DILLON COUNTY’S CONNECTION TO BABE RUTH Today, April 27, is National Babe Ruth Day, but not many people realize that Dillon County has an interesting connection to Babe Ruth. Norman…
Huntington Disease Run/Walk/Bike Ride, April 25, 2026PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC
PHOTO GALLERY: Celebrate Main Street 2026 Photos by Johnnie Daniels, Betsy Finklea, and Tracy Finklea Many more pictures on Dillon County News & Beyond on Facebook
The Dillon Yellow Jessamine Garden Club planted a flowering Cherry tree at the City of Dillon Wellness Center in recognition of Arbor Day. Terry Hayes opened the event and introduced…
A MESSAGE FROM MAKAYLA WATTS: Hi everyone, April is Prevent Child Abuse America Month, and this cause is especially meaningful to me. The work being done to protect and support…
Bobby Porter fed the residents at Fairmeadow Apartments in Latta today. He said he wanted to do something for the residents and that he would be back. Councilman Brad Coward…
By Cork Hutson Long before she became a beloved companion at Highland House, our home in rural Upstate South Carolina, a small, buff and ginger-coated puppy named Willow began life…
Guests of Earl and Cindy Gleason enjoyed the 20th Annual Pork in the Fork on Saturday, April 18th. The weather was beautiful and the lovely home and yard of the…
Latta Springfest 2026 was a day of fun for everyone. There was food, fun, entertainment, and more.PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Betsy Finklea/The Dillon County News, LLC
The time is here! Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 18, when Latta will hold its annual Springfest celebration. Come and enjoy great food, handmade crafts, and delightful entertainment. There…
Smitty and The Jumpstarters are shown entertaining the crowd at Thursday Night Live at the Festival Marketplace. There were food trucks on site as well. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Betsy…
Help For Veterans, Inc. held the monthly food distribution at Hamer Church Of God on Wednesday, April 15. Thank you to all who helped with the bagging of groceries, separating…
Nikki Weatherford McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Regional Medical Center, and Guardian Ambulance ServiceJob: Medical Surgical Technician, Emergency Medical TechnicianQ. How long have you been a healthcare worker? A. I’ve been…
The Dogwood Garden Club met on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the home of Betty Jo Johnson. Nine club members were in attendance. Pictured sitting are Lois White and Linda…
LATTA — Surcie’s Market has been awarded a $10,000 grant from American Express to support restoration efforts at the historic 1912 Bank building that houses the beloved local boutique.The project…
Some of the murals around downtown Dillon are shown in the photos.PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Betsy Finklea and Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, and Tracy Finklea
By Betsy Finklea Learning about everything tomatoes, picking up gardening and nutrition/exercise tips, and sampling some great recipes were all a part of Dillon County Clemson Extension’s class on Growing…
By Betsy Finklea Nailing, painting, other construction work–not the kind of activities one would expect from a typical doctor, but that’s exactly what was happening at the Marion- Dillon County…