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Historic Columbia executive director Robin Waites awarded Order of the Palmetto
Governor Henry McMaster has bestowed the prestigious Order of the Palmetto upon Robin Waites, executive director of Historic Columbia, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the preservation and promotion of South Carolina’s cultural heritage. The award, the state’s highest civilian honor, celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the state and its citizens.
Adult, minor charged in deadly brawl
CLARENDON COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A minor is charged with murder in connection to the death of a man in Turbeville in April. Officials with the Clarendon County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) say someone found the body of Earl Singletary inside an abandoned mobile home at 1098 Mickey Street on April 28.
Myrtle Beach businesses brace for tourism surge as top Fourth of July destination
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Fourth of July means businesses are stocking, waiting and accommodating one of the busiest travel times of the year for tourists. TripAdvisor placed Myrtle Beach in the number one spot for top destinations to travel for the holiday, making novelty stores like the Gay Dolphin and hotels like the Midtown Inn gear up for crowds.
Murrells Inlet business owners fearful of potential housing development’s impact
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WBTW) — A couple who owns a farm and small business off McDowell Shortcut Road in Murrells Inlet is speaking out against a proposed 80-acre development. Builders are looking to put 100 homes across from Ranch Haven Drive near Highway 707. It’s an area that even just 20 years ago used to […]
Officer got 'distracted' and ran over woman at Myrtle Beach, lawsuit claims
The family of the 66-year-old who died after being run over by a Horry County police officer is suing, WMBF reports, claiming the officer involved got distracted. The estate of Sandy Schultz-Peters filed the wrongful death lawsuit against the Horry County Police Department on Friday. Schultz-Peters, who lived in Myrtle...
‘My world fell away:’ Parents, teachers stunned by sudden closure of Aynor daycare
AYNOR, S.C. (WBTW) — A parent was shocked, and a teacher heartbroken. That’s the reaction among dozens of people who were left reeling after Aynor’s Salem Baptist Church on Monday announced the sudden closure of its daycare, ending a 40-year run when it shuts down on July 26. “I was devastated and in shock that […]
Boat parade, fireworks will highlight Fourth of July fun on the MarshWalk
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WBTW) — The annual boat parade and fireworks show will highlight the Fourth of July celebration on the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet. Through the years, the number of people taking part in the boat parade and attending the festivities has continued to grow, event coordinator Christina Burzler said. “Some of the families, […]
Coastal Carolina University offers first look at planned $12M Highway 544 overpass; state, federal funding in hand
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Coastal Carolina University has pulled in $10 million worth of federal and state funding to help finance a walkway over Highway 544 — a project that school officials have spent years trying to complete. CCU President Michael Benson announced on X, formerly Twitter, on Wednesday that the money is hand. A […]
Bennettsville children’s book author discusses importance of summer reading
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Most of us are now in the middle of summer vacation, and your kids may be in summer camp or playing at the pool or the beach. But what about those days when they’re stuck at the house? Educators say summer reading is extremely important and will help students not […]
Horry County man puts hundreds of flags in yard ahead of July 4th
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — For more than 10 years, Horry County resident Anthony Leggio has flown hundreds of American flags in his yard for the Fourth of July holiday. Leggio lives in a house off Glenns Bay Road and has a collection of almost 400 flags he puts out every year. He started the tradition […]
‘What a thrill’: Salute from the Shore pilot excited to take to the skies
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Most people will spend the 4th of July on the ground, but not Tim Gause. He’s a pilot in this year’s Salute from the Shore, a patriotic event that sees military airplanes from McEntire Joint National Guard Base and Charleston Air Force Base fly down the coastline.
Technical difficulties delay MarshWalk 4th of July firework show
MURRELLS INLET, SC (WMBF) - The firework celebration to cap off the 4th of July in Murrells Inlet has been delayed. Organizers posted on Facebook that the show, which was scheduled to start at 10 p.m., has been delayed while they wait for equipment to be swapped out. The switch...
Man dies after shooting at South Beltline Boulevard apartments in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. — One person is dead following a Thursday afternoon shooting in Columbia. Columbia Police said they were called to the 300 block of South Beltline Boulevard at Woodland Terrace Apartments around 3 p.m. Officers arrived to find a wounded male victim. He was taken to the hospital and died a short time later.
OL target announces decision date, final four
Four-star offensive tackle Juan Gaston will announce a college commitment on Aug. 2, he posted to Twitter on the Fourth of July. Gaston, a 2025 prospect out of Westlake High School in Atlanta, also has a top four that includes South Carolina. Georgia, Oregon and Tennessee also made the cut...
Myrtle Beach & Huntington Beach State Parks hit capacity for 4th of July
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — The Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park were at capacity by 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Thousands of people flocked to the beach to celebrate the Fourth of July, and the two state parks are popular spots. South Carolina State Parks posted on...
P.J. Dozier's NBA Return: Timberwolves Sign Former Gamecock Star to One-Year Deal
Former South Carolina standout P.J. Dozier has signed a one-year deal with the Timberwolves. After a season in Europe and overcoming a significant ACL injury, Dozier is set for an NBA return in 2024-25.
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