Memorial Day Program Is Monday, May 27
The Memorial Day Program is Monday, May 27, at 11 a.m. at the Dillon City-County Complex at Veterans Square. The guest speaker is Army Major Rodney Bunyan, the Senior ROTC…
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American Legion Sells Poppies
Some members of the American Legion and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary sold poppies on Saturday at KJ’s IGA on West Main Street in Dillon. The donations were to be…
Local Couple Promotes ‘Poppies For America’
John and Coleen Harlow were at the Dillon Post Office this morning promoting Poppies for the American Legion Auxiliary. Thank you to the many who stopped to donate for Veterans…
Riechers and McClintock Graduate From S.C. Technical College Leadership Academy
NETC Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Derk Riechers and Research and Planning Administrator Denise McClintock graduated from the 2023-24 S.C. Technical College System Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy is…
Dillon VFW Post Visits Veterans Village
VFW NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE: On 5/21/2024, the Dillon VFW Post was at Veterans Village in Florence to visit with local Veterans at this State Veterans Home. Post members met…
Kiwanis Club Presents Scholarship
The Dillon Kiwanis Club presented Nevin Branch with a $2,500.00 Ray Wilson Memorial Scholarship on Thursday, May 23, at Dillon High School.
Missing Man Table On Display At KJ’s
“The Missing Man Table”, sometimes referred to as the “Fallen Comrade Table” reminds us of the fallen, missing, or imprisoned United States military service members, is located at KJ’s IGA…
Humane Society And Others Join Forces To Assist Citizens With Rising Costs Of Feeding Pets
Dillon Mayor Tally McColl, along with Sheriff Jamie Hamilton, Dillon County Councilman Robbie Coward, and Mary McDaniel with the Humane Society of Dillon County have joined forces to assist Dillon…
Car And Truck Show Event To Benefit Homeless And Less Fortunate Veterans
A car and truck show was held in the Roses’ parking lot on Saturday, May 25. Buster Furniss was in charge. Furniss and many volunteers including some motorcyclists from Florence…
Memorial Day In Dillon County
My Fellow Citizens Yesterday, I was speaking to someone when they stated that they can’t wait for the long weekend over the Memorial Day Holiday. Of course, my thoughts as…
Vernon ‘Bo’ Lane To Be Recognized As Distinguished Deceased Veteran At Memorial Day Service
By The Honorable James E. Lockemy Those who serve their country in time of war deserve our praise and thanks. To find someone who once served in harm’s way for…
DHEC Encourages Beachgoers To Safely Enjoy and Protect SC Beaches
COLUMBIA — May to October is a busy time for South Carolina beaches, when residents and visitors flock to the coast to enjoy one of South Carolina’s greatest and most…
Public Feedback Requested By Department Of Public Safety
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Public Safety seeks to meet and maintain the standards outlined by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). To help meet…
Lake View Softball Stats For 2024 Released
The Lake View Softball Stats for 2024 have been released. Raven Locklear ended career with 709 strikeouts and 102 wins. Raven made North/South Caws All Star Game, Team 1 All…
IN MEMORIAM: Dr. Lonnie Ray Starnes
Dr. Lonnie Ray Starnes, 84, went to be with his Lord and Savior May 24, 2024. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 27, at 2:00 PM in the Kannaday…
Fire Occurs On Oscar Drive
A fire occurred on Oscar Drive. The Dillon County News is told that everyone got out safely. (Photos by Mackie Adams)
Memorial Day Honors Those Who Lost Their Lives In Service To Our Country
Memorial Day is celebrated annually on the last Monday of May across the United States. The proximity of Memorial Day to the summer solstice has led many to view the…
Detective Troy Jones Is Sheriff Office’s ‘Top Shot’ In Spring Qualification
Sheriff Hamilton congratulates Detective Troy Jones on being the recipient of the “Top Shot” award for the Spring 2024 firearms qualification. Detective Jones had the highest qualification score of all…