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Horry County moves to OPCON 1, activates emergency operations center ahead of flooding from Tropical Storm Debby
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County moved to OPCON 1 Thursday morning ahead of anticipated flooding in the aftermath of days of heavy rain from Tropical Storm Debby. OPCON 1 is the highest level of emergency preparedness and means the county’s emergency operations center has been activated. Officials are continuing to monitor conditions along […]
Hurricane Ernesto continues to strengthen
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Ernesto strengthened to a category 1 hurricane yesterday and continues to strengthen. Ernesto has 85 mph winds and is moving to the north at 14 mph. Ernesto made its second landfall in the Virgin Islands Tuesday evening and now has its sights set on Bermuda.
NAACP Goose Creek Presents Black Business Market Aug. 24
The NAACP Goose Creek Branch, in collaboration with the City of Goose Creek Recreation recently announced the upcoming Black Business Market on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at 5 p.m. The post NAACP Goose Creek Presents Black Business Market Aug. 24 first appeared on .
SC’s growing energy needs -Part 1
One of our recent interviewees expressed his concern about our state being able to meet our growing energy needs. Do we have a plan? Mike Switzer interviews Sara Bazemore, director of the South Carolina Energy Office in Columbia, S.C. After almost 20 years, Mike Switzer retired from Wells Fargo Securities...
South Carolina Weekend Forecast: Highs in the 90s with Low Rain Chances
Columbia, SC – As the weekend approaches, South Carolina residents can expect a hot and mostly sunny few days ahead. Thursday will start off with a few clouds but is expected to clear up as the day progresses, leading to highs in the upper 80s to around 90 degrees. The high pressure system in place will keep the chance of rain minimal, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities as many school districts kick off the new school year.
3 years into a life sentence, Alex Murdaugh to get his day before the South Carolina Supreme Court
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The appeals are just beginning for disgraced former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh, who is almost three years into a life sentence without parole for killing his wife and son. The South Carolina Supreme Court has agreed to hear Murdaugh’s appeal of his murder convictions....
Driver killed after hitting mailboxes, building, and tree in Berkeley County
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash involving a driver who struck multiple mailboxes, a building, and a tree in Berkeley County. Troopers said the crash occurred around 1:40 a.m. Thursday on Ranger Rd near Chocolate Lab Lane, just south of Cross. According to officials, the collision […]
Museum Hosts Laser Light Shows with Music Legends
6:30 p.m. – Michael Jackson. 10:00 p.m. – Prince (Encore) In addition to the stunning visuals, attendees can indulge in food from the local food truck, Cheese & Thank You, and take advantage of a cash bar offering beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. To learn more and purchase...
Lake City leaders unanimously pass hate crime ordinance
LAKE CITY, S.C. (WMBF) - Leaders in part of the Pee Dee unanimously passed an ordinance targeting hate crimes in the city. Lake City City Council passed the second reading of the ordinance during a meeting on Tuesday, according to a statement from the city released Wednesday. According to the...
Darlington man sentenced to life without parole for killing stepmother
DARLINGTON, S.C. (WPDE) — A jury has found Steven Samuel guilty of the murder of his stepmother, Vivian Bess, in May of 2021 at her home on Cain Street in Darlington. Judge Paul Burch sentenced Samuel to life without the possibility of parole for the murderfollowing a week-long trial at the Darlington County Courthouse.
FIRST ALERT: One more pleasant day before humidity returns
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Unusually comfortable August weather will continue on Friday before increasing temperatures and humidity return for the weekend. Another pleasant August night is on tap as overnight temperatures drop into the middle and upper 60s inland and upper 60s to near 70 at the beaches. Skies will be mostly clear through the night with a few areas of patchy fog possible.
A look inside the Berkeley County factory where the Polestar 3 SUV is being produced
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Volvo’s manufacturing facility in Berkeley County is building a third line of vehicles – this time it’s the Polestar 3 SUV. “It is a major moment for us because it’s the first time a Polestar is being manufactured and produced in the U.S.,” said Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar. Ingenlath […]
Rabies confirmed in bat, raccoon, and skunk across three South Carolina counties
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed that a bat, a racoon and a skunk – all from different counties – have tested positive for rabies. The bat, found near Huntington Drive and Cecillia Drive in Charleston, exposed four people and...
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