A MOMENT IN HISTORY: 36 Years Ago Trooper George Radford Was Killed
Thirty-six years ago today, October 29, 1988, Trooper George Tillman Radford was shot and killed in the line of duty at the age of 41. He had served with the…
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Over 735,000 Turn Out in the First Week of Early Voting
COLUMBIA, SC (October 28, 2024) – South Carolina voters are making their voices heard in record numbers through the first week of the early voting period. So far, more than…
Specialty Crop Funding Will Help South Carolina Farmers
COLUMBIA – In August, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced $603,000 in funding awarded to South Carolina through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Through this program, the South Carolina…
DPH Confirms 2024 Season’s First Flu-related Death in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) announced Oct. 23 that the state has suffered its first influenza-associated death of the season. “Sadly, a person from…
Latta Students Attend the Day of National Concern Assembly
On October 16, students and staff from Latta Middle School and Latta High School gathered for the Day of National Concern assembly, an event dedicated to raising awareness with young…
S.C. Treasurer Curtis Loftis Reveals His Latest List of “Spooky Names” with Unclaimed Property
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Oct. 28, 2024) – Once again channeling his inner Halloween spirit, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis has a scared up another list of South Carolinians with “spooky names” that…
Miss Anna F. Thompson and Mr. Walker C. Brumble Exchange Wedding Vows
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Frank Thompson, III announce the marriage of their daughter, Anna F. Thompson of Dillon, to Walker C. Brumble of Latta, the son of Ashley Brumble and…
BBB Offers Tips to Avoid Election-Related Scams
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (October 28, 2024) – As election day is fast approaching and early voting is underway, the voices arguing for and against hot-button issues are loud and persistent….
Attorney General Alan Wilson Sends Letter To Election Commission Director About Ballot Harvesting And Election Integrity
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson sent a letter this morning to State Election Commission Director Howard Knapp reminding him of state law obligations regarding election integrity….
Flags Donated To Local Veterans Group
Woodmen Life of Dillon donated a large American flag, with stand and flag accessories, to the Dillon Veterans of the Year group for their meetings. The Veterans of the Year…
SCDOT To Implement Extended Lane Closures on SC 327 in Florence County for Road Work
Columbia, S.C. (October 24, 2024)—The South Carolina Department of Transportation will implement extended lane closures on SC 327 in Florence County between East Palmetto Street and Old Marion Highway beginning…
SCDOT Crews Reopen US 276 In Greenville County After Damages Caused By Hurricane Helene
Columbia, S.C. (October 28, 2024)—The South Carolina Department of Transportation has reopened US 276 near Caesars Head in Greenville County. The road was closed due to damage caused by Hurricane…
Sidney Easters Of Hartsville: A Passion for Accounting, A Heart For Agriculture
By Grace Newsom Growing up in Hartsville, South Carolina, Sidney Easters had been a Clemson fan her whole life. When she toured Clemson as a prospective student, she knew that…
Clemson Aims To Ease Organic Transition for South Carolina Farmers Through USDA Agreement
By Denise Attaway Juan McAllister, a personal chef from Georgia, owns his grandfather’s farm in Effingham, South Carolina. He wants to grow healthy, organic food. McAllister is considering turning the…
SCDOT Continues Temporary Lane Closures On I-95 Southbound Bridge in Dillon County for Repairs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (October 29, 2024)—The South Carolina Department of Transportation will continue single lane closures on I-95 Southbound at the 193 mile marker in Dillon County for bridge repairs. These…
FEMA Continues Recovery Efforts Following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Over $1.2 Billion in Direct Assistance to Survivors
WASHINGTON – The Biden-Harris Administration has approved more than $1.2 billion in direct assistance to Hurricanes Helene and Milton survivors. These funds help survivors with housing repairs, personal property replacement…
State Treasurer Launches New Personal Finance Lesson for Elementary Students
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Oct. 29, 2024) – State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the launch of a new personal finance lesson plan designed to engage kindergarten through second grade students across the…
Shirl Carter Named Teacher of the Week
Shirl Carter was named “Teacher of the Week” of the Dillon Middle School sponsored by Scrubby’s Car Wash of Dillon at the halftime ceremony on Friday, October 18, during the…
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