Mullins Soldier Accounted For From Korean War
November 20, 2024 11:44 pm
WASHINGTON – The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) previously announced U.S. Army Cpl. John B. Miller, 22, of Mullins, South Carolina, killed during the Korean War, was accounted for Sept. 4, 2024. Miller’s family recently received their full briefing on his identification, therefore, additional details on his identification can be shared. In November 1950, Miller was a member of Heavy Mortar Company, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action on Dec. 2, 1950, after his unit was attacked by enemy forces as they attempted to withdraw near the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea. Following the battle, his remains could not be recovered. In the fall of 1953, during Operation Glory, North Korea unilaterally turned over remains to the United States, including one set, designated Unknown X-15743. Those remains were reportedly recovered from prisoner of war camps, United Nations cemeteries and isolated burial sites. None of the remains could be positivity identified as Miller. Those unidentified remains were subsequently buried as an Unknown in the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. In April 2021, DPAA personnel disinterred Unknown X-15743 as part of the Korean War disinterment project and sent the remains to the DPAA laboratory for analysis. To identify Miller’s remains, scientists from DPAA used dental and anthropological analysis, as well as other circumstantial evidence. Additionally, scientists from the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System used mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) analysis. Miller’s name is recorded on the Courts of the Missing at the Punchbowl, along with the others who are still missing from the Korean War. A rosette will be placed next to his name to indicate he has been accounted for. Miller will be buried in Florence, South Carolina, on Dec. 6, 2024.
Read More >Pee Dee Academy Gets Win Over Greenwood Christian
November 16, 2024 8:57 pm
The Pee Dee Golden Eagles outscored the Greenwood Christian Hawks 69-33 in playoff action played in Mullins on Friday, November 15 before a large crowd. Greenwood Christian kicked off to Pee Dee to begin the football action. Pee Dee Academy’s Tristan Heckman returned the kickoff 55 yards to give the Golden Eagles a 6-0 lead. The PAT was good. With only about a minute gone in the game Pee Dee was up 7-0. After the kickoff, Greenwood Christian began offense on their own 25-yard line. Greenwood Christian turned possession over on downs. Pee Dee Academy was also forced to punt that placed the football on Greenwood Christian’s 4-yard line. Pee Dee Academy’s defense rose to the occasion, and the Hawks punted. Pee Dee had possession on Greenwood Christian’s 35-yard line. Pee Dee Academy turned the football over to Greenwood Christian who began on their own 32-yard line. The Hawks punted on fourth down, and the Golden Eagles took over on their own 35-yard line. With 3 minutes remaining in the first half, Pee Dee Academy scored. The PAT was good by Tristan Heckman, and Pee Dee led 14-0. Greenwood Christian got onto the scoreboard with a 25-yard pass for a touchdown with a minute remaining in the first quarter. The PAT was good to cut the lead to 7 points, 14-7. The first quarter would end with this score. Pee Dee Academy completed a 15-yard pass to O’maury Mckelvey for a touchdown with 10 minutes remaining in the first half. The Golden Eagles were up 20-7. Pee Dee Academy completed a 60-yard pass to Bennett Causey for a touchdown with 7 minutes left in the second quarter. The 2-point conversion was good to give Pee Dee a 28-7 lead. With 5 minutes to go in the first half, the Hawks scored a touchdown and the PAT to cut the lead to 14 points, 28-14. Pee Dee Academy’s Ryan Small rushed for a 35-yard touchdown with 4 minutes left in the first half. The PAT was good. Pee Dee led 35-14. With 2 minutes remaining in the first half, the Golden Eagles’ Tristan Heckman rushed for a 54-yard touchdown to go up 42-14. The Pee Dee Golden Eagles were not through with the scoring in the first half as there was almost another minute remaining on the scoreboard. Miles Trussell was on the receiving end of a pass that was good for a 45-yard score. Pee Dee Academy led 48-14. This would be the score at halftime. Pee Dee Academy kicked off to Greenwood Christian in the third quarter to begin the second half of play. With under 6 minutes remaining in the third quarter, Greenwood Christian rushed for a touchdown. The 2-point conversion failed. Pee Dee Academy was up 48-20. The Golden Eagles wasted little time in scoring as Tristan Heckman rushed for a touchdown to give Pee Dee Academy a 54-20 lead. The PAT was good. Pee Dee Academy led 55-20 over the Greenwood Christian Hawks. With 2 minutes left in the third quarter, the Hawks completed a pass for the score. Pee Dee Academy led 55-26. Once again, the Golden Eagles responded with a 60-yard pass completion to Jamison Rogers for the score. The PAT was good. The score was Pee Dee Academy 62 and Greenwood Christian Hawks 26. With 11 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, Greenwood Christian rushed for a touchdown. The PAT was good. Pee Dee Academy had 62 points, and the Greenwood Christian Hawks had 33 points. Pee Dee Academy added another score in the fourth quarter. The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles are 11-0 for the season and 5-0 in region play in SCISA 2A. Pee Dee Academy will play Bethesda Academy for the State Championship on Saturday, November 23 at 3:30 p.m. at Charleston Southern University. Pee Dee Academy defeated Bethesda Academy 25-22 on October 25. Support your team!
