National Day of Prayer–12 noon Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 Dillon County Courthouse Theme – “Lift up the Word, Light up the World” --2 Samuel 22:29-31

The Pregnancy Center of Dillon will hold "Night For Life" on Thursday, May 2nd, 6 p.m., First Baptist Church, 400 North Fourth Avenue, Dillon. Special guest speakers: Casey and Joni Deyton.

Empowerment In Action event is May 2nd at Dillon Manor Apartments at 6 p.m.

Latta Middle School/Latta High School Dance's Summer Vibes! will be presented May 2nd and 3rd at 6:30 p.m., Ellis Performing Arts Center: Admission, $5.00

The City of Dillon's First Friday at the Fountain will be held at South Plaza in Downtown Dillon (100 South Railroad Avenue) from 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. with DJ Dan E. Lockemy, the Carolina's Part-Time, Party-Time Man. Bring your chair and cooler (no glass). There will be food trucks, Todd's Twisted Balloons, and Amazing Faces. For...

Latta Middle School/Latta High School Dance's Summer Vibes! will be presented May 2nd and 3rd at 6:30 p.m., Ellis Performing Arts Center: Admission, $5.00

City of Dillon Free Football Camp, ages 8-12, Saturday, May 4, 9:00 a.m., at the City of Dillon Soccer/Football Complex on South Longstreet Road, Dillon. No registration fee. No cost.

Community Clean-up Day, Saturday, May 4, 9:00 a.m., Locations: Academy Street, Latimer School, Henry Street Park, Neighborhood Clean-up from 9:00 a.m.-12 noon, Sponsored by the Latta Neighborhoods Improvement Alliance, the H2G Empire, and the Latta Town Council.

A Community Celebration will be held at Henry Street Park in Latta on Saturday, May 4, following the community cleanup, from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m..

The presentation of the Sheriff Douglas Pernell photo will be on May 4th at 2:00 p.m. at the Dillon County Museum in Latta. Mrs. Cynthia Pernell, widow of the late Sheriff Pernell, and the Dillon County Historical Society want to invite the public to join them on this occasion.

Miss Viking Pageant; May 4th at 5:00 p.m., Ellis Performing Arts Center; Interview, Special Category, Evening Gown. Admission, $5.00

A Youth Talent Show will be held Saturday, May 4, 6 p.m.-until, Dillon County Theatre, ages 5-17, no application fee. Applications available at 1005 Old Latta Highway, Dillon. Applications must be completed by April 20. For more information, call 843-506-5700.

The Pick 42 Foundation hosts a 30-minute beginner stretch every Monday at 10 a.m. at 158 South Main Street, Mullins.

The Marion HRMA Rise & Shine Event will be held on Wednesday, May 8 at 9:30 a.m. at Southern Belle & Beaus Children's Boutique, 614 N. Main Street in downtown Marion. This meeting will serve as the HMRA Annual Meeting. All are invited to attend as we welcome new members, talk about what HMRA has...

Join the Pick 42 Foundation for the B.A.M. Grocery Game hosted by Leah Price, MS, RD, LD - SC DHEC, Wednesday, May 8th 10:00- 11:30 a.m., Mullins Recreational Gym, North Park Street, Mullins, Grocery tips and tricks! Win prizes. Free Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Eats On The Street, May 8, 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., south Railroad Avenue and South Plaza, various food trucks, DJ Elixir from 4-7 p.m.

The Latta Town Council will meet on Thursday, May 9, at 7:00 p.m. at the Latta Town Hall, 107 NW Railroad Ave., Latta,

Second Annual Women's Empowerment Brunch, Dillon County Courthouse Yard, 301 West Main Street, Dillon, May 11, 11:00 a.m., Theme: Shades of Pink sundresses and hats, motivational speaking, financial literacy, and brunch. Contact Detrice Dawkins for more information at 843-506-5700. Tickets are limited.

The Learning Experience Center Fundraiser Luncheon, May 11, 12:00 noon, Lake View Community Center, 106 Richard Temple Boulevard, Lake View, Recognizing Eva Bernice Logan Barksdale. Ticket/Donation: $20. Givelify: Union AME Church (luncheon), Checks: P.O. Box 52, Lake View, S.C. 29563.

Mother’s Day Service, Mullins First Baptist Church, Sunday, May 12, 10)15 a.m., Parent and Child Dedication

BWTC Ministries Church presents a Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12th at 10:30 a.m. The guest speaker will be Mth. Carrie Swindler from Power House Christian Church. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. Pastor is Mary A. Keyes, and Co-Pastor is Michelle Keyes Gibbons. The church is located at 314 Beaufort Street, Dillon.

Mother’s Day Service, Sunday, May 12, 11 a.m., Magnolia AME Stateline Church, 1021 Red Road, Hamer. pastor, Rev. Robert Taylor. Asking all women to wear white. guest speaker, Minister Dian’s Cross.

Nuevo Vida Dia de la Madre, Mayo 12, 2024, at 2 p.m., 536 Redford Blvd., Dillon

The Pick 42 Foundation hosts a 30-minute beginner stretch every Monday at 10 a.m. at 158 South Main Street, Mullins.

The Dillon County Health Initiative Pop-Up Farmers Market will be held on Monday, May 13, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the South Plaza in the heart of downtown Dillon. The theme for May is "Gifts From The Garden."

Story-Time at the Market, May 13th, Starting at 5:00 p.m., Dillon County Farmers Market, Join local 4-H agent Elizabeth Snipes at the Dillon Farmers Market for storytime and a garden related activity.

