It’s Time For The Dillon County Tomato Contest!
It’s that time of the year again for the 2024 Dillon County Tomato Contest. If you are interested in being a participant in the contest, please stop by the Dillon…
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Siena College Saints Put Finishing Touches On Habitat For Humanity Home
Marion-Dillon County Habitat for Humanity has two schools that have been faithful to supporting their work throughout their 29 years as an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity. Siena College is…
DHEC and Clemson Share Information to Protect People and Animals from H5N1 Bird Flu
COLUMBIA, S.C.(April 2) — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and Clemson University are jointly sharing information with the public about actions you can take to…
Great Expectations Church Has Amazing Resurrection Sunday Service
Great Expectations Church in Dillon had an amazing Resurrection Sunday service. They are grateful for the family and friends who came to fellowship with them. The pastor is Pastor Raymond…
Buzzy Finklea Seeking Re-Election To Dillon County Council District Four Seat
T.F. “Buzzy” Finklea is seeking re-election to the Dillon County Council as the representative for Dillon County Council District Four. Finklea is a lifelong resident of Latta. He has a…
Farmhouse Skillet Is A Winner On Any Brunch Table
On lazy weekend mornings or when entertaining a crowd, it may be more fitting to serve brunch rather than breakfast or lunch. Brunch enables guests or family members to sleep…
Sweeten The Day With Peach Cobbler
Although many desserts make for a sweet ending to delicious meals, there’s something so inviting about a moist and tender cobbler to add that yum factor. Cobbler consists of a…
Dish Up Homemade Ravioli
Many styles of ethnic cuisine feature a filled dough or pasta. Wontons or dumplings are common in certain types of Asian cuisine and pierogies are enjoyed in areas of Eastern…
Jamal Campbell Selected As Man 2 Man Board Chairman
Jamal Campbell has been selected as the board chairman for Man 2 Man, a part of the South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families network. Man 2 Man provides free…
Dillon v. Latta, April 1 Game
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Alex Murdaugh Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Federal Financial Crimes
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Richard Alexander “Alex” Murdaugh, 55, of Hampton, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for 22 federal financial crimes, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank…
Roasted Vegetable Sandwich Is Perfect For Picnics
Opportunities for enjoying sunshine and fresh air abound in spring and summer. Who wants to be stuck indoors when the weather is pleasant? People engage in all sorts of activities…
Grand Opening of Sassy Southern Designs Boutique & Custom Designs Held at New Location
Sassy Southern Designs Boutique & Custom Designs held a grand opening at their new location at 108 West Main Street, Dillon. They offer t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, monogramming, embroidery, etc. They…
Grandma’s Apple Pie Is A Classic Dessert
The phrase “as American as apple pie” may lead one to believe that this classic dessert originated somewhere in the Americas. But this beloved dessert actually traces its origins to…
Several File To Run For Office
Filing closed on Monday, April 1st at noon, and several people filed to run for office in various elections. Sheriff Filing for Sheriff on the Republican ticket was Garrett Byrd,…
DHEC Encourages South Carolinians to Save Money, Resources by Reducing Thrown-away Food
COLUMBIA, S.C. — During national Food Waste Prevention Week, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is reminding residents of the everyday steps they can take at…
Mount Calvary Baptist Church Holds Easter Services
Mount Calvary Baptist Church held Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, March 31, at 7:00 a.m. After prayer, the congregation led by Choir Director Gene Tanner” sang “He Lives” and “Glory…
Open House And Grand Opening Held At Hall Of Queens
An open house and grand opening of Hall of Queens, a local beauty salon, was held on Monday afternoon at her new location, 210 West Main Street, Dillon. Visitors got…