Read More >Mullins Falls To Philip Simmons
November 16, 2024 7:07 am
The Mullins Auctioneers traveled to Charleston to face the Philip Simmons Iron Horses on Friday, November 15, and suffered a 45-12 loss. At the end of the first quarter, the Mullins Auctioneers held a 6-0 lead over the Philip Simmons Iron Horses. In the second quarter of play, the Iron Horses turned up the offense and scored 28 points to take a 28-6 lead at halftime. Philip Simmons scored 6 points on a touchdown pass with 9 minutes to go in the second quarter of play. The PAT was good to give the Iron Horses a 7-6 lead. With 7 minutes remaining in the second quarter, the Iron Horses completed a pass for the score. The 2-point conversion was good. Philip Simmons led 15-6. With 6 minutes left in the first half, Philip Simmons recovered a fumble and scored the touchdown. The 2-point conversion failed but the Iron Horses were up 21-6. With 1 minute left in the first half, Philip Simmons completed a pass for the touchdown. The PAT was good. The Iron Horses led 28-6. In the third quarter, Mullins kicked off to Philip Simmons to begin the second half. The Iron Horses scored with about 10 minutes remaining in the third quarter via a touchdown pass. The PAT was good. Philip Simmons led 35-6. The Iron Horses added a field goal with about 5 minutes remaining in the third quarter to go up 38-6 over the visiting Auctioneers. With 3 minutes left in the third quarter, Philip Simmons added another touchdown pass and a PAT to go up 45-6. The Mullins Auctioneers hit pay dirt with a pass that was good for a touchdown with under a minute to go in the third quarter. The 2-point conversion failed. Mullins ended the season with 7 wins and 4 losses overall and were 3-3 in Region Play. Thanks, Mullins, was all the great plays and memories.
Read More >PDRTA Announces Passenger Appreciation Week: Fare-Free Rides and Special Events Across the Pee Dee Region
November 15, 2024 3:24 pm
FLORENCE – November 15, 2024 – The Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) is excited to announce Passenger Appreciation Week beginning Monday, November 18, 2024, in celebration of it’s passenger community served throughout the Pee Dee region. Fare-Free Week To make public transportation more accessible and encourage ridership, PDRTA will waive fares on all routes, including those that typically require a fee. This includes routes in Florence County and those serving Myrtle Beach. Fare on these routes will resume on Saturday, November 23rd. Passenger Appreciation Week Highlights: Fare-Free Rides: From Monday, November 18, through Friday, November 22, all passengers can enjoy free rides on all PDRTA routes. Passenger Surveys: Throughout the week, PDRTA staff will conduct passenger surveys to gather valuable feedback. This feedback helps the organization gain insights into ridership habits, preferences, and suggestions for improvement. This data will help PDRTA refine its services and better meet the needs of the community. Community Engagement: Throughout the week, PDRTA will have staff members present on various routes across the region to interact with passengers, answer questions, and collect survey responses. The schedule is as follows: Monday, November 18: Florence County routes and Florence Transit Center, 9:45 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 19: Darlington County routes, Darlington Walmart, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., and Hartsville Walmart, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 20: Marlboro County routes, Carlie C’s, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Thursday, November 21: Chesterfield County routes, Pageland KJ’s, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., and Chesterfield Walmart, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Friday, November 22: Dillon and Marion County routes, Marion Walmart, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., and Dillon Walmart, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. About PDRTA: Established in June 1974, PDRTA is the largest Regional Transit Authority in South Carolina and the third largest in the nation and is dedicated to serving the residents of Chesterfield, Darlington, Florence, Marlboro, Dillon, and Marion counties. As the first RTA in South Carolina, PDRTA has spent 50 years connecting communities and providing reliable transit options. The system operates a network of 35 bus routes, including 26 fixed routes, 6 Demand Response routes, and 3 dedicated Workforce routes, serving more than 30,000 passenger trips per month. PDRTA remains committed to connecting communities, promoting sustainable transportation, and fostering regional growth. For more information about PDRTA please call (843) 665-2227, email: info@pdrta.org. or visit https://pdrta.org
