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From WMBF, Post and Courier and 8 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WMBF4 hours ago
Road closures for storm drain project continue along Ocean Boulevard, on WMBFThe road closures continue while crews work on pump station and storm drain project in Myrtle Beach.
Post and Courier5 hours ago
Myrtle Beach unveils $21,000 anthropomorphic rabbit sculpture as public art portfolio grows, on Post and CourierGallery 320 Director Connie Huddle encourages visitors to create their own narrative as they ponder "Rabbit Man's" existence.
Also reported byWPDE
Myrtle Beach News8 hours ago
Horry County Voters in 2026: How the Midterm Stacked Up Against 2022 and 2024, on Myrtle Beach NewsExplore how Horry County Voters in 2026 compare to previous elections, analyzing the impact of the midterms against 2022 and 2024.
WBTW8 hours ago
A dry and mild weekend ahead, on WBTWMYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW)– Morning temperatures are in the 50s, by the afternoon we warm into the upper 60s to low 70s. Unlike Friday we are dry today with mostly sunny skies. A light north breeze will last us into the evening hours. Increasing clouds tonight with lows in the upper 30s and lower 40s.
Post and Courier11 hours ago
South Carolina spent $1.5M on a New York City takeover. Here’s how it paid off., on Post and CourierTimes Square became an ad showcasing what South Carolina has to offer for visitors. The state spent nearly $1.5 million on the campaign and here’s what the return was.
Post and Courier12 hours ago
Football teams advance to second round, on Post and CourierAs the saying goes, “Two out Three Ain’t Bad.”
WMBF16 hours ago
Socastee at Gray Collegiate, on WMBFHigh School football kicks off week 12 and the first round of playoffs. We are bringing you highlights from the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.
WMBF16 hours ago
Waccamaw at Marlboro County, on WMBFHigh School football kicks off week 12 and the first round of playoffs. We are bringing you highlights from the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.
WBTW16 hours ago
MAY RIVER AT CONWAY, on WBTWMyHorryNews.com16 hours ago
Conway rolls over May River for long-awaited playoff victory, on MyHorryNews.comJody Jenerette walked off the field at Conway High School Friday night doused with Gatorade.
MyHorryNews.com16 hours ago
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: Horry County high school football Postseason Round 1 scores, on MyHorryNews.comHere are the Horry County high school football scores from the first week of the playoffs of the 2026 season.
WPDE18 hours ago
Week 11 Endzone High School Football Scoreboard, on WPDEThe first round of the SCHSA Playoffs is complete! Here's how our local teams faired.DARLINGTON:LORIS:FINAL---------------------------------MAY RIVER:CONWAY:FIN
WMBF18 hours ago
Myrtle Beach woman credits golf for longevity during 105th birthday, on WMBFA Myrtle Beach woman gathered with friends and family to celebrate her 105 years of life.
MyHorryNews.com22 hours ago
CCU can become relevant in Sun Belt with win over Old Dominion, on MyHorryNews.comThe Chants have won two of their last three games and can improve to 3-2 in the Sun Belt Conference's East Division with a win over the struggling Monarchs.
WPDE23 hours ago
SCDOT to close lanes overnight on US 501 bridge for maintenance, inspections, on WPDEDrivers who use U.S. 501 over the Intracoastal Waterway should plan for overnight lane closures starting Thursday, Nov. 12, as the South Carolina Department of
WMBF23 hours ago
Detained person released following Ripley’s Aquarium evacuation in Myrtle Beach, on WMBFA person was released after accusations of making false claims at a Myrtle Beach aquarium.
WMBFYesterday
“Is She OK?” Police Tell Myrtle Beach Man His Missing Girlfriend Is Dead, on WMBFIn a Sept. 29, 2024 audio recording, police tell a Myrtle Beach man that the missing person they had been searching for was dead—and that he was being charged.
WMBFYesterday
FIRST ALERT |Fall weather settles in for the weekend, on WMBFAs a cold front pushes off shore this evening, cooler conditions settle in for the weekend and week to come.
WMBFYesterday
Extra Point Scoreboard: Week 12, on WMBFHigh School football kicks off week 12 and the first round of playoffs. We are bringing you highlights from the Grand Strand and Pee Dee.
