Star News Myrtle Beach

10/21/2025

Big Fire
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. — A fire caused major damage to the historic Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot in Conway on Sept. 22.

The Conway Fire Department responded around 4:15 a.m. to the Highway 905 site, where the blaze grew into a three-alarm fire. Crews spent more than seven hours battling the flames with help from over 40 firefighters.

Officials estimate $250,000 in property damage and $75,000 in lost contents. The depot, owned by the Pippin family since 1995, contained antiques and family collections.

Investigators could not determine the cause but said there was no sign of human involvement.

10/19/2025

Authorities are urging anyone who used a credit or debit card at Dollar General before October 9 to contact their financial institution immediately, as customer information may have been compromised. An active investigation is underway, and anyone who has noticed suspicious activity on their account should also reach out to law enforcement. Acting quickly with your bank can help minimize the risk of financial loss.

10/19/2025

10/19/2025

Statue of slain K9 officer unveiled
MOUNT AIRY, N.C. — What began as an ordinary day on Oct. 16, 2024, turned tragic for the Mount Airy Police Department when K9 officer Draco lost his life in the line of duty. One year later, the department honored the 3-year-old German shepherd with a life-size bronze statue unveiled outside the police station on Rockford Street. The memorial ceremony drew about 60 attendees, including officers and community members, who remembered Draco’s bravery during a shootout with a double-murder suspect. Police Chief Dale Watson praised Draco as a hero who saved fellow officers by shielding them during the encounter. “Draco was a warrior and he died a warrior’s death,” Watson said. The statue now stands as a lasting tribute to the sacrifice of both two- and four-legged officers who serve and protect.

07/28/2025

05/12/2025

Cunningham

04/13/2025

Clean up