Read More >Marion County Holds Chempack Exercise
November 13, 2024 7:24 pm
Marion County held a Chempack Exercise on Wednesday, November 13, at the Marion County Council Office. The exercise participants were ASPR CHEMPACK, City of Marion Police Department, Conway Medical Center, Horry County EMD, Horry County Fire Rescue, Marion County EMD & EMS, the Medical University of South Carolina, Palmetto Poison Control/USC, SC DPH Lowcountry BEPR, SC DPH Pee Dee BEPR, SC EMD Region 4, and SCEMSA. There were Tabletop Exercise Discussions, Hands On – Preparing CHEMPACK Contents for Deployment, Hands On – Auto Injector Training, and Hot Wash. After having lunch, closing comments were made. The Marion County Council is located at the Marion County Administration Building at 2523 Hwy. 76, Marion, S.C. PHOTO GALLERY PHOTOS BY JOHNNIE DANIELS/THE DILLON COUNTY NEWS
Read More >Mullins Will Face Philip Simmons On Friday Night
November 13, 2024 6:58 pm
The Mullins Auctioneers will travel to Charleston on Friday, November 15, for a 2024 First Round South Carolina Football State Championship varsity football game. The Auctioneers have won 7 games this season and lost 3 games while the Iron Horses have won 8 games and lost 2 games. The Auctioneers are 3-3 in Region play this season while the Iron Horses art 5-0 in Region play this season. Support your team.
Read More >Marion County Native Named S.C. State’s Professor of the Year
November 13, 2024 5:57 pm
ORANGEBURG, S.C. – Dr. June Graham-Bethea was not always focused on a career in speech pathology and audiology. Growing up in Marion, South Carolina, she only knew she wanted to help others. So, when she started her undergraduate studies at South Carolina State University, she researched which disciplines might fulfill that quest and interviewed some professionals in those areas. “Speech Pathology was top on the list,” she said, “and after taking classes in the department here at SCSU, I knew that I found what I really wanted to do and a home away from home.” Having earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at SC State, Graham-Betha completed her Ph.D. at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in North Carolina. She spent more than 30 years in Greensboro before returning to SC State as an assistant professor in 2022. It did not take long for her to establish herself as a leader. She has served as the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology’s acting chair since Fall 2023. Less than a year later, she was named SC State’s Professor of the Year for the College of Graduate and Professional Studies and the overall university. “She has been married for 37 years to a very supportive husband, Malcolm Bethea and has two adult daughters, Kiersten Bethea and Carmen Bethea.” University Relations recently asked Graham-Bethea a series of questions about experiences and her role at SC State. Q: What has inspired you during your journey as an academic? Graham-Bethea: My students are my inspiration! My students inspire me to be the best that I can be and my hope is that they see me as an inspiration to them. Throughout my journey in academia, I have been profoundly inspired by the intellectual dance with my colleagues—those who innovate and create technologies that transform the way we teach and learn. However, what drives me most is witnessing the success of students who face challenges yet persevere. The collective support and mentorship provided to these resilient students often lead them to not only overcome obstacles but to thrive in their academic pursuits. Their determination and triumphs are what ignite my passion for teaching and inspire me every day. Q: How would you describe your teaching philosophy? Graham-Bethea: My teaching philosophy centers around fostering critical thinking and independent learning. All students have the potential to learn and grow but as a Professor I feel that I must model and encourage resilience and persistence. I think that we must tailor our instruction to individual needs and create an inclusive environment where students feel safe. Additionally, as professors must facilitate learning where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning through exploration, inquiry, and collaborative problem-solving. I incorporate activities that promote analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of information challenging my students to question assumptions and multiple perspectives. I am genuinely passionate about the work that I do and hope that my students see this in everything that I do. Q: What drives you as a teacher and/or researcher? Graham-Bethea: Student success is at the heart of my teaching philosophy. Every lesson I craft and every interaction I have with my students