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Wishbone's journey: foster dog battles cancer & bullet wounds, seeks help
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C (WPDE) — The Grand Strand Humane Society (GSHS) highlights Wishbone, a foster dog that has endured a cruel past. Wishbone was found in the yard of a couple that instantly took him in. The couple, already GSHS fosters, reached out to the team for help. The...
Brunswick Grave Has Columbus Ties
Tucked along the side of Highway 130 just outside Shallotte is the grave of Eliza Robinson, who was buried there in 1860. For years her gravestone was visible, until one day it no longer was. Thanks to a community effort, the gravestone has been located and is being fully restored.
‘It’s not rocket science:’ Local disability advocate takes aim at North Myrtle Beach beach tent ban
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Doctor Jim Berry is a local disability advocate whose two sons were born with spinal muscular atrophy. Last week, News13 reported on a family vacationing in North Myrtle Beach that was upset to learn that there’s no disability exception to the city’s long-standing prohibition on summer beach tents. Berry […]
New Myrtle Beach clinic uses neuroscience to fight PTSD, anxiety
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — There's a new treatment option for individuals suffering from PTSD, depression and anxiety along the Grand Strand. The center uses neuroscience and opened after the owner saw the impact treatments had on her own family. Laurie Sampollo offers NeuroStim treatments at Brain Performance Training...
Pet dog found dead with gunshot wounds in Horry Co. neighborhood
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Horry County officers are investigating after a pet dog was found dead in a neighborhood pond with two apparent gunshot wounds, according to an incident report. On Sunday, officers responded to a home on Bramblewood Lakes Drive in Conway. The complainant told officers that...
S.C. pair charged after puppy eats heroin, is revived with Narcan
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - A 7-month-old puppy in Myrtle Beach overdosed and had to be brought back with Narcan after it ate heroin allegedly left out on a table. Myrtle Beach police were called on May 27 to one of the city’s fire stations on the 2100 block of South Kings Highway for animal cruelty and neglect.
Carolina Shores commissioners approve plan for new Walmart
CAROLINA SHORES, N.C. (WECT) – The Carolina Shores Board of Commissioners on June 10 approved a Walmart set to be built along U.S. 17 West between Shingletree Road NW and north of Calabash Road NW. The plans were approved following a recommendation from the town’s planning board. The...
Section of Myrtle Beach street to close for road work
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A section of a Myrtle Beach street is set to temporarily close for road work. City officials said a stretch of Oak Street between 6th Avenue North and 7th Avenue North will close for nearly six weeks starting Tuesday. The closure is part of infrastructure work for the Arts & Innovation District.
Celebrate Dad with a gift meant just for him at Coastal Grand Mall
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - Father’s Day is almost here and Costal Grand Mall has plenty of stores inside to find that perfect gift for Dad. Whether you want to look outside the box or give give that traditional present, they have everything you need. Our friends at Coastal...
Myrtle Beach pair arrested after chihuahua eats heroin
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — A Myrtle Beach man and woman are charged after a seven-month-old chihuahua in their care overdosed after reportedly eating heroin. Shane Collins Harris and Serrena Danielle Young are charged with abandonment of animals. Young is additionally charged with manufacturing, distribution, possession of drugs. On...
Carolina Shores commissioners approve plan for new Walmart
CAROLINA SHORES, N.C. (WECT) - The Carolina Shores Board of Commissioners on June 10 approved a Walmart set to be built along U.S. 17 West between Shingletree Road NW and north of Calabash Road NW. The plans were approved following a recommendation from the town’s planning board. The nearest...
Atlantic Beach councilwoman asks judge to reconsider injunction against town leaders
ATLANTIC BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — An Atlantic Beach Councilwoman is asking a judge to reconsider her motion for a temporary injunction against Atlantic Beach and some of the town's officials after it was denied in May. In May, Councilwoman Carla Taylor filed a motion against the town for not...
Dates announced for 2025 Carolina Country Music Fest
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - Carolina Country Music Fest has set the date for a big milestone celebration. Organizers announced Sunday that the 10th annual festival will take place from June 5-8, 2025. More details about next year’s event were not immediately available. The 2024 event featured headliners Carrie...
Arnold Palmer-designed Myrtle Beach golf course set for two-year renovation project
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The Arnold Palmer-designed King’s North golf course at Myrtle Beach National is undergoing a two-year renovation that will significantly change its layout, company officials said on Monday. The first phase, expected to take four months and focus on the front nine, will close the course through Oct. 1. Highlights of […]
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