Woodmen Life Makes Donation To Union Baptist Church For Handicap Ramps
Woodmen Life donated $1,000 to Union Baptist Church for materials to build handicap ramps. Union…
Deputies Seeking Whereabouts Of Tractor Stolen From Old Hamer Road
During the early morning hours of June 1, 2026, the John Deere tractor pictured was reported stolen from the Old Hamer Road area of Dillon County. The Dillon County Sheriff’s…
Arrest Follows Shots-Fired Investigation By Dillon County Sheriff’s Office
On May 29, 2026, deputies with the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Bunker Hill Road and Corey’s Court in Dillon…
MINUTES: Latta School Board Meeting-May 12, 2026
LATTA SCHOOL BOARD Minutes May 12, 2026 (Minutes submitted are unofficial until approved at the next month’s regular monthly meeting. Trustees present were Kyle Berry, Ray George, Vanessa Harrison, Shawn…
Dillon County Jury Convicts Father of Homicide by Child Abuse in Death of Infant Son
From The Fourth Circuit Solicitor”s Office DILLON COUNTY, S.C. — Following a five-day General Sessions jury trial in Dillon County, a jury found Adrian Contreras guilty on June 1, 2026,…
Upcoming 2026 Guardian ad Litem Training Begins June 22, 2026
DILLON– May 26, 2026 – The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, invites community members to make a meaningful…
Dillon County Junior Charity League Awards Scholarships
The Dillon County Junior Charity League would like to congratulate the following seniors for earning a $3000 scholarship to the college of their choice for their amazing contributions and dedications…
Bonnoitt Elected to the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees
COLUMBIA – Rick Bonnoitt, a retired Darlington County business owner, was elected to the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees representing the 4th Judicial Circuit. He joins 19 other…
Fourth Circuit Solicitor’s Office Welcomes Senior Solicitor Lisa Collins To Dillon Office
Solicitor Burch and the 4th Circuit Solicitor’s Office welcomes Senior Solicitor Lisa Collins to our Dillon Office. A native of Lake City, South Carolina, Lisa is a graduate of the…
Main Street in Latta Being Paved
Paving of Main Street is occurring in Latta (Photo by Betsy Finklea/The Dillon County News, LLC)
100 Years Ago This Month: Historical Events from June 1926
The month of June has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in June 1926. · Ignacy…
Rainforest Falls VBS Begins At Mount Calvary Baptist Church
Rainforest Falls VBS has started at Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Dates are today, May 31 (Sunday) through June 4 (Thursday). Supper is served each evening at 6:00, and then the…
Growing Health Participants Learn All About Herbs
Participants in the Dillon County Clemson Extension Growing Health class learned all about herbs. They planted their own herb tea gardens, which included lavender, mint, and basil. They also prepared…
Woodmen Life Chapter 120 Donates To Jackson Winkeler Foundation
Woodmen Life Chapter 120 made a donation to the Jackson Winkeler Foundation. Pictured is David Longacre presenting the check to Paige Smith.
Woodmen Life Chapter 120 Presents Check To Pee Dee Coalition
Woodmen Life Chapter 120 made a donation to Pee Dee Coalition.
VFW Post 6091 Holding Food Drive
The VFW Post 6091 is holding a can food drive on June 13 at 2042 Hwy. 9 East in Dillon. You can drop off your cans at designated locations. For…
Latta Wins The 1 A Baseball State Championship
The Latta Vikings won the 1 A Baseball State Championship 3-2 Over the McBee Panthers in the third game of the series played at South Florence High School on Saturday,…
Operation Save The Day Holds Special Teacher and Staff Distribution At Dillon High School
Operation Save The Day held a special teacher and staff appreciation distribution at Dillon High School on Friday, May 29. Everyone was appreciative of being recognized in this special way…
Several People Pick Up New Skills At Agape Farm South’s Pressed Flower Kit Creation Class
Several people enjoyed the Pressed Flower Kit Creation class at Agape Farm South, the lavender farm in the Carolina section of Dillon County, last weekend. Here are some photos from…
