South Carolina Highway Department Clears Hwy. 9 East Ditch
The South Carolina Highway Department of Dillon, S.C., has been clearing trees and debris along Hwy. 9 east from the Dillon County Technology Center to the Little Pee Dee Bridge….
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WEATHER OUTLOOK: Dry And Summery Through Early Next Week
By Frank Strait Severe Weather Liaison S.C. State Climate Office Greetings from New Orleans! Yep, it’s was National Hurricane Conference time again this week, so I’ve been on the road…
Work Occurring At Train Depot Area In Dillon
Work is occurring in the train depot area in Dillon. A raised covered platform is being constructed to become handicapped compliant. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News,…
New Station 2 (Latta) Fire Truck Responds To First Fire Within Hours Of Arrival
Approximately 12 hours after Dillon County Station 2 (Latta) received their new fire truck, the truck was put into service when a fire occurred on Short Street. Here is a…
Free Virtual Guardian ad Litem Training Offered To Dillon County Residents
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering FREE…
33-Year-Old Man Strikes House In Fatal Collision
A one-vehicle fatal collision occurred just north of Latta on Monday, April 14th at approximately 3:43 p.m. at a home on Highway 301 beside the old House of Henry. According…
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By ATV
A fatal collision occurred in Dillon County on April 13th at approximately 4:37 p.m., according to Master Trooper Mitchell Ridgeway of the South Carolina Highway Patrol. The collision occurred at…
Dillon Native Honored with Journalism Award in San Diego
Jerry McCormick, a 1986 graduate of Dillon High School, was honored in a prestigious ceremony in San Diego. McCormick is the son of the late Willie and Rosie Lee McCormick…
Deadline Nearing For America’s Field Trip Entries
In 2026, The United States will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In honor of this historic event, the America 250 committee has…
Long-Awaited Water Tank and Other Projects Soon To Be Underway In Latta
Thanks to hard work and patience, the Town of Latta has some good things coming. Sewer and water has been a critical issue affecting many citizens in Latta. Previous councils…
DPH Shares Important Tips to Prevent Dog Bites in Children and Adults
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The second full week of April is celebrated annually as National Dog Bite Prevention Week. The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) would like to use…
The Dillon County News, LLC Celebrates One Year Anniversary
The Dillon County News, LLC, celebrates its one-year anniversary today, April 8th, 2025. We are extremely grateful to everyone who supports us and the work we do. We appreciate you…
UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS: Dillon, Latta, And Lake View-April 8, 2025
Dillon City Council District 1 Keisha Hayes-46 *Danielle M. Smith-66 Write-ins-2 District 3 Johnny Eller-149 *Chip Huggins-156 Write-ins-0 District 5 *Jay David-25 Write-ins-1 District 6 *Phil Wallace-68 Write-ins-1 Latta Town…
Attorney General Alan Wilson Reminds Everyone To Call 811 Before You Dig
Attorney General Alan Wilson reminds everyone that April is National Safe Digging Month and to call or log in to www.SC811.com before you dig. It’s the law, and it’s not…
S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) Begins Daily Ground-Level Ozone Forecasts for Residents
COLUMBIA, S.C. — From April 1 through September 30, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) provides a daily forecast for ground-level ozone concentrations across the state. These forecasts…
SCDES 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 Environmental Services (SCDES) reminds residents of the everyday steps they can take to limit the amount…
Nesting Season Is Underway For Coastal Birds In South Carolina
The first documented seabird/shorebird nest of the 2025 season in South Carolina: an American oystercatcher nest with a single egg laid in the sand. (Photo: Janet Thibault/SCDNR) South Carolina Department…
BBB Warns of ‘Free’ Roof Inspection Scams
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 8, 2025) – Roofing scams tend to pop up after big storms. BBB Scam Tracker often receives reports of shady “free” roof inspections. Better Business Bureau Serving…