The Dillon City Council will meet on Monday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the Dillon City-County Complex, 401 West Main Street, Dillon.

Marion County Council Meeting on the Tuesday, May 14th, 9:00 a.m.-10 a.m., Marion County Administration Building, 2532 E. Hwy. 76, Marion.

The Latta School Board will meet on Tuesday, May 14th at 6:00 p.m. The district office is located at 205 King Street, Latta.

Mullins City Council Meeting, Municipal Complex located at 151 E. Front Street, Mullins, Tuesday, May 14th, 6 p.m.

The Marion City Council will meet on Tuesday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 107 South Main Street, Marion.

Blood Drive, May 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Marion County Sheriff’s Office, To schedule your donation, go to https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/233196

Law Enforcement Memorial Dedication, May 15, 12 noon, Marion County Law Enforcement Center, 2715 Highway 76, Mullins, You are cordially invited to attend the dedication of the new Law Enforcement Memorial Wall.

The Carolina Art Guild will hold an art exhibition at the City of Dillon visitor Center, 106 South Railroad Avenue, Dillon, on May 16 at 6:00 p.m. Please join them to celebrate the exciting work produced by their members, other artists in the community, and muralists who have visually contributed to downtown Dillon. Contributing artists...

The Lake View Town Council will meet on Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 201 N. Main Street, Lake View.

Dillon 6K For Water, sponsored by Great Expectations Church, Saturday, May 18th, 9:00 a.m., Dillon High School, 1730 Highway 301 North, Dillon, for World Vision Global 6K for Water. Register or Donate Dillon 6K for Water: https://global6k.worldvision.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.team&teamID=37200

HRMA Farmers Market, 229 N. Main Street, Marion, May 18th, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Ahmari Huggins-Bruce Football Camp, Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., City of Dillon Sports Complex, 440 South Longstreet Road, Dillon, Free entry, free food, free t-shirt. Wear black shorts. Online sign-up: https://shorturl.at/ailv6. All inquiries contact Camp Director Geoffrey George, 843-245-2027, or Assistant Camp Director Keisha Hayes, 843-632-0533.

Marion Foxtrot Festival, Saturday, May 18th, Begins with parade at 10 a.m., downtown Marion.

Fairmont May Day Fun Festival, Saturday, May 18, downtown Fairmont, Parade begins at 10:30 a.m., kids carnival, food vendors. Arts and crafts vendors, classic car and motorcycle show, and much more.

Florence-Dillon District Pentecost Experience, May 19, 2’30 p.m., Rev. Oliver Davis, Pentecostal Preacher, St. Matthew AME Church, Rev. Frederick Johnson, host pastor. rev. Dr. Joseph Postell, Presiding Elder.

Mt. Hermon Church of God, 508 South 9th Ave., Dillon, will hold their annual Women's Day program on May 19th at 5 p.m. The theme is "Kingdom Minded Women." The speaker is Bishop Mary Little of Greater Outreach Ministries, Cheraw. Invite a friend, and please wear any shade of yellow.

The Pick 42 Foundation hosts a 30-minute beginner stretch every Monday at 10 a.m. at 158 South Main Street, Mullins.

The Dillon District Four School Board will meet on Monday, May 20th, at 6:30 p.m. at the District Office, 1738 Highway 301 North, Dillon.

The Dillon County Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, May 21, at 9:30 a.m. in the Dillon City-County Complex, 401 W. Main St., Ste. #305, Dillon.

A Night Of Hope and Healing Presented by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Tuesday, May 21, 6 p.m,, Ebenezer Methodist Church, 1048 Dudley Road, Marion. Meal provided. For more information, contact MCSO Victim Advocate Wanda Leggett or Tammy Erwin843-292-5235/843-292-5236.

Coffee and Talk, Visitor Center, 106 S. Railroad Ave., Latta, May 22nd, 7:30-9:00 a.m. Be a part of our relaxed morning meetup, where the promise of endless opportunities sets the stage for a wonderful day ahead! Connect with neighboring business peers, spark conversations, and establish networks with members of our local community. Everyone is invited...

The Dillon County Council will meet on Wednesday, May 22, at 5 p.m. at the Dillon County Administration Building, 109 South 3rd Avenue, Dillon.

Marion County Council Meeting on the Thursday, May 23rd, 7:00 p.m-8:00 p.m., Marion County Administration Building, 2532 E. Hwy. 76, Marion.

The Pick 42 Foundation hosts a 30-minute beginner stretch every Monday at 10 a.m. at 158 South Main Street, Mullins.

The Memorial Day Program is Monday, May 27, at 11 a.m. at the Dillon City-County Complex at Veterans Square. The guest speaker is Army Major Rodney Bunyan, the Senior ROTC Instructor at Dillon High School. The family of the Distinguished Deceased Veteran of the Year, Vernon “Bo” Lane, will be recognized.

BWTC Ministries Church will hold their Pastoral Anniversary May 30, May 31st, and June 2nd. The theme is "God Keeps His Promise." The text is Numbers 23:19. The speaker on May 30 at 7:00 p.m. is Bishop James Gordon. The speaker on May 31 at 7:00 p.m. is Bishop Robert Roundtree. The speaker on June...

BWTC Ministries Church will hold their Pastoral Anniversary May 30, May 31st, and June 2nd. The theme is "God Keeps His Promise." The text is Numbers 23:19. The speaker on May 30 at 7:00 p.m. is Bishop James Gordon. The speaker on May 31 at 7:00 p.m. is Bishop Robert Roundtree. The speaker on June...