The 44th annual Society of Stranders (SOS) Fall Migration is here, drawing thousands of shag fans to North Myrtle Beach to dance, connect with friends and celebrate shag culture. Although SOS hosts ...

No, this isn’t the carpet or the haircut. Shag dancing is the state dance of South Carolina and comes from the Grand Strand. Three times a year, thousands of shaggers, as they’re called, descend on ...

North Myrtle Beach, S.C. The deaths of two musicians and scores of newly reported COVID-19 cases are heightening concerns that a recent shag dancing event in North Myrtle Beach may have contributed to ...

Thirty years ago on April 10, 1984, Gov. Richard Riley signed Act No. 329 designating the shag the official dance of South Carolina. Native South Carolinians grew up hearing their parents talk about ...

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) -Whether you’re a pro on the floor or just learning the steps, there’s always room to join in. Fat Harold’s Beach Club in North Myrtle Beach isn’t just a spot to dance, it’s ...

For these brothers, it's about carrying on the tradition. This weekend is the 35th National Shag Dance Competition in North Myrtle Beach, featuring junior dancers who's ages range from 14 to 20, ...