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SC-22 routes narrowed to a few choices. It could displace scores of Horry residents

John and Katie Clairmont moved to their dream, log cabin-style home on 2 acres in Murrells Inlet six years ago. But that dream may vanish when the South Carolina Highway 22 Extension Project undergoes construction. The project, which has been in the works for nearly two decades , is in the public scoping stage where the initial 22 potential routes have been narrowed down to three. Two of which appear to run directly through the Clairmont’s home should they move forward. “I recognize the fact that Horry County is growing and needs infrastructure improvements. But that being said, they have to take into consideration the families that live in this area,” John Clairmont said. Formerly titled the Southern Evacuation Lifeline project (SELL), the highway intends to improve hurricane evacuation and traffic congestion while aiding services across the Waccamaw River. It’s currently slated to cost $1.56 billion for environmental mitigation and construction funded through Horry County’s RIDE 4 program . But the Clairmonts and other residents in the area are not convinced the project would serve the stated purpose and would increase traffic and development. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is administering a series of studies before authorizing a permit

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Historic 12th Circuit solicitor-elect Susan McGill targets case backlog, juvenile reform

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Susan McGill, the first Black woman elected solicitor of the 12th Judicial Circuit, says tackling a backlog of criminal cases and overhauling the juvenile department will be among her top priorities when she takes office in January. McGill, a Democrat, defeated Republican Ryan White...

Florence County, SC · 2d
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Horry Co. may hold SC's first Wawa, but not if Little River neighbors have their say

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A request to amend the land use status at this week's Horry County Planning Commission meeting revealed that a beloved gas station and convenience store chain may finally move into the Palmetto State: Wawa. Amid the myriad rezonings and development agreements at Thursday's Horry...

Horry County, SC · 1d
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Overnight lane closures scheduled along I-95 bridges over Great Pee Dee River

FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — Drivers who use Interstate 95 to cross the Great Pee Dee River in Florence County should prepare for overnight lane closures starting Monday as crews perform routine bridge work. The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct lane closures on the I-95 bridges over the...

Florence County, SC · 1d
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Residents had a blast at Bennettsville’s Halloween Party

BENNETTSVILLE — A spooky good time was had by all during Bennettsville’s Halloween Party Saturday, held at the Community Center from 4 until 7 p.m. Extending a nod to Halloween falling on the weekend this year, the City of Bennettsville crew decided an old fashioned, community Halloween party was long overdue.

Bennettsville, SC · 1d

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Sumter County Farm To Receive Nearly $189,000 In Federal Funding

A Sumter County farm is expected to receive nearly $189,000 in federal funding to expand its beef processing operations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that Neverdun Farms will receive a $188,925 grant to purchase new equipment, improve storage capacity and increase productivity. The investment is expected to boost the...

Sumter County, SC · 4d

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Bird flu detected in Clarendon County bald eagle

Highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has been confirmed in a bald eagle in Clarendon County, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed the detection Wednesday, Nov. 4, identifying the virus as Eurasian H5...

Clarendon County, SC · 1d

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Seventh jail employee fired as Chesterfield plans new $50M facility

A seventh employee at the Chesterfield County Jail has been fired following an inmate death over the summer.

Chesterfield County, SC · 2d

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Highway 501 lane closures scheduled for next week

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Drivers traveling along Highway 501 in Horry County can expect overnight lane closures next week as crews conduct routine maintenance and inspections on the bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. The South Carolina Department of Transportation said the right lane of Highway 501 Southbound will close overnight Thursday, Nov. 12, and […]

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Sumter volunteers pack Thanksgiving meal boxes for veterans in need

SUMTER, S.C. (WIS) - Volunteers in Sumter worked ahead of the holidays to ensure local military veterans do not go hungry. Nearly 20 Duke Energy employees partnered with nonprofit organization Hidden Wounds to assemble Thanksgiving meal boxes for military families in need. Volunteers spent two hours making holiday meal kits...

Sumter, SC · 1d

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Vincent Sheheen, goth rockers team for soaring Halloween-themed album: Upstate Beat

Current Camden, South Carolina mayor, former state congressman and state senator Vincent Sheheen has teamed up with Greenville’s Valentine Wolfe, a gothic-opera duo, to make a concept album about Halloween. The album is called “Monsters,” and credited to the Southern Gothic Opera Company. I’ll give you a...

Camden, SC · 2d

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Horry Co. booking website to be temporarily unavailable Nov. 9-13

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The J. Reuben Long Detention Center's booking website will be temporarily unavailable beginning at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, through 6 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, according to the Horry County Sheriff's Office. Officials said this is due to scheduled maintenance. Booking operations and bond...

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Georgetown County voters approve 1% sales tax referendum

GEORGETOWN, S.C. (WBTW) — Georgetown County voters approved a referendum Tuesday that will implement a 1% local option sales tax aimed at providing property tax relief. The tax, which will take effect May 1, 2027, will apply to eligible goods and services throughout the county, according to a Wednesday news release from Georgetown County officials. […]

Georgetown County, SC · 3d

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SCDOT explains delays for HWY 501 widening delay before Winter season

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. - (WPDE) — If you drive Highway 501, you’ve likely seen the construction cones that have lined the road for months. The work on the widening project began in 2024 and was originally expected to be completed this month. However, the timeline has been pushed...

Horry County, SC · 2d

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Dillon County Stands Alone In Rejecting Capital Projects Sales Tax

DILLON — Dillon County was the only county in South Carolina where voters rejected a capital-projects sales tax referendum on Nov. 3, turning down the proposed penny tax by roughly 2-to-1 while voters in six other counties approved theirs. In unofficial results with all precincts reporting, Dillon County’s referendum...

Dillon County, SC · 2d

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Proposed 800-home development in Carolina Forest gets approval from Planning Commission

CONWAY, S.C. — The Horry County Planning Commission recommended a development agreement that could bring almost 800 homes to the Carolina Forest area. During a public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 5, the planning commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a proposed planned development project off U.S. Highway 501 in Carolina Forest.

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Shelley Estates: 68-home development on Highway 90 moves forward

CONWAY, S.C. — After two deferrals of a proposed development on Highway 90, the Horry County Planning Commission approved the recommendation for a proposal that will bring about 60 new homes to a neighborhood on Highway 90. During its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5, the commission voted unanimously to...

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Horry Co. Council Asks For Public Input On Proposed Home Development

The Horry County Council is asking for the public’s input on a proposed home development. The 372-home development would be located on around 180 acres near SC-905 and Old Reaves Ferry Road. The council did not approve the development and said it would like to hear more from the community.

Horry County, SC · 3d

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A weekend of honoring our nation's heroes — and helping them find healing on the water

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Those Who Serve Foundation is preparing for its annual Salute to Our Veterans Weekend, bringing the community together to honor veterans and raise money to provide them with free boating and fishing experiences. Captain Rick Roberts and his team of volunteers are inviting...

Horry County, SC · 22h

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Kershaw County Council To Consider Zoning Changes And Landfill Contract

Kershaw County Council will meet Tuesday, November 10th, at 6 p.m. at the Government Center in Camden. Council members will consider several zoning changes, including new regulations for major and minor mining operations, restrictions on off-premises advertising signs, and provisions allowing two homes on one property during construction of a replacement residence. Council will also consider a private hangar agreement at the Kershaw County Airport.

Kershaw County, SC · 1d