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The Grand Strand Today Summer Olympics Challenge is here
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics is here, but we wanted to get in on the fun!. We’re hosting our own Grand Strand Today Summer Olympics Challenge. We competed in the following competitions that you can see at the actual Olympics:. - Equestrian: (Dreams, Hope...
Photos: Heavy rain floods Grand Strand roads, knocks over trees
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Several stretches of road and homes along the Grand Strand have been impacted by heavy rain on Friday. Video taken by News13 Storm Tracker meteorologist Scotty Powell shows flooding in the area of Fantasy Harbour Boulevard in Horry County.
U.S. Marshals arrest one connected to Conway shooting
An 18-year-old man and 36-year old woman have been arrested by U.S. Marshals and booked into J. Reuben Long Detention Center. Michael Cornelius Beaty, 18, was booked into the detention center and charged with assault of a high and aggravated nature, failure to appear to a court summons, driving with a suspended license and possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Beaty was booked Wednesday morning, and no bail has been set. As of Friday, July 26, Beaty was still incarcerated.
In-state receiver runs ridiculous 40 time at South Carolina football camp
South Carolina football fans were disappointed on Thursday when in-state prospect Malik Clark (a consensus 4-star wide receiver from Rock Hill) announced a commitment to play for the Florida State Seminoles over pledging to the Gamecocks. With three wide receivers committed to USC so far in the class of 2025...
Columbia Police search for ‘armed & dangerous’ suspect accused of shooting into car with his family inside
Columbia, SC (WOLO) — The Columbia Police Department is hoping you can help them locate a man they say is considered armed and dangerous and on the loose. According to authorities 52 year old Lurekus Leonard Davis is wanted in connection to a shooting that took place earlier today in the 6200 block of Garners Ferry Road. Police say Davis is accused of shooting into a car with his family members inside as well as children as it traveled down a main lower Richland thoroughfare.
Out on bond for double murder, a suspect faces new charges related to arson case, receives new bond
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A man charged with criminal conspiracy in connection with an arson case in Richland County earlier this month appeared in court Friday afternoon. A judge set a $250,000 bond for 22-year-old Christian Irick. Irick stood in court wearing an ankle monitor. He was already out on...
Florence Christian still has stable coaching staff
Florence – For the first time in four years, Florence Christian School will. have a new head coach for one of its varsity sports. Jesse Lyles will be taking over the softball program in place of veteran head. coach Denise Carter. Lyles inherits a team that went 4-13 last...
Atlantic Beach Planning Commission approves 18-story hotel amid residents concerns
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Atlantic Beach Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve the building of an 18-story hotel on Thursday, and now it will go to council. The hotel costs $55 million with roughly $1.65 million going to public improvements around the hotel site. This includes a...
‘It’s humbling’: Surfside Beach promotes interim police chief to lead force
SURFSIDE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - The Town of Surfside Beach has a familiar face as its new police chief. Ken Davis, who was tapped as the town’s interim police chief, was sworn into the permanent role on Friday. Davis said the ceremony was a full-circle moment for him in...
South Carolina Weather: Showers Confined to Mountains and Upper Savannah River Valley
Greenville, SC – South Carolina is set to experience drier air pushing south into the region today, bringing with it milder temperatures and more comfortable humidity levels. Residents can look forward to seasonably warm conditions while isolated showers and thunderstorms remain confined to the mountains and upper Savannah River Valley.
Chris Ray Named Dillon District Four’s New Director Of Personnel
Chris Ray has been named Dillon District Four’s new Director of Personnel. Chris has worked the entirety of his fifteen-year career for Dillon District Four. He transitioned into his new role after serving as Lake View High School’s principal for the 23-24 school year and LVHS’s assistant principal from 2021-2023. Prior to working at LVHS, Chris spent the previous twelve years at JV Martin Junior High, Dillon Middle School, and Dillon High School, where he served as a teacher, school counselor, and coach.
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