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Florence County Fire Rescue urges precautions as high winds raise wildfire risk

FLORENCE COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Florence County Fire Rescue officials are urging people to take extra precautions before having a fire outdoors. High winds are beginning to move through the Grand Strand and Pee Dee, increasing the risk of wildfires. Anthony Fox, a spokesperson for Florence County Fire Rescue, said...

Florence County, SC · 23h
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Horry County man on dialysis renews search for living kidney donor

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - A Horry County man is renewing his search for a living kidney donor after his kidney function declined to 15 percent and he began undergoing dialysis three times a week. “That dialysis surgery was quite painful,” Chris Payne said. Payne hopes someone will become...

Horry County, SC · 3d
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Lanika Shelly Williams sworn in as Florence's newest city council member

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Four city leaders took the oath of office Tuesday night at Florence City Hall, including a new face on Florence City Council. Lanika Shelly Williams was sworn in as the city’s newest at-large council member after defeating longtime incumbent George Jebailey in June’s election.

Florence, SC · 2d
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Myrtle Beach gives final OK to Wavegarden ordinance tied to $20M city contribution

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Myrtle Beach City Council has given final approval to an ordinance that would include the future Wavegarden surf park property near Broadway at the Beach in Horry County's multi-county business park. The council approved the ordinance on second and final reading, marking another step...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 2d
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Florence attorney Hood Temple announces run for South Carolina Senate District 31 seat

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C (WPDE) — Florence attorney E. Hood Temple officially announced Tuesday that he is running for South Carolina Senate District 31, pledging to cut taxes, strengthen schools, improve infrastructure, and make families his top priority. Temple, a Republican and longtime Florence resident, made his announcement surrounded by...

Florence County, SC · 2d

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Route 3 for proposed SC-22 extension raises displacement fears at Farm at Timberlake

A proposed extension of South Carolina Highway 22 could reshape parts of the Myrtle Beach area, improving traffic flow and adding another hurricane evacuation route, but one of the options under consideration could displace families living off Highway 707. The South Carolina Department of Transportation’s SC-22 extension project began with...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 6h

Myrtle Beach Sun-News

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Wawa could be coming to Horry County-but some residents aren't happy about it

Wawa could be coming to Horry County. The Planning Commission unanimously approved Thursday plans to allow a new gas station convenience store to open in Little River – but residents aren’t happy. The request, brought by WW LLC as an agent for Baytree SC LLC, sought to amend a 3.14-acre parcel at Water Grande Boulevard and Highway 9 East for a convenience store with gas pumps and a car wash. Although the lot is currently zoned for commercial use, developers needed permission to install gas pumps at the site. The Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain has something of a cult following, particularly for its sandwiches and other fast foods. A new Horry County store would mark the first location in South Carolina. But not everyone’s pleased with Wawa’s plans. Hundreds of residents showed up at the Planning Commission meeting in opposition to the proposed convenience store. Several residents shared public comments expressing concerns that increased traffic would strain infrastructure, endanger public safety and displace wildlife. None of the comments shared as public input were supportive of the plans for a new Wawa. “That intersection is one of the highest collision intersections … I’m already taking my life in my hands trying

Horry County, SC · 5d

Myrtle Beach Sun-News

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BJ's Wholesale Club eyes a new location in Horry County. Here's what we know

A popular northeastern wholesale supermarket chain is looking to expand into North Myrtle Beach after opening its first Grand Strand location last year. BJ’s Wholesale Club submitted development plans to the City of North Myrtle Beach for a new location between Champions Boulevard and South Carolina Highway 90. The proposal comes after the company opened its first Horry County store in Myrtle Beach in February 2025. The warehouse chain uses a club system where only members shop in its stores, similar to Costco or Sam’s Club. BJ’s is based in Massachusetts and, according to its website, BJ’s has 8.5 million members across its 270 stores in 22 states. The Sun News was unable to reach the company for comment, but preliminary plans submitted to North Myrtle Beach reveal some details about the proposed location. The building would be around 106,628 square feet, including a 3,400-square-foot tire service area, with 381 parking spaces. The rendering also describes signage for a gas station.

