VFW Provides Collection Boxes For Tattered Flags
On 2/22 & 2/24, the Dillon VFW Post 6091 collected the worn/tattered flags from the flag boxes in Latta and Dillon respectively for a later retirement ceremony. The American flag…
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Dillon VFW Honors Peggy Todd
At its March 13th stated meeting, Dillon VFW Post 6091 thanked Mrs. Peggy Todd for her past and continuing financial support for Veterans. Both Mrs. Peggy and her now deceased…
Jim Kirkland Speaks To VFW About Habitat For Humanity
Rev. Jim Kirkland of Habitat for Humanity, Assistant Director for Marion-Dillon Counties, was the March program speaker at the Dillon VFW. Rev. Kirkland spoke about work being done locally to…
Yellow Jessamine Garden Club Meeting Focuses On Poisonous Plants
The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club monthly meeting was held on March 4th at the home of Ms. Frances Tyler. President Mary Ricks welcomed all who attended and thanked our hostess…
Former Trinity Behavioral Care Director Honored With Retirement Luncheon
Donnie Brock, the former director of Trinity Behavioral Care, was recently honored with a retirement luncheon. Senator Kent Williams presented Brock with a Senate Resolution recognizing his service. (Contributed Photos)
Punishers LEMC Black Water Holds Benefit Ride For Florence County Deputy
The Punishers LEMC Black Water benefit ride was held today today for Deputy Jason Plowden of the Florence Sheriff’s Office to provide financial assistance to him and his wife, Amy,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
Free Veterans Luncheon Planned For April 11th
The Dillon VFW Post 6091 invites all Veterans and their dependents to join us for a luncheon at the Dillon Church of God, located at 536 Radford Blvd., Dillon, SC,…
Author Presents Book On FDR’s Secretary At Theatre
The Dillon County Theatre hosted Kathryn Smith, who presented her book, “Missy LeHand Tells All” on March 6. The book is based on Marguerite A. LeHand, who worked for President…