Mrs. Betty Mincey Celebrates 99th Birthday
99th BIRTHDAY Mrs. Betty Mincey gives her words of wisdom at a gathering in honor…
Mrs. Betty Mincey Celebrates 99th Birthday
99th BIRTHDAY Mrs. Betty Mincey gives her words of wisdom at a gathering in honor of her birthday. This is a family tradition on everyone’s birthday. Mrs. Mincey’s 99th birthday…
First Baptist Church of Lake View Celebrates Rev. Lyn Anderson’s 90th Birthday
By Betsy Finklea First Baptist Church of Lake View celebrated a very special occasion at this morning’s service—Rev. Lyn Anderson’s 90th birthday. Shortly after the service began, Rev. Anderson’s birthday…
Marion County Airport Holds Fly In
The Marion County Airport held a Fly In on Sunday, February 22, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Fly In scheduled for last Sunday was canceled due to forecasted inclement weather….
Dillon Girls Advance With 69-53 Win Over Orangeburg-Wilkinson
The Dillon Lady Wildcats advanced to the third round of the playoffs with a 69-53 win over the Orangeburg-Wilkinson Lady Bruinettes on Saturday, February 20, in Dillon. Orangeburg-Wilkinson controlled the…
PHOTO GALLERY: SOBMX Southeast Area Qualifier
SOBMX Southeast Area Qualifier (Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC)
Latta Comes From Behind To Edge Lake View 45-42
The Latta Lady Vikings came from behind to edge the Lake View Lady Wild Gators 45-42 in the waning moments of the varsity basketball playoff game held in Latta on…
Congressman Russell Fry Speaks At Dillon Kiwanis Meeting
Congressman Russell Fry was the guest speaker at the Dillon Kiwanis meeting on Thursday night. Darryl “Peanut” Miller introduced the congressman. The following is his introduction. Congressman Russell Fry is…
Veteran Law Enforcement Officer Cassandra Dollard Acquitted
Georgetown, South Carolina February 20, 2026 A jury today returned a verdict of Not Guilty in the case of State v. Cassandra Dollard, bringing to a close a case that…
Three People Grazed By Bullet On West Earl Street In Dillon
Three people were grazed by bullet(s) on West Earl Street in Dillon on Thursday night, according to Dillon Police Chief Monroe Herring. Herring said it appears to have ricocheted. He…
Man Who Nearly Hits Patrol Vehicle Arrested On Drug Charges
On the night 02/09/2026, CPL. R.J Carroll made a traffic stop on Oscar Dr. in the Oakland Community of Dillon County due to the suspect Emmanuel Broddy nearly hitting his…
Dillon County Station Four With Mutual Aid From Station One Fight Structure Fire
DCFD station 4 with mutal aid from DCFD 1 responded to a structure fire on Smitty La this afternoon. Engine41 arrived to find a 25’x30’ unattached garage (barn) fully involved….
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Holds Monthly Potluck
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church held their monthly church potluck prior to their church service. It was great food and a great time. (Photos by Chris Jackson)
Latta Lady Vikings To Host Lake View Wild Gators
The Latta Lady Vikings will host the Lake View Lady Wild Gators in varsity basketball action on Friday, February 20, at 6:00 p.m. Latta is 18-4 overall and 11-1 in…
A Group Making History
Three counties. Three firsts. One legacy of leadership. Dillon, Marlboro, and Hampton making history with their first African American elected Clerks of Court. Pictured are Dillon County Clerk of Court…
City Of Marion Invites Community To Black History Program
The City of Marion warmly invites residents, families, and community members to join us as we celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor the rich heritage, achievements, and lasting…
Kathryn Smith To Talk About George Washington’s Tour of the South at Dillon County Theatre Performance on March 5th
In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Dillon County Theatre will present on March 5th Kathryn Smith, who will be talking about “George Washington’s 1791 Tour of the South, Related…
Dillon Lady Wildcats Advance With 56-26 Win Over North Charleston
The Dillon Lady Wildcats advanced to the next round of the basketball playoffs with a 56-26 win over the North Charleston Lady Cougars in varsity action played in Dillon on…