WBTWYesterday
The Blitz – Playoff Edition Week 1, on WBTWCOLUMBIA, SC (WBTW) – The high school football playoffs begin on Friday across the region. It’s now win or go home for all our schools. Below are the first round matchups with the bottom team being the home team. SCHSL Class 5A first round: (10) Socastee(7) Gray Collegiate SCHSL Class 4A first round: (9) Dreher(8)
WMBFYesterday
1 hurt after crash in Conway, on WMBFOne person was hurt after a crash in Conway on Friday.
WBTWYesterday
Highway 501 lane closures scheduled for next week, on WBTWHORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Drivers traveling along Highway 501 in Horry County can expect overnight lane closures next week as crews conduct routine maintenance and inspections on the bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. The South Carolina Department of Transportation said the right lane of Highway 501 Southbound will close overnight Thursday, Nov. 12, and
Myrtle Beach Sun NewsYesterday
4 Horry police chases end in a fatality. What policies say about high speed pursuits, on Myrtle Beach Sun NewsA Conway man died this week after he attempted to evade Horry County police. This is not the first time in 2026 a fatality from a police chase has happened.
WFXBYesterday
Former Myrtle Beach Police Detective Pleads Guilty To Lesser Charge, on WFXBDuring the confrontation, 46-year-old Michael DeBiase drew and pointed his department-issued handgun at the patrolman.
Also reported byWPDE
WMBFYesterday
Exhibits, events and more at the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum, on WMBFWe visited the North Myrtle Beach Area Historical Museum to explore exhibits that bring local history to life.
WPDEYesterday
VOTE: City of Myrtle Beach set to unveil 'Rabbit Man' statue, on WPDEThe statue was $21,000 and said $4,959 of the Public Art Fund was used for installation, which includes pavers around the statue, according to Meredith Denari w
Myrtle Beach NewsYesterday
White Tract Will Be Permanently Protected — and Why the Grand Strand Should Pay Attention, on Myrtle Beach NewsDiscover why the protection of White Tract is crucial for the Grand Strand community and what it means for Myrtle Beach's future. White Tract
WBTWYesterday
South Carolina VA partners with food banks to host 5th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, on WBTWMYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs is partnering up with Harvest Hope Food Bank and Lowcountry Food Bank to host their 5th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. The organizations are coming together for the community-driven initiative designed to support veterans and their families in need during the holiday season and
Myrtle Beach NewsYesterday
SC-22 Extension Routes Are Narrowing. Scores of Horry County Homes Could Be in the Path., on Myrtle Beach NewsLearn how the narrowing of SC-22 Extension Routes may impact scores of Horry County homes in this latest Myrtle Beach News update.
MyHorryNews.comYesterday
Shelley Estates: 68-home development on Highway 90 moves forward, on MyHorryNews.comAfter two deferrals of a proposed development on Highway 90, the Horry County Planning Commission approved the recommendation for a proposal that will bring about 60 new homes to a neighborhood on Highway 90. During its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5, the commission voted unanimously to arrive a texting request to change a 65-acre track of land from SF 20 and CFA to a Planned Development District (PDD) that will feature 29 single family homes, nine cottages and 30 townhomes. The proposed neighborhood called Shelley Estates is located adjacent to the Wild Horse subdivision near the intersection wi
WFXBYesterday
WonderWorks Myrtle Beach Goes All Out for National STEM Day, on WFXBWonderWorks is leading the charge of observing National STEM Day on November 8, 2026. There will be exciting live events that will help guests dive into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Visitors can catch special hands-on experiments and even get the opportunity to chat with a local celebrity. Locals can also score a discounted ticket for...
WPDEYesterday
Horry Co. may hold SC's first Wawa, but not if Little River neighbors have their say, on WPDEA request to rezone a piece of land at this week's Horry County Planning Commission revealed a beloved gas station and convenience store chain may finally move
Also reported byPost and Courier
The StateYesterday
SC-22 routes narrowed to a few choices. It could displace scores of Horry residents, on The StateThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has narrowed the South Carolina Highway 22 Extension Project to three reasonable alternatives. Here’s where they are located.
WBTWYesterday
Color the Weather: Waverly Fennel, on WBTWHere is the latest Color the Weather from Waverly Fennel. 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 Weatherc/o WBTW News13101 McDonald CourtMyrtle Beach, SC
WBTWYesterday
Color the Weather: My’eria, on WBTWHere is the latest Color the Weather from My’eria. 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 Weatherc/o WBTW News13101 McDonald CourtMyrtle Beach, SC 29588
WMBFYesterday
“She Just Went Missing”: What a Myrtle Beach Man Told Police, on WMBFIn a June 12, 2022 body-camera recording, a Myrtle Beach man told police his girlfriend came to collect belongings with a man he believed was her brother.
