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Coastal Carolina University President gives update on planned Highway 544 pedestrian overpass
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Coastal Carolina University has finalized an agreement with the South Carolina Department of Transportation to manage the construction of a pedestrian overpass bridge on Highway 544 at Founders Drive on Coastal’s campus. Coastal Carolina University President, James Winebrake, announced that the overpass is expected...
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Coastal Carolina president says long-sought pedestrian overpass in Conway still years away
CONWAY — Completion of a long-awaited pedestrian overpass spanning S.C. Highway 544 near the Coastal Carolina University campus is still years away, President James Winebrake said Oct. 5. But more immediate upgrades including a lowered speed limit, better signs and lighting, and a pending walker-friendly intersection are helping to address safety concerns, he added. "We're moving as quickly as we can to get short-term measures put into place," Winebrake told The Post and Courier. "We've implemented greater police patrols at that area to make sure students are crossing at appropriate crosswalks...
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Georgetown Mayor details major projects in State of the City update
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Georgetown Mayor Jay Doyle outlined a series of redevelopment and infrastructure priorities in a State of the City update released Thursday, highlighting efforts to attract jobs, improve transportation and address aging city infrastructure. Steel Mill Redevelopment. Doyle said the former Georgetown Steel property remains...
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New shuttles coming to the City of Halloween, businesses have mixed feelings
CONWAY, S.C. (WPDE) — Ghouls and goblins galore. On Thursday, the City of Conway officially morphed into the "City of Halloween." The now iconic Halloween tradition in Downtown Conway have been great for tourism with nearly half a million visitors drawn downtown to check out the haunts last year alone.
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Conway bound lanes of Highway 501 blocked after 2-vehicle crash
CAROLINA FOREST, S.C. (WBTW) — Conway-bound lanes of Highway 501 are blocked Thursday night after a two-vehicle crash in the Carolina Forest area, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. The crash happened on Highway 501 near Glenbriar Drive. HCFR said crews were dispatched at 7:42 p.m. No injuries were reported, and drivers were being asked […]
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Oak tree’s fate still a concern as DOT plans roundabout
A decade after it was first proposed for funding, a roundabout is back in the plans for the misaligned intersection of Waverly Road and Petigru Drive. And the oak tree that was the center of community opposition to the project is still standing watch on the corner. The state Department...
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Traffic, parking to change in downtown Conway during Halloween season
The Conway Police Department announced Wednesday, Sept. 30, that there would be some changes in traffic and parking starting Thursday throughout the month of October in The City of Halloween. "Coming to see the City of Halloween? Plan your parking before you arrive and give yourself extra time," a Facebook...
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Southbound Hwy 17 Bypass lanes closed after multi-vehicle crash
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Southbound lanes on Highway 17 Bypass are closed following a multi-vehicle crash at Pine Island Road and Highway 17 Bypass, according to Myrtle Beach Fire Department. Two vehicles caught fire following the crash, but the fire is now under control, according to crews on...
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Traffic, parking plan for Conway City of Halloween
CONWAY, SC (WMBF) - Here’s everything you need to know about driving to the City of Halloween. The Conway Police Department is giving drivers a heads up for traffic changes in Downtown Conway. The changes are effective Thursday through Sunday, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM throughout October. Officers...
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Commercial truck hits utility lines; lanes on East Highway 9 in Little River blocked
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A commercial vehicle that hit utility lines has blocked lanes of traffic Friday morning, according to Horry County Fire Rescue. Officials said it happened in the area of East Highway 9 and Gateway Drive in Little River, and lanes of East Highway 9 traffic are blocked.
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Loris to close Main Street for cable and light work
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Drivers in Loris should plan for a temporary road closure on Main Street as the city continues work on a resurfacing project. Officials said Main Street will be closed between Broad Street and Railroad Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. while crews hang new cable and lights over the roadway.
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North Strand road closures planned for Pink Ribbon Run, NMB Live
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - There will be road closures in North Myrtle Beach for the Pink Ribbon Run and NMB Live on Saturday. The North Myrtle Beach Police Department is advising drivers from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. through Barefoot Landing and its surrounding areas, that they should expect traffic delays due to the Pink Ribbon Run.
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With safety upgrades secured for one deadly SC highway, Conway leaders want help with another
CONWAY — With pedestrian safety enhancements coming to the S.C. Highway 544 corridor, Conway leaders are calling for similar action on another deadly stretch of road. "Now would be a good time to consider putting an overpass on (U.S. Highway) 501 also," City Councilman Larry White said Sept. 21, referring to a pedestrian bridge.
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With safety upgrades secured for one deadly SC highway, Conway leaders want help with another
CONWAY — With pedestrian safety enhancements coming to the S.C. Highway 544 corridor, Conway leaders are calling for similar action on another deadly stretch of road. "Now would be a good time to consider putting an overpass on (U.S. Highway) 501 also," City Councilman Larry White said Sept. 21, referring to a pedestrian bridge. The best Conway leaders can do is advocate for improvements since 501 is a federal highway and 544 is a state one, but local officials insist they're ready to offer their support to transportation officials if that would help accomplish the task. "I hope the city can p...