Facebook post heading into the weekend, MBPD shared a reminder with details and answers to frequently-asked questions surrounding its juvenile curfew, designed to promote public safety and reduce
Sunny, warm weekend
Nice weather is building in for the weekend. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a few lingering showers. Low temperatures will drop into near 70. High pressure will move in tomorrow with plenty of sunshine and lower humidity. It will still be warm with highs in the 80s to near 90. High pressure will bring […]
Conway nonprofit offers kids food pantry during summer months
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Throughout the school year, some families rely on school-provided meals. But when those aren’t available during the summer months, The Shepherd’s Table is stepping up to fill that gap. In Horry County, the schools provide breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under throughout the district. But f
Grand Strand Health performs first-of-its-kind aortic surgery
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Grand Strand Health completed a cardiovascular surgery that had never been performed in the area, allowing patients to receive specialized care locally instead of traveling to university hospitals. The procedure involved repairing a tear in the aorta using stents. A woman visiting the Grand St
1 hurt in Highway 501 crash after vehicle hits shipping containers, utility pole
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — One person was hospitalized Saturday morning after a commercial vehicle crashed into shipping containers and a utility pole, Horry County Fire Rescue said. The crash happened along Highway 501 near Brown Swamp Road in the Conway area, HCFR said. Crews responded at 5:53 a.m. and transported o
Alex McFarland Speaker Series Coming to the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre
Greg talks with Alex McFarland ahead of his event at the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre this Saturday, June 20th, 2026. Investigate the essentials of Christianity, a relationship with Jesus, and how those things will change your life forever with Alex McFarland. Bring friends, coworkers, neighbors, family as Alex answers t
Brianna Shirley wins Star-Spangled Sing-Off for Myrtle Beach-Florence market
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Brianna Shirley has been named the Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner for the Myrtle Beach-Florence market. Shirley’s performance of The Star-Spangled Banner won viewer votes after weeks of local competition. She will now represent the area in the next round of the contest. Regional voting opens...
Crash sends 3 to hospital in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Three people were injured in a Friday afternoon crash in Horry County. Horry County Fire Rescue responded about 3:06 p.m. to the area of Joyner Swamp and Edwards roads in Galivants Ferry. Crews used heavy cutting tools to free people who were trapped. Officials are...

















