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 Myrtle Beach, SC
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UPDATE: Baby recovering after being found alive in buried dog crate near Batesburg-Leesville wpde.com/newsletter-daily/ba…
Baby recovering after being found alive in buried dog crate near Batesburg-Leesville

Baby recovering after being found alive in buried dog crate near Batesburg-Leesville

An 11-month-old was found alive after deputies say he was buried in a dog crate for nearly 24 hours in South Carolina woods. His father faces attempted murder charges as family accounts clash and a...

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WPDE covers news, sports, weather, and local events in and around the Grand Strand, Pee Dee, and the Border Belt.

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MORNING HEADLINES⬇️ Surfside Beach hears backlash after proposal, a $90 million Margaritaville resort is moving closer to construction and a WaveGarden project update.
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READ MORE: Myrtle Beach City Council advances $90M Margaritaville resort proposal wpde.com/news/local/myrtle-b…
Myrtle Beach City Council advances $90M Margaritaville resort proposal

Myrtle Beach City Council advances $90M Margaritaville resort proposal

A proposed $90 million Margaritaville resort in Myrtle Beach is one step closer to construction after City Council approved the first of two required readings o

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Myrtle Beach City Council has approved an agreement that could change how tourism tax revenue is distributed between the city and the Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative, with a larger share potentially going toward property tax credits and tourism-related projects.
A street view in Myrtle Beach with palm trees and a yellow building. A news graphic overlay states that Myrtle Beach seeks state lawmakers' approval for tourism tax changes. The text explains revenue distribution changes involving the Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative for Advertising. The ABC 15 logo is in the top right corner.

ALT A street view in Myrtle Beach with palm trees and a yellow building. A news graphic overlay states that Myrtle Beach seeks state lawmakers' approval for tourism tax changes. The text explains revenue distribution changes involving the Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative for Advertising. The ABC 15 logo is in the top right corner.

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The proposed wholesale club was listed on the agenda for the city's Technical Review Committee meeting Thursday, Oct. 29. According to the agenda, city staff received a revised site-specific development plan for BJ's Wholesale Club.
Exterior view of a BJ's Wholesale Club building, with a large sign above the entrance. An overlay text headline mentions that the club could be coming to North Myrtle Beach based on new plans, specifically between Champions Boulevard and South Carolina Highway 90. The image includes the ABC15 logo in the corner.

ALT Exterior view of a BJ's Wholesale Club building, with a large sign above the entrance. An overlay text headline mentions that the club could be coming to North Myrtle Beach based on new plans, specifically between Champions Boulevard and South Carolina Highway 90. The image includes the ABC15 logo in the corner.

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Here's a list of chain restaurants and coffee chains that are providing discounts on Veterans Day, which is Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 To note, you may need to provide proof of service.
Poster advertising free meals and discounts on Veterans Day 2026 at chain restaurants and coffee chains in the Grand Strand, Pee Dee area. Features an image of a coastal city skyline at sunset, with the ABC15 logo at the bottom right.

ALT Poster advertising free meals and discounts on Veterans Day 2026 at chain restaurants and coffee chains in the Grand Strand, Pee Dee area. Features an image of a coastal city skyline at sunset, with the ABC15 logo at the bottom right.

The image is an advertisement listing Veterans Day offers from several businesses against a backdrop of a beach cityscape. The offers include free food and services for veterans and active-duty military from Dave & Busters, Cracker Barrel, Dunkin’ Donuts, Firehouse Subs, Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown, and IHOP. The bottom right shows the ABC15 logo. An arrow points left with the word "SWIPE.

ALT The image is an advertisement listing Veterans Day offers from several businesses against a backdrop of a beach cityscape. The offers include free food and services for veterans and active-duty military from Dave & Busters, Cracker Barrel, Dunkin’ Donuts, Firehouse Subs, Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown, and IHOP. The bottom right shows the ABC15 logo. An arrow points left with the word "SWIPE.

The image lists special offers for veterans and active duty military members at various restaurants. Offers include a complimentary lunch combo at Little Caesars, a free lunch menu item at Logan's Roadhouse, a free meal at McDonald's in Myrtle Beach, a free breakfast at Outback Steakhouse, a free medium drink at Scooter's Coffee, a free drink at Starbucks, and a 50% discount at 7Brew. The background features an American flag and the ABC15 logo is at the bottom right.

