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November 09, 2009
Horry County firefighters to compete in world challenge
Some local firefighters are working hard to stay fit and safe on the job. A group from Horry County Fire Rescue will leave next week to compete in the world firefighter challenge in Las Vegas, NV. They’ll compete against thousands of other firefighters.
November is set aside to remember hospice patients
November is National Hospice Month.
Free H1N1 vaccine shots being given out at Horry County schools
Horry County schools began flu clinics for students this morning.
If you have a bad boss, you may have bad health
Having a bad boss could be bad for your health.
New exhibit honors the “American Soldier” in Florence
Photography exhibit pays tribute to American fighting men and women, and it opens on Veterans’ Day at Florence Civic Center.
National Dairy Council promotes chocolate milk
The National Dairy Council wants to make sure school kids not only “got milk” but “got chocolate milk.“
New study may convince more men to hit the gymn
Men who hit the gym regularly may have a lower risk of developing prostate cancer.
Coastal Carolina puts spotlight on hungry and homeless
Coastal Carolina University’s Volunteer Services Center is hosting a series of events for National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week from Saturday, Nov. 14 to Thursday, Nov. 19.
Conway Police offer free safety seat inspections
The Conway Police Department will offer free child safety seat inspections every Wednesday in November from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., by appointment.
November 08, 2009
Family from Pee Dee survives Ft. Hood shootings
Sergeant John Grimsley and his wife Teresa, both from Blenheim, were in the building where 13 people were shot and killed by an army psychiatrist in Fort hood on Thursday.
Wheel of Fortune auditions wrap up in Myrtle Beach
People from across the Myrtle Beach area had one last chance to try out to appear on the show Wheel of Fortune.
Pedestrian hit by SUV on 17 dies from his injuries
Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard said Fernando Mendoza Garcia, 24, from Mexico, died of multiple trauma a New Hanover Regional Medical Center on Friday at 9:00 a.m.
November 07, 2009
Thousands come out for Wheel of Fortune auditions in Myrtle Beach
The hit television game show Wheel of Fortune, aired during the week on WBTW, is holding auditions in Myrtle Beach this weekend and thousands of people came out to the Coastal Grand Mall on Saturday to tryout.
Wreath auction benefits downtown art and entertainment in Conway
A holiday wreath silent auction is being held in Conway this weekend.
Swampfest a big hit with children in Horry County
Swampfest, an annual festival in Horry County, helps children learn about swamps.
Veterans gather and celebrate in Conway
Veterans and their families and friends celebrated Veterans Day a in Conway.
Atlantic Beach election protests meeting postponed
A public hearing concerning protests of the Atlantic Beach town council elections scheduled for Saturday was postponed until Wednesday.
November 06, 2009
Local veterans react to Fort Hood tragedy
Local veterans react to Fort Hood tragedy
Buyer beware when shopping online for health insurance
Buyer beware when shopping online for health insurance
School district emphasizes need for H1N1 vaccine
Florence School District 1 elementary school students will be able to receive the H1N1, or swine flu, vaccine Wednesday.
Local school shows appreciation for veterans
A school pageant complete with songs, JROTC honor guards, and patriotic pride greeted a handful of local veterans in the Border Belt on a beautiful Friday morning.
November 05, 2009
McLeod Hospital prepares for Festival of Trees
McLeod Regional Medical Center is gearing up for it’s Fourth Annual Festival of Trees.
Teens talk safety with Florence leaders
West Florence High School sophomore Will Dixon said he used to think law enforcement officers weren’t really focused on helping teens.
Three Myrtle Beach City Council candidates prepare for run-off
In Myrtle Beach the three men vying for the two open council seats aren’t just sitting around. All three candidates said that they have been busier than ever with trying to prepare for the run-off that is less than two weeks away.
Three scams circulating in North Myrtle Beach
The City of North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety issued a warning today about a rash of fraud and scams in the North Myrtle Beach area. Officials said residents and visitors should be aware of three different types of scams.
Three different scams circulating in North Myrtle Beach
Three different scams circulating in North Myrtle Beach
Flu Prevention: A Count on Health Special Report
When it comes to either the seasonal flu or H1N1, experts agree that your best defense is a good offense in the form of prevention.
S.C. high court rules Sanford’s ethics probe public
South Carolina’s Supreme Court says the ethics investigation into Gov. Mark Sanford’s travel can’t be kept secret.
Challenged Atlantic Beach ballots validated at Thursday’s meeting
A public hearing was held in Atlantic Beach to validate the challenged ballots cast on Tuesday. Now, the Atlantic Beach results have been certified and the final counts are in.
Long lines at vaccine clinics expected to continue for a long time
Long lines at vaccine clinics across the nation may continue into December and January well after the peak of the flu season.
