Horry County leaders to launch talks on 1% sales tax pitch
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Looking to take advantage of the region’s massive infusion of tourism revenue, Horry County leaders are closing in on a plan to ask for voters for an additional 1% sales tax assessment. The administration subcommittee will talk about the proposal Monday morning ahead of a possible full council vote that […]
Conway police announce upcoming road closure
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - Police are warning drivers of an upcoming road closure. The Conway Police Department said the intersection of Country Club Drive and Sherwood Drive will be closed on Monday and Tuesday from 9:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Detour routes will be in place through Crescent Drive and...
SeaWorld performer’s Myrtle Beach Bike Week post draws thousands of reactions
Tom the Mime recently posted in the “Myrtle Beach Bike Rally (Official) Facebook group," introducing himself and hinting at a possible visit. “Just thought I would join this group. I’m a mime on a trike! Yep that’s me! TOMTHEMIME,” he wrote. “Myrtle Beach is on my radar! I’m for sure going to make it for October and trying to figure out if I can...
33 Dogs Rescued from Suspected Dogfighting Kennel in South Carolina
Conway, South Carolina – Authorities dismantled an alleged dogfighting operation in Horry County last week, rescuing 33 dogs from dire conditions at a local home. The South Carolina Law Enforcement ... Read more The post 33 Dogs Rescued from Suspected Dogfighting Kennel in South Carolina appeared first on Doggodigest .
This Low Country Buffet In South Carolina Has Flavor That Completely Raises The Stakes
Beaches are only half the fun. South Carolina has a coastal town where the food is every bit as exciting as the ocean, and one visit proves it. Travelers show up for sun, sand, and salty breezes. They end up staying for meals that feel like a full-on celebration. Lowcountry cooking is the real star here, packed with bold spices, fresh seafood, and...
Critical injuries reported after vehicle overturns in Horry County
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — One person sustained critical injuries in a Saturday night wreck along North Nichols Highway in Horry County, authorities said. Horry County Fire Rescue crews were sent to the area of Silver Sand Lane shortly after 7:15 p.m. for a single-vehicle wreck with entrapment after it overturned. No further information was […]
A year after Myrtle Beach downtown mass shooting, safety questions remain
Sunday, April 26, marks one year since Myrtle Beach was rocked by a mass shooting that left 11 injured and a shooter dead downtown. In the year since, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) conducted an investigation and released a report of its findings, but questions remain. It’s still largely unclear who shot who in the chaos of one of the largest mass...
Actor Andrew Shue urges civic engagement at Coastal Carolina University tailgate
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A well-known actor best known for his role on the hit show “Melrose Place” visited Coastal Carolina University’s campus today with a message for students: get involved in civic discussions in South Carolina. Andrew Shue joined the Center for Applied Civic...
Take A Walk Along South Carolina’s Longest Pier And You’ll Never Want To Turn...
You know that feeling when you’re standing at the edge of something magnificent and your brain whispers, “Keep going”?. Apache Pier in Myrtle Beach stretches 1,206 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, making it South Carolina’s longest fishing pier and a wooden pathway to pure coastal bliss.
18th annual Dragon Boat Festival roars into Market Common
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Market Common’s Grand Lake sprung to life Saturday with colorful vessels as the 18th annual Dragon Boat Festival began. Teams of 20 paddlers maneuvered their boats on the water for the fundraiser to benefit Ground Zero, an organization that works to cultivate teenagers’ faith and provide life-changing experiences. In […]
