Mrs. Betty Mincey Celebrates 99th Birthday
99th BIRTHDAY Mrs. Betty Mincey gives her words of wisdom at a gathering in honor…
Latta Wins 80-54 Win Over Branchville
The Latta Vikings advanced to the next round of the playoffs with an 80-54 win over Branchville on Saturday, February 21. Latta led 20-10 over Branchville after the first quarter…
IN MEMORIAM: The Honorable Philip “Phil” Hayes, Jr.
The Honorable Harrison Philip “Phil” Hayes, Jr. of Florence, South Carolina entered into Heaven February 21, 2026. Phil was the beloved nephew of his only paternal Aunt, the late Miss…
Mrs. Betty Mincey Celebrates 99th Birthday
99th BIRTHDAY Mrs. Betty Mincey gives her words of wisdom at a gathering in honor of her birthday. This is a family tradition on everyone’s birthday. Mrs. Mincey’s 99th birthday…
First Baptist Church of Lake View Celebrates Rev. Lyn Anderson’s 90th Birthday
By Betsy Finklea First Baptist Church of Lake View celebrated a very special occasion at this morning’s service—Rev. Lyn Anderson’s 90th birthday. Shortly after the service began, Rev. Anderson’s birthday…
Marion County Airport Holds Fly In
The Marion County Airport held a Fly In on Sunday, February 22, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Fly In scheduled for last Sunday was canceled due to forecasted inclement weather….
Dillon And Orangeburg-Wilkinson Stats Given
Dillon 69; Orangeburg-Wilkinson 53 Dillon’s Khw-Nylahi McKinnon led all scorers with 27 points. She had seven two-point baskets, two 3-point baskets, and 7 free throws. Treasure Davis connected for 24…
Dillon Girls Advance With 69-53 Win Over Orangeburg-Wilkinson
The Dillon Lady Wildcats advanced to the third round of the playoffs with a 69-53 win over the Orangeburg-Wilkinson Lady Bruinettes on Saturday, February 20, in Dillon. Orangeburg-Wilkinson controlled the…
PHOTO GALLERY: SOBMX Southeast Area Qualifier
SOBMX Southeast Area Qualifier (Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC)
Latta Comes From Behind To Edge Lake View 45-42
The Latta Lady Vikings came from behind to edge the Lake View Lady Wild Gators 45-42 in the waning moments of the varsity basketball playoff game held in Latta on…
Congressman Russell Fry Speaks At Dillon Kiwanis Meeting
Congressman Russell Fry was the guest speaker at the Dillon Kiwanis meeting on Thursday night. Darryl “Peanut” Miller introduced the congressman. The following is his introduction. Congressman Russell Fry is…
Veteran Law Enforcement Officer Cassandra Dollard Acquitted
Georgetown, South Carolina February 20, 2026 A jury today returned a verdict of Not Guilty in the case of State v. Cassandra Dollard, bringing to a close a case that…
Three People Grazed By Bullet On West Earl Street In Dillon
Three people were grazed by bullet(s) on West Earl Street in Dillon on Thursday night, according to Dillon Police Chief Monroe Herring. Herring said it appears to have ricocheted. He…
Man Who Nearly Hits Patrol Vehicle Arrested On Drug Charges
On the night 02/09/2026, CPL. R.J Carroll made a traffic stop on Oscar Dr. in the Oakland Community of Dillon County due to the suspect Emmanuel Broddy nearly hitting his…
Dillon County Station Four With Mutual Aid From Station One Fight Structure Fire
DCFD station 4 with mutal aid from DCFD 1 responded to a structure fire on Smitty La this afternoon. Engine41 arrived to find a 25’x30’ unattached garage (barn) fully involved….
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Holds Monthly Potluck
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church held their monthly church potluck prior to their church service. It was great food and a great time. (Photos by Chris Jackson)
Latta Lady Vikings To Host Lake View Wild Gators
The Latta Lady Vikings will host the Lake View Lady Wild Gators in varsity basketball action on Friday, February 20, at 6:00 p.m. Latta is 18-4 overall and 11-1 in…
A Group Making History
Three counties. Three firsts. One legacy of leadership. Dillon, Marlboro, and Hampton making history with their first African American elected Clerks of Court. Pictured are Dillon County Clerk of Court…
