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Horry County Schools talk school safety and national search for new superintendent
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — The Horry County School Board met Monday night to talk about plans to find a new superintendent and school security. The school district said it received another bomb threat towards Carolina Forest High School Monday. Monday’s threat made the sixth threat the school has received since last Wednesday. Each time officers […]
Hatteras ferry crew recognized for January rescue
RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) -The crew of a state ferry has been recognized for their rescue that saved three lives earlier this year. The Department of Transportation recognized the crew of the M/V Hatteras who saved the lives of two men and their dog January 12. The crew was tying up the ferry when they noticed two men hanging onto an overturned boat with their dog trapped underneath.
Color the Weather: Anna Farzier
Here is the latest Color the Weather art from Anna Farzier. You can color one, too, and you may see it on the News13 morning show!. Each weekday, during News13’s morning show, WBTW will show a drawing from the Color the Weather entries. Send weather drawings to:. Color The...
The Blessing of the Inlet will celebrate its 28th anniversary
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - The Blessing of the Inlet was first started 28 years ago to create a festival filled with worship, food, fun, and fellowship. It’s highlighted by a “Blessing” ceremony, celebrating the Lord’s continued blessings in the Inlet Community. The Blessing of the...
‘You will face justice:’ Horry County police chief weighs in on string of school threats
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Three people have already been charged in connection with a string of threats against Carolina Forest High School last week, and “possibly more” could be coming as authorities continue their investigation, Horry County Police Chief Joseph Hill told News13. “I think folks really think they’re anonymous when they’re lodging these […]
Born at 1 lb. 4 oz., baby Jerry now ready to 'March for Babies' in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — March of Dimes has its “March for Babies” celebration on Saturday to fight for healthy families, as the organization said one in 10 babies are born preterm. The parents of one of those babies, Jerry Johnson Jr., are serving as a family...
World’s Strongest Man competition underway in Myrtle Beach
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - The battle for the title of the world’s strongest man is officially underway in Myrtle Beach. The four-day World’s Strongest Man Competition kicked off Wednesday at Burroughs & Chapin Pavilion Place with qualifying events and the daily fan fest. This is the second...
105-year-old man honored as last living World War II veteran in Calabash’s VFW Post
CALABASH, N.C. (WECT) -At 105 years old, you could say Leo Jarmusz has seen it all. He’s lived through our nation’s most historic moments, specifically, World War II, and he’s lived to tell the tale. “I just took life as it was. I did my job. I...
Myrtle Beach assault suspect accused of threatening to kill person before burglary
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly telling someone “I’m going to kill you, let me in,” before assaulting them, according to a Myrtle Beach police report obtained by News13. Jason Steven Bynum, 46, was charged with first-degree assault and battery and third-degree burglary. Myrtle Beach police responded Friday […]
Myrtle Beach man accused of firing weapon, damaging home and vehicle
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A Myrtle Beach man was arrested Monday after allegedly firing a weapon twice within 48 hours. The Myrtle Beach Police Department said 23-year-old Travon Morris is charged with two counts of discharging firearms into a dwelling. Police said both calls about a weapon being fired...
Plants Direct has the plants you need to get your home looking perfect for summer
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Plants Direct specializes in retail and wholesale. They are dedicated to providing customers with only the most beautiful flowers, plants, trees and shrubs. In addition to plants and garden accessories, Plants Direct Nursery also offers specialty services...
Riverside boys tennis reaches Class AAAA high school state finals, to face Myrtle Beach
Riverside boys tennis, which didn’t lose a singles or doubles match in Region 2-AAAA this season, continued its sweep through the playoff rounds and Wednesday made it to the high school state championship. The Warriors beat Greenwood 6–0 at home for the Upper State title and will play defending champ Myrtle Beach at 10 a.m. Saturday in Florence in a rematch of last year’s final. ...
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