is fueled by the desire to see them excel. As a researcher, I am motivated and driven by the need for innovation and mentorship in education. I strive to contribute to the existing body of evidence that showcases new pathways to academic success. It is this commitment to enhancing student outcomes that drives my work and fuels my passion for both teaching and research. Q: What in your career are you most proud of? Graham-Bethea: I am most proud of returning to my Alma Mater and serving as an assistant professor and the acting chair for the Speech Pathology & Audiology Department where I am impacting the future of profession. I am also most proud of the work that I have been able to do with those who are communicatively impaired. Q: What has been your most exciting or valuable experience in your career at SC State? Graham-Bethea: The most exciting and valuable experiences that I have had here at SCSU involve working with the most wonderful people in the world and serving our students because they are the greatest and deserve the highest level of educational rigor that we can provide. It has been my honor and my obligation to provide those experiences to and for them. Q: Tell us about a personal challenge you have encountered and how it affected your life. Graham-Bethea: One of the most significant personal challenges I have faced was relocating to Orangeburg to take on the role of assistant professor while also being close to my mother. The passing of my mother less than a year after my move was an incredibly difficult experience. This loss profoundly impacted my life, teaching me the importance of resilience and the necessity of cherishing every moment. It has reinforced my commitment to mentoring students, as I understand firsthand the value of support during challenging times. Q: Tell us about an anecdote from your life that would allow people to know you better. Graham-Bethea: Growing up as a country girl in the rural town of Marion, South Carolina, shaped my identity and aspirations. My early experiences of growing up in a one parent home instilled in me a strong motivation to pursue higher education and build a prosperous life. I had high school teachers and principals who served as my mentors and encouraged me to envision a future where I would thrive as an educated woman. This humble beginning is a reminder of where I came from and resonates with many who know me, as it reflects my journey toward personal and academic fulfillment. Q: Is there anything else we should know about you and your experiences at SC State? Graham-Bethea: In conclusion, my journey as an educator is defined by the success of my students, a commitment to innovation in teaching, and the personal experiences that shape who I am. Read More >
Read More >Marion Couple Arrested In Case Involving 7 Month Child
November 10, 2024 1:22 am
Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested Christopher Allen Lester, 31 years old, of Marion and Kimberly Anne Wilson, 32 years old, of Marion. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has charged both Lester and Wilson with “unlawfully placing a child at risk of or cause harm or willfully abandon the child.” It is alleged that on October 21, 2024, Lester and Wilson placed a 7-month-old child at unreasonable risk of harm affecting the child’s life, physical or mental health, or safety by exposing the child to illegal narcotics indicated by a positive drug screen. Lester and Wilson are being held at the Marion County Detention Center awaiting a bond hearing. **All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Read More >Pee Dee Academy Advances With 56-19 Win Over Spartanburg Christian Academy
November 9, 2024 7:28 pm
The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles advanced in the SCISA Class 2A Playoffs with a 56-19 win over the visiting Spartanburg Christian Academy Warriors on Friday, November 8, in Mullins, S.C. The Golden Eagles were ready to play under the direction of Head Coach Jonathan King and the coaching staff and quickly got onto the scoreboard after the initial kickoff by the Golden Eagles sailed into the end zone. The Warriors started on offense from their own 20-yard line with Ethan Cloys carrying for 8 yards. However, the Warriors faced a fourth and 5 yards to go, and Ryan Hale punted to Colby Richardson who returned the football to Pee Dee’s 46-yard line. The Golden Eagles wasted little time in getting onto the scoreboard with pass from Colby Richardson to Miles Trussell for the first touchdown of the game with 10:14 remaining in the first quarter. Noah Poston connected for the PAT. Once again, the Golden Eagles’ kickoff sailed into the endzone. The Warriors began on their own 20-yard line. Owen Turner picked up 2 yards on the carry. On the next play, Pee