WMBFYesterday
Gavin Adcock joins CCMF 2027 lineup, on WMBFCarolina Country Music Fest 2027 has revealed a sixth headliner.
Myrtle Beach Sun NewsYesterday
Looking for an affordable nonstop flight? Here are some options in Myrtle Beach, on Myrtle Beach Sun NewsFlights have started to become even more expensive in 2026. Here’s how you can fly non-stop to and from Myrtle Beach International Airport at a lower rate.
WPDEYesterday
Horry Co. booking website to be temporarily unavailable Nov. 9-13, on WPDETheJ. Reuben Long Detention Center's booking website will betemporarily unavailable beginning at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, through 6 a.m. Friday, November 13J. R
Charleston Business MagazineYesterday
PNC Bank Expands Branch Buildout Across Southeast, on Charleston Business MagazinePNC Bank has announced it will broaden its branch expansion to more than 370 total new locations by 2031, including more than 70 branches already opened since announcing its original expansion strategy. The additional branches will strengthen...
In brief
The short notes of 5AM Socastee’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
SC-22 ExtensionMyrtle Beach News reports the Army Corps of Engineers has trimmed 22 possible routes to 14 and will hold drop-in meetings Nov.
Myrtle Beach News reports the Army Corps of Engineers has trimmed 22 possible routes to 14 and will hold drop-in meetings Nov. 17–19, with three finalists targeted by 2028. The State reports two routes appear to run through the Murrells Inlet home of John and Katie Clairmont.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Myrtle Beach News, The State
U.S. 501 bridgeIf you cross the Intracoastal Waterway on U.S.
If you cross the Intracoastal Waterway on U.S. 501, plan for overnight lane closures for routine maintenance and inspections. The right lane southbound closes overnight Thursday, Nov. 12, and reopens by 6 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. WPDE reports the northbound right lane closes overnight Friday and reopens at 6 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14.
Little River WawaDevelopers of a Little River gas station told the Planning Commission Thursday the applicant is Wawa.
Developers of a Little River gas station told the Planning Commission Thursday the applicant is Wawa. They need amended zoning to permit subterranean fuel storage tanks.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WPDE
ChanticleersCoastal Carolina (3-5) hosts Old Dominion at 1 p.m.
Coastal Carolina (3-5) hosts Old Dominion at 1 p.m. Saturday at Brooks Stadium. The Chants haven't won back-to-back games under first-year head coach Ryan Beard.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: MyHorryNews.com
School vapesHorry County Schools confiscated 45 THC vapes and 166 tobacco or alternative vaping items in October.
Horry County Schools confiscated 45 THC vapes and 166 tobacco or alternative vaping items in October. Vaping remains the leading cause of student disciplinary action across the district.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WBTW
HarborTraceHarborTrace, a proposed 2,000-home development on 1,426 acres off Highway 707 next to St.
HarborTrace, a proposed 2,000-home development on 1,426 acres off Highway 707 next to St. James High School, heads to the Horry County Planning Commission in December. It would include 1,529 single-family homes, 471 townhomes, commercial space and conservation areas.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: MyHorryNews.com
Highway 501The Highway 501 widening, which began in fall 2024, has been pushed back to next year from a Nov.
The Highway 501 widening, which began in fall 2024, has been pushed back to next year from a Nov. 30, 2026 finish. Construction could soon pause for the winter.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WPDE
PlayoffsEight of the ten Horry County SCHSL teams made the playoffs.
Eight of the ten Horry County SCHSL teams made the playoffs. Class 4A's Myrtle Beach and St. James missed out under the new format, where only the top two region placers get automatic bids.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: MyHorryNews.com
ConwayConway hosts May River in the first round of the 4A playoffs Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Conway hosts May River in the first round of the 4A playoffs Friday at 7:30 p.m. It's the Tigers' first home playoff game since 2017, and running back Gabe Williams has run for close to 1800 yards this season.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WBTW
Market CommonOcean Blue Prime Steak House holds its grand opening Mon., Nov.
Ocean Blue Prime Steak House holds its grand opening Mon., Nov. 9 in The Market Common, in the Deville Street storefront that was home to Crepe Creation Cafe. It's the second concept on the block from the operators of Travinia Italian Kitchen.
News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Myrtle Beach News