Celebrate six years of Grand Strand Today with us

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Grand Strand Today celebrated a major milestone with an in-studio anniversary special marking six years on air. Halley and longtime cameraman Dustin kicked off the show by reflecting on their humble beginnings with the station’s original lifestyle program, SC Weekend. Producer and reporter Dana...

A Pee Dee dance studio is on a mission to connect Latin dance with its roots

FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) - A studio in Florence teaches salsa, bachata, and Afro-Latin dance roots. Adalia Ellis teaches classes in a studio inside Florence-Darlington Technical College. “I teach salsa, bachata, kizomba, merengue, and compás,” Ellis said. “They’re not meant to just be kept in a dance studio. They’re meant to...

Mica Miller's bandmate says "I don't believe she did it to herself"

Sam Rickman played bass beside Mica Miller nearly every Sunday for years, watched her marriage to pastor John Paul "JP" Miller unravel from the inside, and was at Solid Rock church in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina when JP delivered the announcement of her death to their congregation in April 2024.

'Not just another cover band': This Myrtle Beach music series is all about originality

MYRTLE BEACH — In April 2025, a new live music series hit the Grand Strand. Through a partnership between The Chambers Law Firm and Grand Strand Brewing Company, Sundays on the Plaza brought regional and local bands to Nance Plaza in the heart of downtown Myrtle Beach, offering a departure from the predictable and adding an altogether different vibe to the city's music scene.

Zy’Kiara Waters Wins Lake View Homecoming Queen

Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC.

Data Point: Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives on Through Imagination Library

In the days after Dolly Parton’s death on August 25, more than 100 additional Columbus County children signed up for the country music star’s book program. That’s according to Gloria Parker-Barr, who has worked as the county’s support specialist for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library since 2018. She said she had never seen so many new registrations in such a short time.

‘Fandom Fest’ returns to Georgetown Library in October

GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Fandom Fest, a celebration of fandom culture, creativity and community, is returning to the Southern Georgetown Community Library in Oct. for its second year. The event invites fans of all ages from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, on Oct. 10, at the library. Organizers say the event is geared […]

Latta Defeats Andrews In Varsity Football

Latta defeated Andrews, 46-20, at their homecoming game last night. Photos by Camdyn Taylor for The Dillon County News, LLC.

RockFest isn’t dead yet. Why Myrtle Beach is reconsidering the music festival.

MYRTLE BEACH — RockFest might be rolling after all. Less than a month after city officials rejected a permit request for a new downtown music festival, organizers and city staff have negotiated a compromise that potentially could clear the way for an April 30-May 2 event at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place. "We're trying to make it work," city spokeswoman Meredith Denari told The Post and Courier. Southern Entertainment, the parent company for the popular Carolina Country Music Fest in June, originally proposed the three-day Carolina RockFest as a sister event, but last month Myrtle Beach off...

'Not just another cover band': This Myrtle Beach music series is all about originality

MYRTLE BEACH — In April 2025, a new live music series hit the Grand Strand. Through a partnership between The Chambers Law Firm and Grand Strand Brewing Company, Sundays on the Plaza brought regional and local bands to Nance Plaza in the heart of downtown Myrtle Beach, offering a departure from the predictable and adding an altogether different vibe to the city's music scene. Now in its third season, Sundays on the Plaza happens on the third Sunday of every month from 2-5 p.m. The shows are free and open to all ages. This season closes on Sept. 20 with the Barefoot Wade Band out of Ocracoke Is...

You have permission to misbehave at Color Riot

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A new creative studio called Color Riot has officially opened its doors in Myrtle Beach, inviting guests to unleash their inner artist across interactive splatter paint rooms, pour painting stations, and hands-on crafts. The venue features a dedicated party room for celebrations as well as...

Behind the scenes of Mary Poppins and what’s ahead for Long Bay Theatre

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Long Bay Theatre gave us an exclusive sneak peek at their upcoming production of Mary Poppins, showcasing the talented cast and enchanting choreography audiences can expect on stage. Beyond the performance, the team shared exciting details about the brand-new venue they are currently building to...

Francis Marion U. prepares to host first play in Black Box Theatre renamed for late professor

FLORENCE — Francis Marion University will host its first performance in the D. Keith Best Black Box Theatre since it was renamed for a late professor. The inaugural production of the play, “Dead Man’s Cell Phone,” is set for October and will be the first performance in the theater since it was renamed in honor of longtime faculty member Keith Best. Best, who served for 32 years in a variety of positions at the university, including chair of the Department of Fine Arts, died in December 2025. The theater was renamed in his honor in March 2026. Now, “Dead Man’s Cell Phone” will be the first show...

Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament Raises $51,000.00 For Helping Hands

The Methodist Men’s Golf Tournament raised $51,000.00 for Helping Hands at the City of Dillon Vivian Johnson Memorial Golf Course on Friday, September 18. Every penny that is raised goes to Helping Hands. The Methodist Men of Main Street Methodist Church pays for the golf carts, food, etc. Dr....

Florida Georgia Line to Headline Carolina Country Music Fest 2027

The Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) is already making waves for its 2027 edition, announcing Florida Georgia Line as the festival’s first headliner. The country duo of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley will return to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk for CCMF 2027, scheduled for June 10–13, 2027. The performance marks Florida Georgia Line’s first major performance together since 2022 as the duo reunites for a new run of festival appearances.

Play Golf Myrtle Beach launches official Centennial Collection merchandise celebrating 100 years of golf

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Play Golf Myrtle Beach (PGMB), the premier content platform and definitive resource for The Golf Capital of the World®, today announced the launch of its official Centennial Collection, marking the beginning of a yearlong celebration of Myrtle Beach’s golf history and the experiences that have brought generations of golfers to the Grand Strand.

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35th Annual Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art Preview

The 35th Annual Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art returns October 1st through 17th with three full weeks of world-class performances under the big tent at The Reserve Golf Club. Join host Scott Richards as he sits down with Executive Director Susan Bryant and Director of Development Sarah Hawkinson to explore what’s in store for this year’s landmark event. Beyond bringing top-tier entertainment to Georgetown County—from classic rock tributes to soulful divas—the festival directly supports local students through educational outreach and arts assistance grants funded by events like the Pawleys Island Wine & Food Gala. Learn more and get OFFICIAL tickets at PawleysMusic.com.