Ken Baker
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Louisville, KY, United States
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Police: Man stops car in middle of highway, eats Taco Bell
Responding officers said they found the man eating food from Taco Bell and smelled of alcohol. → Read More
6-year-old allowed to run full marathon
Race organizers said they justified allowing the 6-year-old to race because the family has had a pattern of racing as so-called “bandits,” or racing without paying or following the rules. → Read More
6-year-old allowed to run full marathon
Race organizers said they justified allowing the 6-year-old to race because the family has had a pattern of racing as so-called “bandits,” or racing without paying or following the rules. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Baby survives for days on top of dead mother by gnawing hands
The 2-month-old's grandmother considers it a miracle he survived so long after his mother died of an overdose. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Baby survives for days on top of dead mother by gnawing hands
The 2-month-old's grandmother considers it a miracle he survived so long after his mother died of an overdose. → Read More
Infant survives for days on top of dead mother’s body by gnawing on hand, grandmother says
29-year-old Danielle Wade was found in the Four Oaks Apartments on Oboe Drive on Aug. 18 with her son still alive. → Read More
WWII veteran escorted 1,000 miles to return to rest home in Louisville
A World War II veteran is moved halfway across the United States so that his final wishes could be honored. → Read More
60,000 people expected for 14th annual Pecan Festival
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF) -It’s that time of year again, when tens of thousands of people gather for one purpose, to go nuts. This year is the 14th annual South Carolina Pecan Festival. It began with ... → Read More
School district bringing in qualified teachers from around the w
While at a lot of local schools, overcrowding is a huge problem when it comes to students, it’s the complete opposite when it comes to teachers. Florence School District One is getting creative to ... → Read More
Save-A-Lot coming to downtown Florence summer of 2018
FLORENCE, SC (WMBF)- Summer 2018 will mean first grocery store for downtown Florence. Tim Waters, is bringing the Save-A-Lot to the North end of Dargan Street. For Waters bringing the grocery sto... → Read More
Local business gets critical items to hurricane victims in Puert
A Grand Strand connection to hurricane ravaged Puerto Rico is behind efforts to provide critical lifesaving items. The owner of ShipOnSite, is collecting everyday items many of us take for granted ... → Read More
Florence Civic Center construction running smoothly
Construction is right on schedule for the new additions to the Florence Civic Center. One of the new additions to the $15 million expansion is the 5,000-square-foot commercial kitchen. → Read More
Florence Civic Center expansion pushing new hotel construction
Business is booming in the hotel sector in Florence County, so much so that residents will notice multiple hotels going up. → Read More
$9,000,000 grant brings Magnet Program to Florence County School
LAKE CITY, SC (WMBF)- Millions of dollars are being given to a Florence County School to bring in new educational tools. Florence County School District Four is not only getting new resources, but... → Read More
Commissioner's resignation shakes up leadership for West Florenc
One of five commissioners for the West Florence Fire District has resigned. That board is responsible for managing fire tax millage and making sure funding is available for fire protection througho... → Read More
Agent gives vital tips on insurance and repairing after Irma
After Irma, many residents in the area could be dealing with property damage. Allstate Insurance Agent Richard Liles said the biggest mistake people make following any type of natural disaster, is ... → Read More
Coker College spearheads national study on STEM programs
A local university is spearheading a major study that will impact colleges across the country. It’s a $4.4 million initiative funded by the National Science Foundation. One hundred and fourteen stu... → Read More
New Florence School wows children and parents
Innovation, technology and a new building are all three things students in Florence experienced on their first day of school. Delmae Heights Elementary School is set to make its mark on education a... → Read More
McLeod Health offers back-to-school advice
With the new school year on the horizon, doctors at McLeod Health are helping to get everyone back to class on a healthy and safe note. → Read More
FMU, Hope Health in talks to bring medical services to downtown
FLORENEC, SC (WMBF) - Two forces are coming together to make a lasting impact on health and education in downtown Florence. Francis Marion University and Hope Health are in talks to bring more med... → Read More