Ian Morris

North Myrtle Beach

Executive Producer at WPDE-TV (Conway, SC)

Articles

Chanticleers rout Vanderbilt 13-3 in game 1 of regional play

May 31, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

CLEMSON, S.C. (WPDE) — The No. 3 Coastal Carolina Chanticleers dominated in their first game against No. 2 Vanderbilt Commodores in the Clemson Region of the NCAA Tournament on Friday. The story of the game was the Chants' batting. Five players had at least two RBIs. Sam Antonacci had the lone homerun for CCU. Coastal Carolina's Blake Barthol at the plate against Vanderbilt on May 31, 2024 (Brandon Dunn// WPDE) Riley Eikhoff was lights out on the mound to go along with the hot bats.
1 hospitalized after single-vehicle crash in Socastee area

May 20, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — One person was critically injured after a crash in the Socastee community on Monday. Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR) responded to the area of Stonebridge Drive and Cornerstone Lane for a crash involving a vehicle and tree. Officials said the crash involved entrapment and the vehicle overturned. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is investigating.
Hartsville man sentenced to 25 years for shooting death of longtime friend

May 17, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A Hartsville man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. Jeremiah Farmer was sentenced to 25 years for the manslaughter charge and 5 years concurrent for possessing a firearm. Solicitor Will Rogers said Farmer shot his friend, Eddie McCoy, in Hartsville on October 1, 2022. Farmer shot McCoy after an argument while attending a gathering of friends and family.
Horry County School Board appoints interim superintendent

May 15, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

The Horry County School Board appointed an interim superintendent during a special called meeting on Wednesday evening. Dr. Eddie Ingram will start in the position on July 1. Ingram retired from the Berkley County School District in 2021. He also previously served as the Darlington County Superintendent. Ingram will replace outgoing HCS superintendent Dr. Rick Maxey who announced his resignation in April, with his last day officially being June 30.
NWS confirms EF-0 tornado in Red Springs traveled 5.35 miles

May 15, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in Red Springs on Tuesday. According to the NWS, the storm had max winds of 80 mph and a max width of 40 yards. It traveled 5.35 miles. The National Weather Service said that Red Springs in Robeson County had an EF-0 tornado on Tuesday, May 15, 2024.
1 dead after shooting in Loris; Horry County Police investigating

May 13, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The Horry County Police Department (HCPD) is investigating a deadly shooting in Loris, according to Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard. Willard says Michael Smith, 64, died at his home after the shooting. ABC15 reached out to HCPD for more information, This is a developing story, stay with ABC15 for updates.
Couple travels from Ontario to volunteer for Myrtle Beach Classic

May 10, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — There are 1,500 volunteers helping make sure things run smoothly during the tournament, but perhaps no one traveled further for the event than one couple from Ontario, Canada. Jean-Ann and Harry Baranik drove 16 hours to the Grand Strand. The two come to Myrtle Beach every year, but when the tournament was officially announced, they jumped at the opportunity to participate.
Pawleys Island chef featured on 'Food Network' cooking competition show

May 8, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Tupelo Honey in the Market Common hosted a watch party for a Pawleys Island - who is taking part in a food competition show. Chef Reuben Dhanawade moved to the Grand Strand from Nashville, TN last year to escape city life and contribute to the area's culinary scene. His talents earned him a shot on the latest season of Supermarket Stakeout, where contestants work to create dishes they've purchased from customers at a nearby supermarket.
Residents vote in favor of $7 million bond referendum for Florence County school upgrades

May 7, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Residents voted in favor of a general obligation bond referendum for Florence County School District 2 (FSD2) on Tuesday according to district officials.
Controlled burn to take place over next month off Water Tower Rd in North Myrtle Beach

May 7, 2024 | wpde.com | Ian Morris

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Heads up to residents around Water Tower Road. On Tuesday, North Myrtle Beach city officials announced over the next four weeks, there will be a controlled burn being conducted off Long Branch Loop and Water Tower Road near the Hwy 31 interchange. READ MORE: Vanna White weighs in on anticipation leading up to Myrtle Beach ClassicOfficials say while smoke dispersal should be moderate, it may be visible from Hwy 22 at times.