4-H Scarecrow Contest Winners Announced
By Elizabeth Snipes Last week, we wrapped up our 5th Annual 4-H Scarecrow Decorating Contest. We had nine businesses and schools participate in the contest this year. Each year, we…
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‘Take A Step In Their Shoes’ Invites Public On Journey Into Lives Of Domestic Violence Victims
The Pee Dee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Assault held a meeting, “Take A Step In Their Shoes”, at the City of Dillon Wellness Center in the Multi Purpose Room…
Propagating Plants Is The Topic Of The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club Meeting
The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club held its October 1st meeting at the home of President Mary Ricks. She opened the meeting by introducing a new member and visitor to active…
Listen, Learn, Preserve, and Celebrate: Town of Latta and Latimer Historic School Committee Awarded Planning Grant From SC Humanities
The Town of Latta and the Latimer Historic School Committee have been awarded a planning grant from SC Humanities to undertake a significant mission: to gather and safeguard historical information…
Paint And Learn Party Promotes Fun And Creativity As Well As Important Information On Domestic Violence
Several people attended the free Paint and Learn Party held by Pee Dee Coalition and Agape Creations and Designs at West Hall in Dillon on Saturday afternoon. There was fun,…
Help For Veterans Health Fair Is Huge Success
The Help For Veterans Health Fair was a huge success. It was the largest health fair in the seven years of the event. There were numerous vendors and participants. PHOTO…
$75,000 Check Presented To Lake View For Town Beautification
Senator Kent Williams and Representative Jackie Hayes presented the Town of Lake View with $75,000.00 of Community Interest Money on Wednesday, October 16. Senator Kent Williams stated “Congrats to Lake…
Dillon Garden Club Does Fall Clean-Up At 14th Avenue and Madison Street Park
Dillon Garden Club doing fall clean up and planting bulbs at the garden on 14th Ave. and Madison Street.
Dillon County Theatre Presents Francis Marion University Ensembles and Soloists in Concert
The Dillon County Theatre will open its 2024-2025 season on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. with Francis Marion University Ensembles and Soloists in Concert, under the direction of…
Dillon County Chamber Of Commerce Holds Golf Tournament
The Dillon County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament was held today, Friday, October 11, at the City of Dillon Vivian Johnson Memorial Golf Course today. Golfers enjoyed lunch in Twin…
Trunk-Or-Treat Held At City Sports Complex
A Trunk or Treat was held at the City of Dillon Sports Complex on Thursday, October 10. This event was held by local citizens and businesses. Hundreds of people turned…
National Night Out Is Big Success
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Hosted by the City of Dillon Police Department and the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office October 8, 2024 Several law enforcement agencies, local businesses, and organizations were part…
Girl Scout Campout Attracting Attention In Latta
A Girl Scout Campout in downtown Latta. What a cute and informational way to promote Girl Scouts! (Photos by Betsy Finklea/The Dillon County News, LLC)
Alpheus Victor and Martha Cooper Bethea Farmstead Listed On National Register of Historic Places
The Alpheus Victor and Martha Cooper Bethea Farmstead in Dillon County was recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The farmstead is locally significant as a highly intact…
Dillon County To Be One Of 46 Counties Represented At The State Fair
Dillon County will be one of 46 counties in South Carolina represented at the South Carolina State Fair. Pictured is Johnnie Luehrs, Justin Foxworth, and David Longacre preparing the historical…
Latimer School Unveiling Ceremony Of National Register Historic Plaque (with video and photos)
By Betsy Finklea The unveiling ceremony of the National Register Historic Plaque for the historic Latimer High and Elementary School was held today (Friday morning, October 4th) on the lawn…
Dillon County Collecting Hurricane Helene Donations
HURRICANE HELENE DONATION SUPPORT Many areas of the Southeast United States have been devastated by Hurricane Helene. Dillon County has teamed up with the Main Street United Methodist Men to…
Dillon County Clemson Extension Office To Serve As Drop-Off Point For Hurricane Helene Donations
The Dillon County Clemson Extension Office will serve as a donation drop-off site today through Friday for any donation items from the list that you would like to drop off….