The Strengthening Families Graduation was recently held at Brandi’s Banquet Hall. “The Strengthening Families Program serves families with children ages 6-11 through local partners in settings that include community centers,…
The Harold D. Wilson Memorial Scholarship was presented to Mariah Campbell and her twin brother, Zephaniah Campbell. They are the first twins to receive the scholarship. They are both graduates…
DILLON, SC – A proud Dillon native, Lucy Owens is serving her hometown community as the Pharmacist in Charge at CSC Community Pharmacy, part of CareSouth Carolina. Owens brings a…
Bond hearings were held on the suspects charged in connection with the murder of Patricia Britt of Blenheim at the Pantry West at South of the Border. Dillon County Magistrate…
By Betsy Finklea Experiencing life on the lavender farm. This is how several participants spent part of their Saturday during Agape Farm South’s first ever Herbs, Blends, and Bouquets event…
By Betsy Finklea BWTC (Bibleway Tabernacle Church) Ministries of Dillon held a Family and Friends Day and a Rainbow Tea at the City of Dillon Wellness Center this afternoon. There…
SCDNR officers want to do everything possible to make sure boaters have a fun yet safe July Fourth holiday. Courtesy boating inspections will be offered at public boat landings around…
By Frank Strait Severe Weather Liaison S.C. State Climate Office The Atlantic tropics remain mostly tranquil today. As expected, Tropical Storm Andrea lasted only about 24 hours in total; it’s…
Ja’Heem Antwan Pernell, 19, of Hamer has been charged and arrested. He is charged with Armed Robbery, Murder and Possession of a weapon during a violent crime. Aaliyah Antwan Priest,…
All suspects in the murder at Pantry West are now in custody. More charges pending. See related stories… Two People Sought For Murder, One Arrested For Accessory https://dillonnews.org/two-people-sought-for-murder-one-arrested-for-accessory/ Coroner Identifies…
Woodmen Life #120 presented a check to Robert Porter on Friday, June 27, at The Council On Aging for “Feed The Hungry Program.” This morning, breakfast was served to a…
Dillon County Coroner Donnie Grimsley said the person killed at the Pantry West at South of the Border was Patricia Britt, a 61-year-old female from the Blenheim area. She has…
This afternoon, June 26th, 2025 around 2:47 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a shooting at the Pantry West at South of the Border. Upon arrival, deputies located a…
On June 17, 2025, Diamantae Karon Currie (25 yoa) of Marion was charged with the murder of Mr. Demetrik Tywan White on November 12, 2020. The incident occurred in the…
Congratulations to Zay Robertson of Dillon High School, who signed with the University of North Carolina, in football. (Photo by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC)
By Betsy Finklea “Kids come first” in the Latta Schools. This was the message that Dillon District Three (Latta) Superintendent Stephanie Ard brought to the Floyd Dale Senior In-Crowd at…
By Betsy Finklea If you love fireworks, then you’ll love Fort Pedro. It’s mind-blowing to walk into the store and see the huge selection of fireworks available. They have all…
Brenna Miller won the 2025 QAT Florence Amateur Golf Tournament. Miller is a Dillon County resident, 2022 graduate of Latta High and currently plays golf for North Greenville University. While…