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Ga., S.C. state agencies compete in Best Looking Cruiser contest
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s that time of year again - when each of the 50 state highway patrol agencies go head-to-head for a chance to be in the Best Looking Cruiser calendar. In the coming weeks, drivers can expect traffic changes as crews begin to work on the...
Medicaid expansion could generate extra $4 million a year of economic output, study finds
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A new report says that if Medicaid was expanded in 2026, South Carolina would see a $4.04 billion increase in economic output and a $100 million rise in county and state tax revenue. South Carolina is one of 10 states that haven't expanded Medicaid coverage under...
Everything to know about Dawn Staley's South Carolina basketball freshmen for 2024-25 season
COLUMBIA — South Carolina women's basketball has three players classified as freshmen for the 2024-25 season. Joyce Edwards, Maddy McDaniel and Adhel Tac should help the defending national champions and coach Dawn Staley. South Carolina only lost star center Kamilla Cardoso, who is now in the WNBA. Edwards was...
Myrtle Beach police officer fractured woman’s arm, department denied her medical care for hours, lawsuit claims
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A Myrtle Beach police officer fractured a woman’s arm while she was handcuffed, with the department then denying her medical care for more than two hours as she cried out in pain, a newly filed lawsuit claims. Paytan Taylor is suing the city and police department on grounds of negligence, […]
Second suspect arrested in killing of Robeson County 23-year-old
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — A second suspect was arrested Monday in connection with a homicide last month in the Lumberton area, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said. Nalyjah Alford, 22, of Fairmont, was charged with first-degree murder, discharging a firearm into occupied property, assault with a deadly weapon with a minor present and felony […]
Get your kids ready for back to school with the School Supply Extravaganza
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The supplies are in!. Get Floored in Myrtle Beach and other members prepared over 200 Bookbags with tons of school supplies. Face painting, bounce houses and tacos, with a possible DJ!. The School Supply Extravaganza is July 28th, at Carolina Fitness on 544; sponsored by...
Horry County Sheriff’s Office uses $79K grant on updated equipment
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — The Horry County Sheriff’s Office recently received a $79,081 grant for brand-new equipment. The sheriff’s office is planning to use the money for new fingerprint scanners, as well as ballistic shields. The new fingerprinting machine will go into the sex offender registry office. First-time offenders have to get both their finger […]
Sheriff’s office: Reports of rocks being thrown on Columbus County highways leads to two arrests
COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Several incidents involving rocks being thrown at cars traveling in Columbus County led to the arrests of two people, according to the county sheriff’s office. Per the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded on Friday, July 19, to W Strawberry Street in Chadbourn. The...
Florence Co. residents seek answers for reoccurring flooding
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Hurricane season has officially begun and heavy rainfall is impacting several communities in the Pee Dee. Minus Lane in Effingham is one of seven communities in Florence County that was washed out on county-maintained roads. Niki Williams lives on Minus Lane and said flooding...
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