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Stress, anxiety a normal part of starting new school year, Grand Strand health experts say
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County students from elementary school to college have begun adjusting their routines as the new school year starts to ramp up. Starting school can be a big change no matter if you are in kindergarten or if it is your freshman year of college. It’s an exciting time of […]
Southport Mayor Removes Police Chief, Sparks Controversy Over Department's Direction
Southport Mayor Jim Cooney's decision to remove Police Chief Tom Vaughn from his position has rippled through the local community, sparking a mixture of speculation and tension. On Tuesday, Cooney announced that Vaughn was terminated from his role as the city's head of law enforcement, stating a desire to steer the Southport Police Department on a new course. As reported by FOX59/CBS4, Cooney asserted that the state statute endows him with the authority to dismiss a police chief, and emphasized the legality and necessity of his actions.
NC State move-in day could impact Thursday morning commute
Students begin moving onto NC State's campus Thursday, traffic impacts expected. If Western Boulevard is a part of your morning commute, you may want to give yourself a little extra time Thursday. This area is going to be congested over the next few days as students move into their dorms...
Trump veers off message in economic speech
Former President Donald Trump strayed off topic multiple times to attack Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz while delivering a speech about the economy in North Carolina. CNN’s Kaitlan Collins gets reaction from Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ).
Morning Report — Harris, Trump compete in NC; Omar wins primary
Editor’s note: The Hill’s Morning Report is our daily newsletter that dives deep into Washington’s agenda. To subscribe, click here or fill out the box below. Vice President Harris says she’ll unveil economic proposals Friday during a campaign event in Raleigh, N.C., while former President Trump plans to campaign in heavily Democratic Asheville, N.C., today, eager to tout his record in the swing state that he narrowly won in 2016 and 2020.
‘Exceeded our expectations’: Leaders detail local economic impact of Myrtle Beach Classic
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Officials are hailing the inaugural Myrtle Beach Classic not only as a success in the golf world but also as a financial one. Based on calculations, the Myrtle Beach Classic generated a total economic impact of $15.4 million, according to a news release from the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce.
Judge sentences Louisiana man for threats against Carolina Forest High School
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A judge sentenced a Louisiana man to probation after he pleaded guilty to making threats against Caroilna Forest High School earlier this year. The 15th Circuit Solicitor’s Office said 19-year-old Trenton Brown, of Baton Rogue, pleaded guilty to making a bomb threat or conveying false information about a bomb threat on Tuesday.
Rushing water from storm a concern at dam site
Boiling Spring Lakes Town Manager Gordon Hargrove breathed a sigh of relief last week when Tropical Storm Debby finally left the area and hadn’t done more damage than it did. Debby managed to cause a few problems with the ongoing BSL dam restoration project, particularly at the Sanford Dam...
City of Conway provides update on road closures, flooding
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) – Flooding from the Waccamaw River has forced the city of Conway to close more roads. The city announced on Thursday the following closures:. Elm Street at the Railroad Tracks near Conway Marina. Conway Marina Boat Ramp. Riverfront Park and Playground. Riverwalk (Under the Main Street...
Conway Medical Center shares plans for stand-alone emergency room
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Conway Medical Center’s proposed new development of a stand-alone emergency room passed its first reading in front of Horry County Council on Tuesday. “A number of people like myself aren’t getting any younger and it would be close and that would be an asset,”...
Former NASCAR star Kurt Busch charged with DWI in North Carolina
IREDELL COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Retired NASCAR driver Kurt Busch is facing several charges related to an alleged DWI, according to the Iredell Free News. Busch reportedly will have his driver’s license revoked for 30 days as a result. Iredell Free News reports that court records state that Busch was clocked going 18 mph over […]
Man run over, killed by his own vehicle in North Myrtle Beach, police say
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A man was run over and killed by his own vehicle on Monday in North Myrtle Beach, according to police. North Myrtle Beach police and fire units responded at about 12:05 p.m. on Monday for a possible fatal collision involving a pedestrian, police said. When they arrived, they learned […]
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