ALT The image lists special offers for veterans and active duty military members at various restaurants. Offers include a complimentary lunch combo at Little Caesars, a free lunch menu item at Logan's Roadhouse, a free meal at McDonald's in Myrtle Beach, a free breakfast at Outback Steakhouse, a free medium drink at Scooter's Coffee, a free drink at Starbucks, and a 50% discount at 7Brew. The background features an American flag and the ABC15 logo is at the bottom right.

The image features a beach and city skyline at sunset, blurred in the background. The text in the foreground reads "ABC 15" and "READ MORE AT WPDE.COM.

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With $20, you can get tickets to this Sunday's 'Chili-lympics' in Murrells Inlet, buying you all-you-can-eat chili tasting, and supporting a local organization as they work to fight the environmental impacts of waste.
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The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources released a video showcasing a process all dog owners know isn't easy. Check out the chaos behind the scenes of their K-9 Unit picture day in their blooper reel.
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Happy 251st birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps! Founded on November 10, 1775, the Corps celebrates more than two and a half centuries of service and tradition. Thank you to Marines, past and present, for your dedication.#marinecorps
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MORNING HEADLINES⬇️ Flock camera data goes public in Horry County, a new medical center in Florence and Veterans Day events across our area.
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CHECK THIS OUT: A year on Earth versus a year on other planets wpde.com/weather/abc-15-weat…
A year on earth vs. a year on other planets

A year on earth vs. a year on other planets

The Earth revolves around the sun at a rate of 365 and one-quarter days, completing a full revolution in what is called a year.

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Officials said the right lane of 501 southbound will be closed beginning overnight Thursday and reopen at 6 a.m. on Friday. Then, SCDOT said the right lane of 501 northbound will be closed beginning overnight on Friday and reopen at 6 a.m. on Saturday.
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'Simply incorrect': Prosecutors respond after Murdaugh push to dismiss murder indictments bit.ly/488AdOM
'Simply incorrect;' Prosecutors respond after Murdaugh push to dismiss murder indictments

'Simply incorrect;' Prosecutors respond after Murdaugh push to dismiss murder indictments

State prosecutors have filed a response to Alex Murdaugh's motion to dismiss the indictments brought against him in July 2022 for the murders of his wife and so

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BREAKING: The College Football Playoff (CFP) and ESPN have signed a five-year deal worth nearly $1.7 billion to expand the field to 24 teams in 2027, ESPN said Monday. bit.ly/484hLqz
BREAKING: College Football Playoff format will expand to 24 teams in 2027

BREAKING: College Football Playoff format will expand to 24 teams in 2027

The College Football Playoff (CFP) and ESPN have signed a five-year deal worth nearly $1.7 billion to expand the field to 24 teams in 2027, ESPN said Monday.

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UPDATE: Co-defendant in A'Kyri Bell case receives suspended sentence, probation wpde.com/news/local/co-defen…
Co-defendant in A'Kyri Bell case receives suspended sentence, probation

Co-defendant in A'Kyri Bell case receives suspended sentence, probation

Alexandria Thomas, the sister of Camisha McGaskey, is appearing in court Monday for sentencing after pleading guilty to unlawful conduct toward a child.

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MORNING HEADLINES⬇️ Update in the A'Kyri Bell case, Saylor Hayes update and 'Rabbit Man' statue.
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A 35-year-old Johns Island man was arrested after police say he left his 6-year-old daughter asleep in line outside a West Ashley Target while he went home to avoid losing his place for a Pokémon card release. bit.ly/4zfwSbH
Johns Island man charged after leaving daughter in line at Target for Pokémon cards

Johns Island man charged after leaving daughter in line at Target for Pokémon cards

A 35-year-old Johns Island man was arrested after police say he left his 6-year-old daughter asleep in line outside a West Ashley Target while he went home to a

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More than 50 years after returning from Vietnam to a hostile reception, Murrells Inlet veteran Charlie Turner got a homecoming filled with gratitude as his community welcomed him back from an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. bit.ly/3WX2llr
Murrells Inlet Vietnam veteran honored with long-awaited homecoming after Honor Flight

Murrells Inlet Vietnam veteran honored with long-awaited homecoming after Honor Flight

More than 50 years after returning from Vietnam to a hostile reception, Murrells Inlet veteran Charlie Turner got a homecoming filled with gratitude.

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The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office is urgently searching for an 8-year-old girl who was reported missing Sunday in the Burnt Factory community. bit.ly/4sQlrpi
Deputies search for missing 8-year-old girl in Marlboro County

Deputies search for missing 8-year-old girl in Marlboro County

The Marlboro County Sheriff’s Office is urgently searching for an 8-year-old girl who was reported missing Sunday in the Burnt Factory community.

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