Docs: Burglary suspect who assaulted Myrtle Beach police officer was tased multiple times
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Documents detail the struggle Myrtle Beach police officers had taking a burglary suspect who allegedly resisted arrest into custody. Police arrested John Littrell, 42, on Wednesday, and he is facing multiple charges, including two counts of second-degree burglary, attempted armed robbery,...
Victim identified after Horry County crash involving flipped vehicle
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - The identity of a person killed in a crash has been released. On Wednesday, 28-year-old Shadazya Mitchell died in the Loris area after she lost control of the car and hit a tree on South Highway 701 near Highway 67. Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard...
This Is Carolina: Couple stumbles upon heartfelt letters floating in bottle
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - It’s the hum of birds instead of engines, except for their own, as they glide in their storied vessel on the Waccamaw River. It’s what Jence and Pam Manngard love the most. “We like to come out here in colder weather,” said Jence....
Motorcyclist dies after leading police on high-speed chase in Longs, police say
A motorcyclist has died Thursday after allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase in the Longs area. The driver of a 2023 Suzuki motorcycle was traveling on Old Highway 31 near Hidden River Road when the person went off the roadway and struck a tree, according to an email from Master Trooper Joseph Rowell with...
Horry County proposes new limits on electric scooters after safety complaints
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Horry County could soon put new limits on electric scooters and other personal electric devices after a wave of complaints about riders dodging cars and people in busy areas. One of the hottest spots for those complaints is Carolina Forest. “Well, they’re not even looking,...
Fallen Myrtle Beach officer’s family funds police department for comfort dog
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The family of Jacob Hancher, an officer who died in the line of duty, donated thousands of dollars to the Myrtle Beach Police Department on Wednesday. Jeff and Kathy Hancher, Jacobs' father and stepmother, donated $13,495 to establish the Victim Advocate Canine Support Program.
🏭 Multiple Manufacturing Jobs in Horry County, SC – Great Local Openings
Horry County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with several solid full-time roles open in Conway and Myrtle Beach. If you like hands-on work and steady hours, these could be a great fit.
Downtown Conway Hotel design revealed; neighbors share concerns over parking
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Developers planning a 69-room hotel along the Waccamaw River in downtown Conway shared their design plans with the city's Community Appearance Board for the first time, as the project moves through the city’s review process. The Community Appearance Board (CAB) is reviewing the hotel...
Horry County officials discuss wildfire risks after burn ban announcement
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - On Tuesday, Horry County officials enacted a burn ban for unincorporated parts of the county. Officials said they are remaining proactive by informing the community about a burn ban as drought conditions raise the risk of wildfires breaking out. The county put the burn ban...
Horry County jail adds more than 200 tablets to enhance inmate communication
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - The Horry County Sheriff’s Office inmate communication is being enhanced with a tablet program. J. Reuben Long Detention Center has deployed more than 200 tablets this month as part of an initiative to provide additional educational and enrichment opportunities. Officials said the tablets...

















