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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 […]
North Carolina city works to improve potential impact of flooding during hurricanes
All eyes are on the coast during hurricane season and on the potential impact the storms can have inland.It doesn't take a hurricane-force storm to bring about major flooding.ABC11 Meteorologist Robert Johnson was in Whiteville, North Carolina where the city saw a big impact from a tropical storm in 2023."I've lived here all my life and nothing ever even came close," Terry Mann said.Mann is the mayor of Whiteville and described the impact of hurricanes Florence and Matthew on the city."My grandfather started the business in 1922. My father worked there and I never heard him in my lifetime...
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...
Town of Chadbourn getting new welcome signs
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Town of Chadbourn wants residents and visitors to know that big changes are coming to the Columbus County town. Among those changes, new signs welcoming people to town. According to a social media post, the town is thanking residents who came out for...
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...
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 […]
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 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 […]
School Board Signups Moving Slowly
City and county school board filings are underway, but filings have been slow in the first week of signups. County District Five incumbent Steve Long has filed for reelection. In the District One race, where Randy Coleman currently serves, no one has filed. Jackie Ray Pierce filed for the city...
Summer Reading Program with Special Guest: Horry County Museum – Writing in Homemade Ink at Socastee Library
141 SC-707 Myrtle Beach SC 29577. Please note that times and dates are subject to change, and cancellations occur. Always check ahead so you won’t be disappointed. More FREE Events and Activities at the Socastee Library. When. July 17, 2024 @ 2:00 pm-3:00 pm. Cost. FREE. What. Summer Reading...
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