Conway firefighter honored after locating unconscious resident during apartment fire
CONWAY S.C. (WPDE) — A Conway firefighter and the Conway Fire Department have been honored after a firefighter located and rescued an unconscious resident during an apartment fire. Bullard, a Kentucky-based manufacturer of personal protective equipment and thermal imagers for emergency responders, announced Aug. 10 tha
Conway residents say they’ve seen triple increase in water bills
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - The Conway community says their water bills have spiked despite claims that water habits remain the same. Several people WMBF spoke with say their water payment on their recent bill from the city increased by double or nearly triple. “I received my bill last week in...
Judge denies post-trial motions seeking immunity in Horry County road-rage shooting lawsuit
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A judge has denied post-trial motions from two men seeking to overturn earlier rulings that denied them immunity in a wrongful-death lawsuit over a 2023 Horry County shooting. Judge Eugene Griffith denied motions Wednesday from Weldon Boyd and Kenneth “Bradley” Williams. The motions...
Man accused of breaking into Horry Co. home, assaulting residents, causing damage
HORRY COUNTY S.C. (WPDE) — A man is accused of breaking into a home in the Galivants Ferry area of Horry County, assaulting residents and causing extensive damage, according to a Horry County Police report. Officers responded Aug. 6 to the area of Gunters Island Road and Old Camp...
This South Carolina Island Adventure Has Kayaking Challenges Glamping And Games Hidden In The...
Tucked away off a quiet stretch of Vera Road in Longs, South Carolina, there’s a little island escape waiting to surprise you—without a passport, plane ticket, or even much of a drive. River Island Adventures isn’t just a name—it’s an entire experience that feels like you’ve stumbled onto a secret clubhouse in the middle of the Waccamaw River.
This Charming South Carolina Museum Holds Civil War Relics And A Ballroom With A...
If walls could talk, the ones at the Marion County Museum would whisper stories of duels, dances, and deep Southern history. Tucked inside a grand old home right in the heart of Marion, this local gem might look quiet from the street—but step inside, and you’ll find a surprisingly immersive journey through centuries of life in the Pee Dee region.
This Wholesome South Carolina Creamery Serves Fresh Milk, Cheddar Curds, And Moo-Tastic Farm Tours
If you think milk just comes from a jug in your fridge, a trip to Happy Cow Creamery will make you see dairy in a whole new (and delightfully delicious) light. Tucked into the green fields of Pelzer, South Carolina, this down-to-earth farm is as cheerful as its name—and yes, the cows really do seem happy.
This Pristine South Carolina Lake Hides Waterfalls, Islands, And Some Of The Clearest Water...
If you’ve ever wished for a mountain lake with Caribbean-blue waters, hidden coves, and cascading waterfalls you can swim beneath, Lake Jocassee is your dream come true. Tucked into the far northwestern corner of South Carolina’s Upstate, this sapphire-blue reservoir is part alpine escape, part natural wonder, and completely worth the drive.
This Hidden Island Near North Myrtle Beach Has Kayak Races, River Cabins, And Wild...
Ever dreamed of paddling your way to a private island where hammocks swing in the breeze and adventure waits around every palm tree? Just a few miles inland from the busy beach crowds, River Island Adventures offers a totally unexpected escape that feels part Survivor challenge, part tropical retreat—and entirely fun.
This Moorish-Style Castle On The Carolina Coast Hides A Romantic Story And Wild Past
If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering through a seaside castle surrounded by palmettos and sea breeze, welcome to your fairytale. Tucked just off the beaten path in Huntington Beach State Park, Atalaya Castle isn’t your average historic stop—it’s a moody, mysterious retreat that feels like it was plucked straight out of Spain and dropped gently on South Carolina’s coast.

















