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Mullins Police Department unveils new patrol car design
MULLINS, S.C. (WPDE) — The Mullins Police Department is debuting a new look these days. For the first time in nearly a decade, the police force has changed the detailing on its patrol cars with a brand new look. People in the community seem to love the change, as...
Fire in Marion Co. allegedly due to overheated machine
MARION COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Crews responded to a small fire Wednesday afternoon at DMA Industries on Averette Street in the Nichols area of Marion County. Officials said they believe a machine inside the plant overheated and sparked the fire. Officials said the sprinkler system was activated and helped...
Small fire in Galivants Ferry contained with no injuries, HCFR responds
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County Fire Rescue responded to the area of Floyd Page Road and Clearwind Court in Galivants Ferry on Thursday for an outside fire. The fire was reported to be less than an acre in size. Officials say the fire is currently contained. The...
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...
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.
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.
Pee Dee deputies searching for man wanted on several charges
MARION COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Marion County deputies are searching for a man wanted on a slew of charges. Warrants have been issued for the arrest of 34-year-old Don Antonio Oliver, Jr., of Mullins. He is charged with two counts of second-degree assault and battery, second-degree domestic violence and first-degree...
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.
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 […]
‘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 […]
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 […]
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...
Manning resident’s patriotic style shines through in life and wardrobe
For Cindy Risher, the red, white, and blue are more than just the colors of the American flag; they are a way of life. Known for her unwavering patriotism, Risher’s unique style is a testament to her love and respect for the United States. Risher’s journey into patriotic hues...
Richland County deputies try to find suspect accused of stealing iPad from porch
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Deputies with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) are asking the public for help in identifying a suspect accused of stealing a package from someone’s porch. RCSD said the suspect stole a FedEx package containing a silver iPad Pro 13 from someone’s porch at...
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 […]
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...
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