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October 03, 2008
Huggins promoted at WPDE-TV/WWMB-TV
Billy Huggins has been named president and CEO of WPDE-TV/WWMB-TV, Myrtle Beach-Florence, a division of Barrington Broadcasting Group LLC.
September 26, 2008
Analysis: Breaking down the bailout
The U.S. financial system has been mired in a credit crunch for more than a year. However, until very recently, the spillover to the real economy has been minimal. In recent weeks, uncertainty and a lack of confidence within financial markets have brought the regular flow of funds to a near standstill.
August 11, 2008
WBTW’s Hunn named ‘Anchor of the Year’
WBTW News13’s 5 and 11 p.m. weekday news anchor Martha Hunn was named “Anchor of the Year” by the S.C. Broadcasters Association.
Surfside office nabs $7 million federal prisons contract
A South Carolina company plans to create several dozen jobs in the state after winning a multi-million-dollar contract with the federal prisons system.
July 17, 2008
SPECIAL REPORT: Hybrid shoppers balance gas savings, purchase price
With the growing cost of gasoline, many consumers are turning to hybrid vehicles. News13 takes a look at how they work and if they make financial sense.
June 30, 2008
Anderson Brothers Bank to open Longs branch
Anderson Brothers Bank has received all state and Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. regulatory approvals to begin construction on a new branch in Longs.
Santee Cooper Board expands renewable program
Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors has endorsed a staff proposal and authorized the utility to contract for purchased biomass power.
June 16, 2008
McClatchy slashes hundreds of jobs at N.C., S.C. papers
Nine jobs are being eliminated at The Sun News in Myrtle Beach, approximately 3.6 percent of the news organization’s workforce.
June 08, 2008
Shrimpers hope to convince S.C. residents to buy local
South Carolina’s shrimp industry is hoping that a media campaign will encourage residents to insist on getting the local crop.
May 08, 2008
Avoid the retirement trap
Most Americans spend more time planning for vacations and holidays than planning for their retirement, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute.
April 30, 2008
Simple steps increase fuel economy
The national average for gas Wednesday is $3.61 a gallon. In North Carolina the average price is $3.60 and South Carolina is $3.48. All three are all-time highs. Drivers are looking for ways to save money.
April 28, 2008
Local computer store owner investigated and arrested
The owner of local computer stores says he's just trying to correct the problems of the former owner. People with complaints against his company say otherwise.
April 16, 2008
Car wash near Hard Rock Park is unhappy with developer
The owners of the Sandlapper Car Wash, near the old Waccamaw Pottery in Horry County, said they were looking forward to the new development surrounding their property. But now, they aren't so sure.
Merchants, officials look to Hard Rock for more tourists
With the new Market Common shopping complex and Hard Rock Park, businesses are waiting to see if they will bring in new visitors. During the peak season, nearly a half million people visit the Grand Strand. For the past few years, those numbers dropped. Match lower numbers with overdevelopment and that translates to needing a lot more visitors to fill the empty rooms.
April 11, 2008
Home improvements greet fans to Pelicans’ nest
Pelicans General Manager North Johnson said when fans come to BB&T Coastal Field, he wants you to know this is not just any park, it's a ballpark at the beach.
April 03, 2008
Market Common open for business
Today the Market Common officially opened to the public. Many people came out in the rain to check out the stores and restaurants.
April 02, 2008
13 years later, wager looks to pay off for Toffino’s
After years of waiting for the old Air Force base redevelopment, one local business can't wait for Market Common to open.
March 29, 2008
Market Common businesses prepare for grand opening
Market Common location is buzzing with businesses putting finishing touches on new locations. Many will work through the weekend to finish details on their store locations.
March 25, 2008
Trade Summit set to kickoff in Myrtle Beach
The topic of trade will take center stage beginning Tuesday in Myrtle Beach as the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce hosts it annual Canadian-American Trade Summit.
March 21, 2008
Consumers clipping coupons to stretch grocery budgets
Gas prices aren?t the only thing going up, grocery prices are also climbing.
March 18, 2008
How can you cash in on interst rate drop?
The Federal Reserve dropped interest rates again. What does that mean to you?
February 29, 2008
Eagles, Moody Blues to headline Hard Rock opening
According to a news release, the festivities will begin with a grand opening ceremony at the front entrance to the theme park, and will feature a concert performance by the Hall of Fame group The Eagles.
Hard Rock Park new home to bike fest vendors
Since the mid-90's Harley Davidson has used the Myrtle Beach Convention Center as a big vendor location, but that's about to change.
February 26, 2008
SCANPO to offer seminar in Myrtle Beach
The S.C. Association of Nonprofit Organizations is offering a seminar from 1 to 4:30 p.m. March 11 in Myrtle Beach for executive directors and board members.
February 21, 2008
I.C.E. Awards makes some businesses winners
The second annual I.C.E Awards were held Thursday night to honor businesses on the Grand Strand.
February 19, 2008
Small businesses get healthcare help from governor
Gov. Mark Sanford signed a bill Tuesday that will offer an alternative to small businesses who want to provide health insurance to their employees.
February 18, 2008
Horry County continues progress of paving dirt roads
Taxpayer money continues to fund road improvements. News 13 continues it's update on the projects.
February 13, 2008
Residents wait to learn where proposed Aynor Overpass will land
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is considering two locations. One is around the 501 and Webster Road area. The other is near Rt. 319 and St. Johns Road.
FBI warns about Valentines email virus
Be wary of Valentine emails, they may contain a virus.
February 01, 2008
More jobs coming to Conway
Raceware Manufacturing makes suits for those behind the wheel and their crews. The company hopes to add 50 jobs over the next five years.