Dee Academy’s Tristan Heckman picked up a fumble and scored with 9:20 remaining in the first quarter. The PAT was good by Noah Poston. Pee Dee Academy led 14-0. Spartanburg Christian Academy’s Cameron Bright returned the kickoff to the Warriors’ own 20-yard line. The Warriors faced a fourth down and 9 yards to go. Ryan Hale punted, and Tristan Heckman returned the punt 29 yards for the score with 6:39 remaining in the first quarter. The PAT was good. Pee Dee Academy led 21-0. The Warriors once again began on their own 20-yard line after the kickoff sailed into the end zone. Spartanburg Christian Academy faced a fourth down with a long way to go. The Warriors punted. The Golden Eagles’ Miles Trussell make a good catch for a first down that led to O’maury Mdkelvey scoring a 35-yard touchdown after the reception with 4:37 remaining in the first quarter. Miles Trussell’s PAT was good. Pee Dee Academy was up 28-0. The Warriors began on their own 20-yard line after the kickoff once again sailed into the end zone. Spartanburg Christian Academy’s Jacob Wiley picked up 8 yards before the Golden Eagles’ stopped the Warriors on fourth down and 3 yards to go. Pee Dee Academy took over on downs on the Warriors’ 29-yard line. With 10:39 remaining in the first half, Ryan Small scampered for a 29-yard touchdown. After a bad snap, Pee Dee Academy’s Noah Poston rushed for the 2-point conversion to give the Golden Eagles a 36-0 lead. The Warriors were forced to punt. Pee Dee Academy’s Hayden Cooke picked up a first down. Pee Dee faced a fourth down and 3 yards to go when Miles Wiggins picked up a first down to keep the drive alive. The Golden Eagles faced a fourth down and 9 yards to go. An incomplete pass intended for Brayden Lewis turned the pigskin over to the Warriors. With 1:25 remaining in the first half, the Warriors score 6 points. Eli Calloway’s PAT was no good. Pee Dee Academy led 36-6. With 1:05 remaining in the first half, Pee Dee Academy’s O’maury Mckelvey returned the kickoff for a touchdown. The PAT attempt by Noah Poston was no good. Time expired in the first half with Pee Dee Academy on top 42-6. In the second half, the Warriors added 13 points while the Golden Eagles added 14 points. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC
Read More >Latta Defeats Marion In 2024 SCAP Lower State Football Tournament
November 2, 2024 8:18 pm
Latta defeated Marion 22-0 in the 2024 SCAP Lower State Football Tournament 10U Division 2 on Saturday, November 2, played in Dillon at the City of Dillon Recreation Fields off of Hwy. 34. Latta’s #29 carried for a 35-yard touchdown, and Latta’s #2 rushed for the 2-point conversion with 5:04 remaining in the first quarter. Marion’s #4 fired a pass that was intercepted by #17 for Latta. After a big gain by Latta’s #34, Latta’s #2 keeps for a 14-yard score with 1:17 remaining in the first quarter. Latta’s #2 connected a pass with #34 for the 2-point score to give Latta a 16-0 lead over Marion. On Marion’s next offensive series, Marion’s #5 had the football stripped from him as he carried the football, and Latta recovered. At the end of the first quarter, Latta was up 16 to 0. In the second quarter, Latta’s #32 refused to go down as he continued to drag players with him as he carried the football. Latta’s #2 rushed for an 18-yard touchdown with 5:49 remaining in the second quarter. The 2-point conversion attempt failed by #29. Latta’s #17 kicks off to Marion, and Marion’s #5 returned the football 50 yards to Latta’s 22-yard line. Latta deflected and intercepted a pass as time expired in the first half. Neither team scored in the third quarter. In the final quarter, Latta’s #24 scored a 76-yard touchdown that was nullified due to a penalty. Another play by Latta that included the Latta quarterback passing to #34 who passed to #24 who made a great run was also nullified due to a penalty. Neither team crossed the goal line for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC
Read More >Several Turn Out To Enjoy Marion County Administration Candy Walk
October 31, 2024 1:37 pm
Several turned out to enjoy the Candy Walk at the Marion County Administration Building. The children were decked out in their costumes as they went from office to office to collect candy and to enjoy the elaborate decorations. There was a pumpkin contest, and people voted for their favorites. There were many original designs on display. The winners of the pumpkin contest are: 5th Place – Auditor’s Office (Pumpkin #5) | Gift Cards valued at $60 4th Place – Prison Camp (Pumpkin #7) | $100 3rd Place – Tax Collector (Pumpkin #3) | $150 2nd Place – Environmental Services (Pumpkin #7) | $200 1st Place – Tax Assessor (Pumpkin #9) | $300 PHOTO GALLERY PHOTOS BY JOHNNIE DANIELS/THE DILLON COUNTY NEWS, LLC Click to enlarge.
