‘Ain’t no place like this right here.’ How Donzelle’s closing will impact Conway
On a gloomy Thursday morning, tables and booths in Donzelle’s Restaurant fill with old friends, couples and travelers passing through. Next week, on Christmas Eve, Donzelle’s will close its doors for the last time. As the Conway institution prepares to close for good, customers aren’t ready to say goodbye. “This is...
The Sideline Scoop: Sweeping changes set for Horry County high school sports
Significant changes are coming for Horry County high school athletics programs. The South Carolina High School League (SCHSL), on Friday, Dec. 19, completed its classification placement for the next two-year window (2026-28), and multiple local high schools will change their classifications starting in the 2026-27...
New Coastal Carolina University building will be bigger than planned
The new Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance building on the Coastal Carolina University campus will be bigger than originally planned. CCU’s Board of Trustees, the university’s governing board, agreed on Dec. 12 to add 21,000 square feet of space to the building, which will now top out at...
Renourishment work begins in North Myrtle Beach
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Over the last five years, the dunes along the Grand Strand have been hit by hurricanes and king tides, causing severe erosion. On Wednesday, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers kicked off its renourishment project, looking to repair and rebuild. Over the next few months, crews from...
Festival of Lights strengthens Jewish bonds, educates Myrtle Beach on Hanukkah
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — In a time of heightened awareness and vigilance, the Jewish community in Myrtle Beach is finding strength and unity through celebration. Local Jewish educator Rayna Shoihat emphasized the importance of sharing Jewish culture and traditions, especially during challenging times. "It's a...
Man charged with arson after setting tires set on fire in NMB: Report
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A man was charged with arson after three vehicles were found damaged last month. Larone Murphy II, 26, was arrested on Dec. 13 and charged with third-degree arson and three counts of malicious injury, according to booking records. On Nov. 16 around 8:30...
Horry County Animal Care Center holds ‘Home for the Pawlidays’ foster event
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The “Home for the Pawlidays” event is an opportunity for the Horry County community to help area foster pets receive extra love and attention during the holidays, while also helping shelter staff learn more about the animal. This is the fourth year that the Horry County Animal Care Center...
Conway man faces multiple charges after shooting, barricade incident, police say
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A Conway man is facing multiple charges after he fired a gun, pushed a woman to the ground, and barricaded himself inside his home with another woman, Horry County police said. Adrian Gasper-Sanchez, 30, was charged with first degree assault, possession of a weapon during a violent crime,...
2 injured after crash involving overturned vehicle
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Crews respond to a crash in the Longs community area. Horry County Fire Rescue responded to AP Thompson Road and Cotton Patch Road at around 5:53 p.m. for a reported crash. Officials say the crash involved an overturned ATV. Two people are taken to the...
Long-Established Conway Diner To Close Its Doors
A long-established diner in Conway is closing its doors. Willard and Donzelle Dickerson first opened ‘Donzelle’s’ in 1962. Over the years the restaurant became a local staple with regulars creating a community surrounding the eatery. Locals have expressed their sadness over the closure announcement as many have...
