# The Sun News - Myrtle Beach SC — Local Articles South Carolina

> Local news and sports coverage from Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. (iPhone/iPad app by The McClatchy Company.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sun-news-myrtle-beach-sc/id459841052 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The McClatchy Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/382902281)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 964 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 145 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sun-news-myrtle-beach-sc/id459841052/reviews.md

## What is The Sun News?

The Sun News local newspaper app is faster and easier to use. Read or watch daily local news coverage, investigative reporting, national headline news, crime, sports, local business, and more from Myrtle Beach, Conway, Murrells Inlet, and communities across the Grand Strand in South Carolina.

The Sun News local newspaper is your trusted source for local, daily journalism serving the Grand Strand. Our newsroom delivers reporting on local government, public safety, education, courts, business, and community issues affecting residents in Myrtle Beach and surrounding coastal communities, alongside statewide coverage and national headline news.

LOCAL NEWS
• Daily local news and stories from Myrtle Beach, Conway, Murrells Inlet, and the Grand Strand
• AI generated summaries on all articles reviewed by our newsroom
• The Sun News local newspaper opinions, editorials and columns you love
• Edition, a digital destination for the latest news, features, and insights. Like the printed newspaper, it is intended to be a complete report of the day’s news compiled by our editors overnight

LIVE VIDEO
• Watch live video of local news stories and national news coverage
• View stunning photos and videos of local news and community events

LOCAL SPORTS
• Full coverage reporting on local, pro and college sports teams
• Stay connected to your favorite teams and favorite sports writers

PERSONALIZATION
• Stay informed on the topics and articles that matter to you
• Favorite topics to get personalized feeds. • Search for news articles, videos, games and more
• Bookmark news articles to read later
• Read articles your way with full support for dark mode and light mode

Other Features
• Browse articles by category
• Share articles on Facebook, X Twitter or by email
• Comment on news articles
• Access and download previous issues of our newspaper
• Recharge and unwind with our puzzles and games

GET DAILY NEWS AND MORE WITH THE SUN NEWS LOCAL NEWSPAPER APP
Download our local newspaper app today to stay informed on local daily news, crime, sports, national headlines, and more.

Read our Privacy policy here: https://mcclatchy.com/privacy-policy 
Read our Terms of Service here: https://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/customer-service/terms-of-service/text-only/ 
For California Residents: To learn more about managing your sharing preferences and Do Not Sell My Info rights visit https://www.mcclatchy.com/ccpa-pp

## Key features

- Daily local news coverage
- AI-generated article summaries
- Live video news streams
- Personalized news feeds
- Local sports reporting
- Digital newspaper editions
- Puzzles and games

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $159.99 | per year |
| Montly Subscription | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of The Sun News?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ⭐ Great local news source
- 📰 Excellent for keeping up with local issues
- 🔍 Helpful for vacation info

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🔒 Requires login/subscription to access content
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Intrusive ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Page loading problems
- Inability to access print edition

**Most requested features**

- Search functionality
- Full-screen mode
- Ability to save/bookmark articles
- Improved navigation and user experience

## Recent user reviews (10 of 42)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-sun-news-myrtle-beach-sc/id459841052/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This app needs work

*2026-02-23, version 10.4.0*

Consistently have issues with this app. Today I can't login at all on either my iPhone or iPad. Time to cancel my subscription I guess.

### 1/5 — Pure garbage

*2025-12-26, version 10.4.0*

Great place to read yesterday’s news tomorrow

### 2/5 — Could use some improvements

*2022-08-19, version 9.1.6*

The latest update does not respond well to touch in the e edition, to move the page up, you usually have to start down first, it often does not respond to pinches or spreads to shrink or enlarge, the app does not remember what page you were on when you restart, if you enlarge the page it often gets fuzzy

### 1/5 — Horrible. Horrible. Horrible.

*2021-12-06, version 9.1.5*

The worst.

### 2/5 — Used to Work

*2021-11-06, version 9.1.3*

Takes forever to load, now doesn’t even open

### 1/5 — Horrible customer service!

*2021-05-11, version 8.1.0*

I signed up for one year of the e-edition through the App Store. Not only was I not able to access the paper online, but customer service on line and via phone told me they had no record of such a transaction (I have a receipt) and were unwilling to help me. Awful company since they’ve been bought out…

### 1/5 — Criticism

*2020-08-02, version 7.9.0*

I agree. No reply to submitting a news tip!!

### 1/5 — Print view won’t open in Safari browser

*2020-04-24, version 7.7.0*

Print view won’t open in Safari browser. Stopped working a few days ago.

### 1/5 — No reason for the change!

*2020-04-16, version 7.6.0*

I have been reading myrtle beach online for years. When it was provided thru digital olive it was perfect. Ever since you switched to McClatchy, it has been awful. Print is most times too blurry to read. I have tried the apps and logging in directly online and there is no change! Thank you so much for dumbing down!

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2020-02-25, version 7.6.0*

A high school run newspaper website could outshine this

## Frequently asked questions about The Sun News

### What kind of news does The Sun News app provide?

The app offers daily local news coverage from Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, including investigative reporting, national headlines, crime, sports, and local business news. It also provides opinions, editorials, and columns from The Sun News.

### Can I watch videos or view photos on the app?

Yes, you can watch live video of local and national news stories. The app also features stunning photos and videos of local news and community events.

### Is The Sun News app free to download and use?

The app is free to download. While the description doesn't explicitly detail pricing for all content, it mentions in-app purchases, suggesting some content or features may require payment.

### What personalization options are available?

You can personalize your news experience by favoring topics to receive personalized feeds. The app also allows you to search for articles, bookmark them to read later, and choose between dark and light modes for reading.

### What are the main benefits of using this app?

The app provides a faster and easier way to access local news, watch live video, and stay informed about sports and community events. AI-generated summaries and personalization features enhance the user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 11.1.17 — 2026-08-13

• Support for blockquotes on articles
• Adds support for article list HTML links 
• Push notification permission request delayed to News tab
• Other minor bug fixes and performance improvements

### 11.1.15 — 2026-07-08

Adds support for Edition banner ads

### 11.1.13 — 2026-06-17

• Video enhancements including support as lead media on article pages and vertical video display
• Enabled app store rating prompts
• Support for iOS 26
• Improved Welcome screen (optimized copy and new image)
• Improved support for BeOp poll embeds
• Improved support for inline vertical images
• Updated article byline to remove the word “to”
• Added publication nameplate to Edition front pages
• Updated ‘Manage Subscription’ button in account settings to read ‘Manage In-App Purchases’
• Other bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 11.1.1 — 2026-02-24

We designed this app with you in mind — making it easier than ever to read, explore and stay connected every day.
What’s new:
• Fresh new look: A complete redesign with a clean, modern feel.
• For You Page: A personalized feed that brings the topics you love most straight to the top.
• Key Takeaways: Article summaries to help you catch the most important points at a glance.
• Dark mode: Easy on the eyes, day or night.

### 10.4.0 — 2025-10-30

This hotfix release addresses edge cases where malformed HTML inputs in Edition could cause the app to crash.

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