By Betsy Finklea The new Dillon County Station Two (Latta) Fire Truck arrived around 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16th. Excited firemen, leaders, and others in community eagerly anticipated the…
The 6-1 Pee Dee Lady Golden Eagles edged the visiting 9-8-1 Loris Lady Lions 3-1 in a non-conference varsity softball game played in Mullins on Monday, April 14. Loris took…
Contributed by Jim Kirkland March 29, 2025 There’s no better way to end Women’s History Month! The Pearls of Promise and Purpose (POPP), an official interest group of Alpha Kappa…
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering FREE…
Marion County, SC – In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s…
A one-vehicle fatal collision occurred just north of Latta on Monday, April 14th at approximately 3:43 p.m. at a home on Highway 301 beside the old House of Henry. According…
A fatal collision occurred in Dillon County on April 13th at approximately 4:37 p.m., according to Master Trooper Mitchell Ridgeway of the South Carolina Highway Patrol. The collision occurred at…
By Betsy Finklea Incoming Dillon City Council members took their oaths of office prior to the Dillon City Council meeting on Monday night. CHIP HUGGINS With many family and friends…
Jerry McCormick, a 1986 graduate of Dillon High School, was honored in a prestigious ceremony in San Diego. McCormick is the son of the late Willie and Rosie Lee McCormick…
Dr. Richard Blackaby was the guest speaker at Latta Baptist Church on Sunday, April 13, for the 10:30 a.m. morning worship service on Palm Sunday. Dr. Blackaby is the President…
Guests of Earl and Cindy Gleason enjoyed the 19th Annual Pork in the Fork on Saturday, April 12th. There was pulled pork barbecue, chicken bog, baked beans, slaw, and a…
The visiting Aynor Lady Blue Jackets defeated the Dillon Lady Wildcats 13-1 on Thursday, April 10, in Dillon. After the win, Aynor was 14-1 overall and 6-0 in AAA Region…
The Latta Vikings edged the Johnsonville Flashes 6-5 on Thursday, April 10 in varsity baseball action played in Latta. Latta is 10-7 overall and 5-2 in 1A Region 6 in…
The Lake View Wild Gators shut out the visiting Green Sea Floyds Trojans 9-0 in varsity baseball action played in Lake View on Thursday, April 10. Lake View is 10-3…
The Dillon Middle School chorus traveled to Atlanta, GA to perform at the Southern Star Music Festival. They performed two songs in front of a panel of three judges. They…
Marlboro County held a two-day rodeo event that delighted cowboys and cowgirls of all ages. This family event had 8 championship events, concessions, vendors, and entertainment. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by…
By Senator Kent Williams As the legislative session continues, we have discussed the state’s budgeting and finances. This year’s budget includes numerous components that are being carefully evaluated to determine…