Horry County, SC · 4d

The Post and Courier

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Horry County cuts ties with fire chief, stays silent on reason

CONWAY — Longtime Horry County Fire Rescue Chief Joseph Tanner is no longer with the agency as of Nov. 10, but officials remain silent on the circumstances surrounding his departure. HCFR spokesman Tony Casey told The Post and Courier Tuesday night that Deputy Chief Mike Norket will take over the agency amid a search for Tanner's permanent replacement. Casey declined to elaborate when asked whether Tanner was terminated. Tanner's exit came on the same day Horry County Council's public safety committee met behind closed doors for over an hour to discuss what county attorney David Jordan describ...

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Harrell introduced as Rowland interim administrator

ROWLAND — Steve Harrell was introduced as Rowland’s new interim town administrator during the town’s monthly Board of Commis

Rowland, NC · 1d

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After securing $2M for staffing and a new station, Horry fire chief suddenly leaves

Horry County Fire Rescue is facing an abrupt leadership change after Fire Chief Joseph Tanner left his position following nearly 11 years leading the department, a move county officials have not publicly explained. ABC 15’s Anthony Winn reported the news “definitely shocked a lot of people,” particularly because Tanner had...

Horry County, SC · 1d

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Bennettsville City Council approves borrowing up to $1M to address short-term cash

Bennettsville City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday night to authorize borrowing up to $1 million as the city works to address short-term cash flow challenges, cover unexpected utility maintenance expenses and complete federally funded projects, according to City Administrator William Simon Jr. The council approved the second and final reading of...

Bennettsville, SC · 15h

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A new restaurant is planned for Myrtle Beach Resort. A popular dining group is behind it.

MYRTLE BEACH – A new restaurant could be coming to Myrtle Beach Resort, and the ownership group’s dining resume runs deep on the Grand Strand. The Horry County Zoning Board of Appeals on Nov. 9 voted to approve a parking variance for the yet-to-be-named project near the resort entrance at 5905 S. Kings Highway. Tom Davis, who represented the developers, provided some hints about the proposed 7,500-square-foot facility with indoor and outdoor dining. He pointed out that the owners also operate several nearby restaurants on the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk and along the South Carolina coast. "They'v...

Myrtle Beach, SC · 2d

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Florence surgeon running for state Senate promises tax relief and accountability

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A longtime Florence surgeon and businessman running for the South Carolina Senate says he's tired of political elites controlling what happens in Columbia and believes everyday citizens deserve someone who understands their financial struggles. Dr. Mark Lawhon, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, businessman and...

South Carolina · 3d

The Robesonian

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Cox takes 4-vote lead over Edge in county commission race; Britt maintains small lead

LUMBERTON — Ray Cox now holds a four-vote lead over David Edge in the race for the District 6 seat on the Robeson County Board of Commis

Robeson County, NC · 1d

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Veterans Day Spotlight: Anthony Williams served in U.S. Army for over 20 years

Anthony Williams knows what it means to serve. A ministry assistant at The Rock Church in Conway, Williams has a servant’s heart. Williams served in the U.S. Army for over 20 years, with four tours over in Iraq. He joined the Army when he was 17 years old and...

Conway, SC · 1d

Country Herald

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South Carolina Porch Pirate Warning as Christmas Nears in Myrtle Beach, Florence

Residents are encouraged to watch doorsteps and protect holiday packages as November deliveries increase.

South Carolina · 2d

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Myrtle Beach Clears Path For $90M Margaritaville Resort, Eyes December Groundbreak

Myrtle Beach City Council gave initial approval to an agreement trading city-owned alleyways along Ocean Boulevard for land tied to a proposed $90 million Margaritaville-branded resort, pushing the oceanfront project closer to breaking ground near 17th Avenue North. The deal isn't final yet — it still needs a second council vote before anything can move forward.

Myrtle Beach, SC · 1d

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Questions remain after judge dismisses charges in Pawleys Island church case

(WPDE) — Questions remain in the Pawleys Island Community Church case after a judge dismissed charges against a registered sex offender accused of volunteering around children and the church leaders accused of allowing it. Convicted sex offender Warren Perry had been accused of volunteering at a church with a...

Pawleys Island, SC · 2d

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A Georgetown County water district is no longer adding fluoride. Dentists are worried.

GEORGETOWN — Pawleys Island dentist Nicholas Papadea received a startling letter in September. The water system serving the Waccamaw Neck was no longer adding fluoride to the water. "I was shocked," Papadea said. "As far as we're aware, not a single dentist was contacted before the choice. ... I...

Georgetown County, SC · 9h