Happy Independence Day!
Happy Independence Day from The Dillon County News, LLC! We hope you enjoy your day. Here is a history of this special American holiday: Few summertime holidays elicit as much…
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DPH Encourages Safe Use of Fireworks During Fourth of July Weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is encouraging residents to practice critical safety precautions when handling fireworks so they can protect themselves and their children…
FEMA and HHS Announce Resources and Tips to Address Extreme Heat
FEMA and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are encouraging everyone to plan and act now to protect themselves against the dangers of heat-related illness and death….
Marion-Dillon County Habitat For Humanity Hosting Prospective Homeowner Application Meeting
Marion-Dillon County Habitat for Humanity will be hosting a Prospective Homeowner Application Meeting at the Lake View Community Center (106 Richard Temple Blvd., Lake View, SC) on July 23, 2024,…
Marion County Airport Is Flourishing Under New Leadership
Big things are coming to the Marion County Airport if Charles Taylor, Marion County’s Airport Director, has anything to do with it. Taylor, who has been the airport director since…
New Dunkin’ Opening Soon In Dillon
The new Dunkin’ will soon be opening its doors in Dillon. “Dunkin’, founded in 1950, is the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, with more than 13,200…
Join The Fun And Friendly Competition At Pickleball At The City Of Dillon Wellness Center
Pick up a paddle, grab a couple of friends, and head out to the City of Dillon Wellness Center to play one of the hottest and fastest growing sports today—pickleball….
Sign Goes Up On New DG (Dollar General) Market
The sign has gone up on the new DG (Dollar General) Market that is expected to open in late summer. The store, located on Highway 301 South, Dillon, plans to…
Marion Man Charged In Murder
On July 2, 2024, Dre’shawn Jy’rine Dorsey (age 20 of Marion, SC), Laniya Ashley Hall (age 37 of Marion, SC) and Jacorial Takyra Gregg (age 21 of Marion, SC) were…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: DCP3 2024 Ambassador Program
DCP3 2024 Ambassador Program June 28, 2024 To The Editor; “High Five!”, “A tip of the hat” to Rodney Berry, his Dillon County Economic Development team and the community stakeholders…
J.V. Martin Rehab Project Expected To Be Completed By December 31, 2024
The Dillon School Rehab Project by Rehab Builders is progressing well and should be completed by December 31, 2024, according to Project Manager Wes Bellamy and Construction Supervisor Servando Renteria….
Raney Coleman to Present Senior Voice Recital
Raney McLean Coleman, daughter of Steve and Becky Coleman, grand-daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brunson and the late Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Coleman, Jr., will be having her…
Robbery Occurs At Red Roof Inn
The City of Dillon Police Department responded on Tuesday, July 2, to shots fired at the Red Roof Inn, located at 810 Radford Boulevard in Dillon At the scene, officers…
Students In Dillon District Four Will Be Able To Get Free Breakfast And Lunch Again This Year
Dillon School District Four is participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024-2025 school year effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Section 104(a) of the Healthy,…
BBB Shares Consumer Tips To Avoid Scams Ahead of Independence Day
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (July 2, 2024) – As we approach Independence Day, the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern Carolinas (BBB) wants you to be prepared for potential scams that could…
Summer of Savings: Duke Energy Offers Ways to Lower Your Energy Use
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Warmer-than-average temperatures could hit South Carolina this summer, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration seasonal temperature outlook. But before summer temperatures soar, Duke Energy is…
CareSouth Carolina Welcomes New ROADS Provider
CareSouth is thrilled to announce the addition of Heather Johnson, MSN, FNP-C, to our team of dedicated healthcare providers. Heather brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to…
Marion County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Break-In Of Two Units at Charter Homes
On Monday afternoon, it was reported to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office that two units were broken into at Charter Homes, located at 2636 Highway 76 in Marion between the…