NC man found with presumed fentanyl in groin area: Warrants
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was arrested for trafficking in fentanyl last weekend. Cary Evan Shreve, 37, of Southport, North Carolina was charged with trafficking in fentanyl, according to booking records. On Oct. 4, officers observed a suspicious vehicle in the Exxon Gas Station parking lot in...
‘Very concerning’: Indigo Farms voices concerns on proposed Highway 31 extension in Horry County
LITTLE RIVER, S.C. (WBTW) — A farmer in Little River is concerned about what the plans to extend Highway 31 could do to her and her family’s farm. A nearly $800 million project to extend Highway 31 includes routes that would cross state lines through Indigo farms in Horry County. The proposed project will extend […]
Latest storm Jerry offshore of Carolinas. How will it impact Myrtle Beach area?
It’s been two years since the Myrtle Beach area experienced coastal flooding, but with Tropical Storm Jerry churning offshore the Carolinas, that could change this weekend. There is a chance for moderate coastal flooding on Thursday and Friday in Myrtle Beach and along the coast, said meteorologist Victoria Oliva...
Horry County police investigate report of nearly 50 gunshots in Longs area
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A home and a vehicle were hit by bullets Tuesday night in the Longs area when someone reportedly sprayed the area with approximately 50 gunshots, according to an Horry County police report. Officers were called at about 10:30 p.m. to the area of Pine Needle Drive and Freemont Road, the […]
Man attempts to throw bag with drugs into Intracoastal Waterway: Warrants
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop last week. Daniel Damarcus Robinson Jr., 28, of Dillon was charged with possession of firearms & ammunition, manufacturing/possession of sch. I, II, III or flunitrazepam or analogue, trafficking in ice, crack (28g or more but less...
BBB warns of new scam targeting children’s education
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - The Better Business Bureau has been attempting to warn parents of a relatively new scam involving online tutoring. According to BBB officials, the scam typically happens when you just go into an online search looking for a tutor. They say there are many different signs...
North Carolina family loses shrimp boat in fire off South Carolina coast
GARDEN CITY, S.C. (WBTW) — The Grand Strand community and beyond are coming together for a young North Carolina family after their shrimp boat caught fire and sank off the coast of North Myrtle Beach on Monday. The three crew members were rescued without any injuries, but the family is now working to get back […]
Myrtle Beach Weather Update: Heavy Rain Drenches Horry County Overnight
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Portions of Horry County experienced steady fall rain over the past 24 hours, with localized totals topping 1.4 inches near Bucksport and Socastee, leading to slick roads and minor ponding in low-lying areas. Light showers are expected to continue through Thursday morning before drier, cooler air...
Drug arrest renews push for to label Myrtle Beach home a nuisance
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A Myrtle Beach home has been a hot spot for trouble in recent years, and neighbors say they fear nothing will change unless their elected officials take charge. People who live near 541 Ramsey Drive are once again demanding that the city of Myrtle Beach...
1 dead after crash in Horry County
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A crash that happened last Friday has left one person dead in Horry County. 77-year-old Tony Lam died at Grand Strand Medical Center on Monday, officials confirm. Lam was taken to the hospital on Friday, Oct. 3, after a crash at the intersection of Highway...