City of Dillon St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Is Huge Success
The City of Dillon St. Patrick’s Day celebration was once again a huge success with one of the largest crowds to date. The weather was beautiful. Jim Quick and Coastline…
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A Traditional St. Patrick’s Day Meal: Corned Beef and Cabbage
St. Patrick’s Day began as an opportunity to honor St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who was credited with bringing Christianity to this island nation. Through the years, St….
Laurel Ridge Community College Students Work On Habitat House In Lake View
Laurel Ridge Community College (Virginia) students worked on the floor system at the very first Habitat home in Dillon County in Lake View last week. PHOTO GALLERY Photos courtesy of…
Latta Lady Vikings Defeat Johnsonville Lady Flashes
The Latta Lady Vikings defeated the Johnsonville Lady Flashes in varsity softball played in Latta on Tuesday, March 18. Latta retired Johnsonville in 1-2-3 fashion in the top of the…
Two Retiring Deputies Honored For Service With Luncheon
By Betsy Finklea Two retiring deputies, Lt. Reggie Thompson and Lt. Wayne Kirby, were recognized for their service to Dillon County at a luncheon held at the Dillon County Sheriff’s…
Several Attend Art Exhibition
By Betsy Finklea Several attended an Art Exhibition introducing Sandy Logan Art at the City of Dillon Visitor Center earlier this evening (March 11). There were various art styles on…
Chesterfield Gets Win Over Lady Wildcats
The visiting Chesterfield Lady Golden Rams returned home on Thursday, March 13, with a 14-4 win over the Dillon Lady Wildcats in the 7-inning softball game played in Dillon. In…
Registration Open For QAT Florence Pickleball Championships
Registration is open for the QAT Florence Pickleball Championships to be held on May 3-4, 2025. Format: Set Partner Pool Play + Single Elimination Bracket, Set Partner Round Robin Price:…
City of Florence to Host the 2025 NJCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championship at the Dr. Eddie Floyd Tennis Center
FLORENCE, SC – The City of Florence is thrilled to announce that the 2025 NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division I Men’s Tennis Championship will be held at the…
Dillon County Councilman Kenny Cook Asks Citizens To Do Better With Trash
Dillon County Councilman Kenny Cook is calling on Dillon County citizens to do better in regards to trash. “We are fighting a neverending battle with trash. Go to your trash…
First Eats On The Street Of The Season Held In Dillon
The first Eats On The Street for the season was held in downtown Dillon on Wednesday. Several turned out to enjoy the food trucks. This event will be held monthly…
Family of Brandon ‘Peanut’ Graves Recognize Birthday, Still Searching For Him After 15 Years
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Martha “Mott” German recognized the 39th birthday of Brandon “Peanut” Graves. Peanut has been missing for 15 years having disappeared in Sumter County on January…
A MOMENT IN HISTORY: Craig Brown Served As A Navigation Officer On A Submarine
Long before he was a Dillon County Sheriff’s deputy, Craig Brown was a navigation officer in the Navy on a submarine as the Cold War continued in 1971. Pictured along…
Dillon County Fire Station One Elects Officers
On March 4th, the 2025 officer elections were held for Dillon County Fire Station One. The officers are: Chief: Donnie Grimsley Jr. Assistant Chief: Gene Hill Captain: Jason Jackson First…
Officers Elected For Dillon County Fire Station Two
2025 Officers for Dillon County Station Two (Latta) Fire Chief- Andy Britt Asst. Chief- Chris Price Captain- Josh Jackson Lieutenant- John Bethea Lieutenant- Mason Powers
Grace Christian Crusaders Defeated Latta Vikings 13-3
The Grace Christian Crusaders defeated the Latta Vikings 13-3 in varsity baseball action played in Sanford, N.C., on Tuesday, March 11. Latta’s R. W. Berry led the Latta Vikings with…
Gracen Grainger Wins Miss Columbia Title
Meet the queens! Introducing, Miss Columbia, Gracen Grainger (from Dillon County) and Miss Capital City, Kennedi Jeter!! Next stop…. Miss South Carolina. (Photo Credit: Andrew Gergley)
Dillon County Tomato Contest Entrants Sought
It is that time again! Do you have what it takes to become the next Tomato Grower Champion? Registration for this fantastic opportunity is now open! Applications are available at…