Coastal Carolina News Staff, Author at Coastal Carolina News

County Finalizing Development Agreement for Highway 31 Southern Extension

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Horry County, SC — Horry County officials are moving toward final approval of a development agreement that would support construction of the southern extension of S.C. Highway 31, according to county records and planning documents. […]

Private Wells Begin Running Dry Across Parts of Brunswick County; Regional Risk Rising in Columbus and Horry

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Calabash, NC — As Extreme Drought conditions deepen across southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina, private well failures are beginning to surface in Brunswick County, with state groundwater data and local well contractors confirming […]

Beat the Heat: The Definitive Guide to Picking the Perfect Local Watermelon

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

As the summer sun settles over our region, the temperatures are soaring, and there is no better way to stay hydrated and refreshed than with a slice of vine-ripened, local watermelon. With July marking the […]

South Carolina Special Republican Primary; Early Voting

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Early voting available at three Horry County locations ahead of Aug. 11 primary to fill the seat formerly held by Sen. Lindsey Graham Horry County, SC — Early voting for the Special Republican Primary for U.S. […]

Columbus County Seeks Qualified Applicants For County Manager Position

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

WHITEVILLE — Columbus County is accepting applications for the position of County Manager, according to an announcement released by the county’s Human Resources Department. Officials said the position requires strong leadership, administrative experience, and a commitment to public service. The County Manager […]

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Major U.S. 17 Closure Disrupts Travel in Brunswick County

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

FINAL UPDATE: July 17, 2026 06:00 p.m. Highway 17 is open in both directions. Continue to use caution while traveling through the area, as Piedmont Natural Gas remains on scene and will be working for […]

Whitney Iesha Miller Charged With Misuse Of 911 And Assault With A Deadly Weapon

July 17, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

TABOR CITY — A Fayetteville woman was booked into the Columbus County Detention Center early Friday morning after deputies charged her with misuse of 911 communications and assault with a deadly weapon, according to official jail and incident reports. Whitney Iesha Miller, 35, of 1708 Cleghorn Circle, Hope Mills, was arrested by Columbus County deputies […]