Jerome McQueen and AcaSTEMics
At the announcement of the Arclin expansion last year, Arclin announced a new collaboration with Dillon-founded STEM nonprofit AcaSTEMics. What is AcaSTEMics, and who is behind it? AcaSTEMics is the…
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Happy New Year 2026!
We wish you all the best in the new year! We appreciate your support.
Logging Machine On Fire In Woods Near Pocosin Road In Oak Grove Area
If you are in the Oak Grove area of Dillon County near Pocosin Road, please be advised there is a logging machine on fire in the woods. Fire crews do…
Dillon County Station 4 Responds To Machinery Fire
Dillon County Station 4 was alerted for a 10-70 machinery fire behind a residence on Gaddys Mill Road this afternoon. E42 arrived to find a Logging machine inside the woodline….
Dillon County Two Responds To Fire On Briar Patch Lane
At approximately 10:30 a.m., Dillon County Station Two was dispatched to Briar Patch Lane in reference to a structure fire. Engine 2 arrived on scene and confirmed a working building…
Latta Town Council Special Election Is Today
There is a Latta Town Council Special Election today to fill the remainder of the term of the seat left vacant by Daniel Rogers. The two candidates are Norris Barr-Mack…
Dillon County Fire Station Two Gives Mutual Aid At Brush Fire In Marion County
At approximately 4:00 p.m., Dillon County Fire was requested to respond as mutual aid to a brush fire in Marion County. Brush-2 responded to the scene with three firefighters. The…
Think Before You Burn
ATTENTION, OUTDOOR BURNERS! Although the northwestern part of South Carolina received some rainfall overnight, most of the state remains dry. Coupled with gusty winds and low relative humidity, conditions are…
Start the Year with Purpose: Upcoming 2026 Guardian ad Litem Training Begins February 3, 2026
Dillon, SC – December 29, 2025 – As the New Year brings fresh starts and renewed commitments, the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South…
Latta Police Department 2025 Year in Review
By Captain Simon Temple Latta Police Department To say that the Latta Police Department has had an eventful year would be an understatement. Being fairly new to the state and…
SC State Fire Marshal Urges South CarolinIans To Ring In The New Year Safely
As South Carolinians prepare to welcome the New Year, SC State Fire Marshal Jonathan Jones reminds residents to make safety a priority when using fireworks. Each year, fireworks contribute to…
WEATHER ALERT: Winter To Return On Tuesday
By Frank Strait Severe Weather Liaison S.C. State Climate Office I hope your Christmas went as well as mine did! Time with grandchildren and delicious smoked meats were my highlights….
ABB Donates Toys To Dillon County News Toy Drive
Anderson Brothers Bank donated toys to The Dillon County News, LLC Toy Drive which benefits the Head Start Centers in Dillon County.
Dillon County Sheriff’s Office Spots Santa
On December 24, 2025 Deputies were advised by a neighboring counties to be on the lookout for a male subject approximately 5’7” 250lbs dressed in red coat and pants with…
Chaplain Prays With Police Department
Chaplain Calvin Pompey of the Latta Police Department offers morning prayer with officers during the holiday season.
SCDPS Conducting Special Enforcement Over Christmas Holidays
** SPECIAL ENFORCEMENT – DECEMBER 24-28 ** Motorists across South Carolina will see additional law enforcement over the next few days as the SC Department of Public Safety conducts special…
Dillon County Station Two Responds To Fire Alarm At Signode
Dillon County Station Two responded at 4:22 p.m. to 4607 S. Highway 301 (Signode) for a fire alarm activation showing a water flow from the sprinkler system. Engine 2 arrived…