WEATHER OUTLOOK: Dry And Summery Through Early Next Week
By Frank Strait Severe Weather Liaison S.C. State Climate Office Greetings from New Orleans! Yep, it’s was National Hurricane Conference time again this week, so I’ve been on the road…
April 18, 2025
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Russell Laffitte Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy, Wire Fraud, Bank Fraud, and Misapplying Bank Funds
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Former banker Russell Lucius Laffitte, 54, of Estill, has pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank fraud; wire fraud; bank fraud;…
Edwins Named FMU’s 2024-2025 Distinguished Professor
Dr. Jo Angela Edwins, professor of English, has been named FMU’s J. Lorin Mason Distinguished Professor for the 2024-2025 academic year. The announcement was made during an awards ceremony held…
Senator Kent Williams Speaks To The Floyd Dale Senior In-Crowd
By Betsy Finklea The Floyd Dale Senior In-Crowd was delighted to have Senator Kent Williams as their guest speaker at their March meeting. Senator Williams spoke about his life as…
Outstanding Career of Maceo Nance and Success Of Tri-County Park Celebrated At Luncheon
By Betsy Finklea The outstanding career of Maceo Nance, who recently retired from the S.C. Department of Commerce, and the success of the Tri-County Industrial Park were celebrated at a…
CareSouth Carolina Honors Dr. Helene Goldsmith with Community Partnership Award
CareSouth Carolina is proud to announce Dr. Helene Goldsmith, Executive Director of the Palmetto Center, as the recipient of its Community Partnership Award. The award recognizes individuals and organizations who…
SALUTING A VIETNAM VETERAN: Ronnie Stone
Ronnie Stone, a Vietnam veteran, joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1967, a year after he graduated from Dillon High School in 1966. He went to Parris Island for his…
April Declared ‘Donate Life’ Month In City of Dillon
April has been declared as ‘Donate Life’ month in City of Dillon. Donate Life is an organization that educate, inspire and motivate individuals to register to be an organ, eye…
Two Marlboro County Seniors to Join NETC Trailblazer Cross Country Team
Marlboro County High School Seniors Awan Martin and Brandon Bridges have recently committed to Northeastern Technical College and will be joining the NETC Trailblazer Cross Country team with competitions beginning…
Work Occurring At Train Depot Area In Dillon
Work is occurring in the train depot area in Dillon. A raised covered platform is being constructed to become handicapped compliant. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News,…
Autism Awareness and Other Disabilities Event Held
The Annual Autism Awareness & Other Disabilities Event was held on Saturday, April 12, at Outreach Family Fellowship. The event was hosted by You Are Not Alone (YANA) Special Needs…
Meeting Held On DCA’s Trees For South Carolina Grant
A group held a Tree Meeting at the City of Dillon Visitors Center on Thursday, April 17. The group consisted of Ann Huyler with the S.C. Forestry Commission, Frances Tyler…
Dillon Church of God Holds Annual Cross Walk
The Dillon Church of God Annual Cross Walk for Easter held on Good Friday. Route: Begins at the old Bi-Lo Shopping Center on Hwy. 301 South and continues on Hwy….
There’s Always Something To Do At The City of Dillon Wellness Center
There is always something to do at the City of Dillon Wellness Center whether it’s cold or hot outside. One can exercise and fellowship in the weight room, use the…
McLeod Life Reach Ambulances Unveiled During Celebration
McLeod unveiled its unified patient transport services, McLeod Life Reach, during a celebration held April 9 at McLeod Regional Medical Center. This event marks the official merging of McLeod Heart…