Myrtle Beach urges ‘extreme caution’ as Erin moves northeast
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The City is urging "extreme caution" to residents and visitors as Hurricane Erin moves northeast. They said strong rip currents and high surf remain a concern even as Erin moves away. On Thursday, the next high tide is expected to bring waves of four...
New Horry County housing nonprofit seeks input on housing
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) – A new housing nonprofit in Horry County wants to learn more about the needs of people who live and work in the county. Horry County Community Land Trust (HCCLT) is a newly established nonprofit that is dedicated to serving Horry County’s workforce by creating and preserving homeownership...
The Massive Thrift Store In South Carolina That’ll Make You Rethink What $20 Can...
In a world where inflation seems to be eating our wallets faster than we can fill them, there exists a magical kingdom of affordability hiding in plain sight on Oakheart Road in Myrtle Beach. Palmetto Goodwill isn’t just a thrift store—it’s an economic reality check that will completely recalibrate your...
Here’s where to eat at Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach
Barefoot Landing is the quieter, less flashy counterpart to Broadway at the Beach. The outdoor shopping and entertainment has many of the same shops, like the Savannah Bee Company and The Pepper Place, but offer different forms of amusement. Broadway at the Beach has theme park rides and high-speed boats, while...
Update: Victims of fatal, fiery, four-vehicle crash on SC 22 named
The victims of the fatal crash involving four vehicles that blocked traffic for hours on Highway 22 near Highway 905 Wednesday have been revealed by the coroner’s office. Two people died in the crash, according to South Carolina Highway Patrol. Earl Burnette, 49, of Loris, was one of the victims, and was ejected from...
‘Frustrating’: Traffic issues along Highway 90 near new charter school
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A new charter school is causing headaches for drivers on one of Horry County’s busiest roads. Discovery School Myrtle Beach just opened up this week along Highway 90 near Conway. Richard Opitz said he’s lived in a nearby neighborhood for the last five years...
Mace to speak at Moms for Liberty chapter meeting in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace will speak at a Moms for Liberty Horry County chapter meeting on Thursday. The meeting will focus on protecting parental rights and advancing freedom in education, according to a news release. More than 100 parents, activists and community leaders are expected...
Murder suspect may be in US illegally, jail says. He allegedly killed Conway worker
A man accused of gunning down an employee at a Conway bar last week may be in the United States illegally. Irving Oswaldo Gonzalez Centeno, 26, of Conway, was charged with murder in the shooting death of Lester Goldsmith on Aug. 15, 2025, at Rascal’s Bar and Grill in Conway. Gonzalez Centeno remains in custody with...
Grassroots group backs proposal to dissolve Horry County Police Department
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A group of Horry County residents say they’re behind a proposal to disband the police department and transfer law enforcement services to the sheriff’s office. The push comes after a bill was introduced at the Statehouse in May to dissolve the agency. House Bill 4542, filed by state Rep....
North Myrtle Beach to break ground on new fire station, police substation
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The city of North Myrtle Beach will hold a groundbreaking ceremony next week for a new fire station and police substation, the city said on Wednesday. The groundbreaking will take place at 1 p.m. Monday at the project site at 8470 Water Tower Road. The station represents a “major […]
