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Golf cart rental business says temporary suspension of license by Mrytle Beach will lead to financial ruin
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A golf cart rental business facing a 45-day ban in Myrtle Beach wants a judge to step in, saying the city’s decision to suspend its franchise license could cost it nearly $500,000. Rent Me Superstore is barred from doing business through July 26. The company, which has three stores in […]
‘Pack your patience’: As July 4th festivities heat up in Myrtle Beach, here are some things to expect
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Tens of thousands of people will be in Myrtle Beach for the Fourth of July holiday, and fire officials say they’re prepared for the large crowds. “Whether it’s January or July we’re prepared any day of the week to handle the call volume that we have here in the city,” […]
Horry County officials select Barry Spivey as new top administrator
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County officials on Tuesday selected a new top administrator to replace Steve Gosnell, who has said he will retire in December. After a state and nationwide search, the county selected Barry Spivey about 90 seconds into a special meeting Tuesday morning. Officials previously said they had interviewed four candidates last […]
Another development proposed for crowded Murrells Inlet road
The Horry County Planning Commission at a work session on Thursday, June 27, got its first look at a proposed zoning change to allow for another residential development in the Murrells Inlet area. Plans submitted by project manager Diamond Shores call for 101 new single family homes on 7,700-square-foot lots...
Myrtle Beach native places 1st runner-up at Miss South Carolina
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Brooke Vu, Miss Myrtle Beach 2024, placed first runner-up to the title of Miss South Carolina on Saturday. With that, Vu, a Myrtle Beach native and Coastal Carolina University graduate, earned thousands of dollars in scholarships through the Miss America Organization. In October 2023, she was crowned Miss Myrtle Beach. […]
RULES: Firework regulations for July 4th celebrations along Grand Strand
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — With the 4th of July celebrations, come fireworks. Many may be planning to set them off themselves. According to Americanpyro.com, 246.5 million pounds of fireworks were set off by Americans in 2023. Here's everything you need to know, so you don't get burned with...
Horry County neighbors voice concerns after dog left alone in home with no A/C
MURRELLS INLET, S.C. (WMBF) - Neighbors in part of Murrells Inlet are fighting for stricter rules when it comes to pets. This comes after a dog named Sammy was left alone for several hot days inside a home with no air conditioning. Neighbors described the heartbreaking scene they witnessed over...
Myrtle Beach Middle School student expelled for not reporting classmate’s gun wants a return to the classroom
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A 12-year-old Myrtle Beach Middle School student who was expelled in February after a review board said he failed to report that a classmate brought a gun into the building has appealed the decision. The five-page motion was filed June 13 in Horry County Court of Common Pleas by the […]
Celebrate the 4th of July with the 15th Annual Independence Day 5K Run and 6TH Annual Red, White, and Blue Run
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Join Runners and Walkers to celebrate America!. You can with two chances with the 15th Annual Independence Day 5K Run on July 4th at 7am. Or, the 6th Annual Red, White, and Blue Run on July 6th at 7am. Participants are encouraged to dress in...
Horry County crews contain two-acre fire near Galivants Ferry
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Horry County firefighters have contained a large outdoor blaze near Galivants Ferry, but officials say smoke may still linger in the area. Crews were sent to the area of Vaught and Pearl roads just before 12:45 p.m. for a reported two-acre outside fire. As of 2:30 p.m., lanes of traffic […]
Large residential development to bring mix of housing types to southern Brunswick
A conditional rezoning will make way for a more than 1,500-home mixed-use community in Sunset Beach. With "Angels Trace," developer Logan Homes looks to bring a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, senior apartments and build-to-rent homes to Sunset Beach. The multi-year, multi-phase project will also feature a few acres for commercial uses.
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