Read More >Early Voting Taking Place In Marion County
October 31, 2024 1:31 pm
Early voting is taking place in Marion County. It ends Saturday, November 2nd at 6 p.m. There was a line waiting to vote on Thursday morning. They are averaging about 600 per week day and had approximately 200 this past Saturday. (Photo by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC)
Read More >Pee Dee Golden Eagles Edge Bethesda Academy Blazers 25-22
October 30, 2024 7:36 pm
The Pee Dee Golden Eagles edged the Bethesda Academy Blazers 25-22 in SCISA 2A varsity football played in Mullins, S.C., on Friday, October 25, before a large crowd. These two perennial powers of this conference played a great game. Of course, there were the usual mistakes with penalties, but the team from South Carolina prevailed over the visitors from Augusta, Georgia. The Blazers took the opening kickoff and began to drive. Assir Best picked up a first down followed by a completed pass to Raleigh Wesley. Jordan Wesley carried for a couple of downs followed by a loss of a couple of yards by Assir Best. Jordan Cheever picked up a big first down. Assir Best was stopped on his next carry. Christian Vaughn carried for 13 yards to the 1-yard line before the Blazers faced a fourth down and 1 yard to go as Assir Best crossed the goal line with 4:59 remaining in the first quarter. Assir Best rushed for the 2-point conversion to give the Blazers an 8-0 lead over the Golden Eagles. O’maury McKelvey returned the kickoff for Pee Dee Academy. Tristan Heckman picked up 5 yards followed by his picking up a first down. Colby Richardson kept for a 3-yard pickup followed by a completed pass to Miles Trussell. The Golden Eagles faced a third down and 1 yard to go. A pass intended for Miles Trussell proved to be a costly mistake by the Blazers as they committed pass interference that placed the football on the Blazers’ 15-yard line. The Golden Eagles’ quarterback crosse the goal line from 5 yards for the score. Tristan Heckman carried the pigskin into the end zone for the 2-point conversion to knot the score at 8. After receiving the kickoff, the Blazers attempted a pass to Christian Vaughn that was incomplete. Jordan Cheever carried for a gain but a flag on the play negated the gain. After a deflected pass by Pee Dee’s Miles Wiggins., the Blazers’ Jordan Turner was dropped in the backfield on fourth down. The Pee Dee Golden Eagles took over on downs. After an incomplete pass to Miles Trussell, Colby Richardson carried for a first down. Richardson carried again for a 5-yard gain. Bennett Causey had a reception but still the Golden Eagles came up short and elected to attempt a field goal by Miles Trussell who was successful to give Pee Dee an 11-8 lead over the visitors with 5:58 remaining in the first half. After a long reception to Raleigh Wesley, Assir Best capped off the drive with a touchdown with 1:50 remaining in the second quarter. The Pee Dee defense stopped the 2-point conversion attempt by Christian Vaughn. Bethesda Academy led 14-11. The Golden Eagles went to work on offense and completed a pass to Jaylen Holmes followed by an incomplete pass to Jaylen Holmes. Pee Dee was forced to punt on fourth down. At halftime, Pee Dee trailed Bethesda Academy 14-11. The Golden Eagles took the opening kickoff of the third quarter. Colby Richardson fired a pass that was almost intercepted by Bethesda Academy’s defense. With 5:23 remaining in the third quarter, Miles Trussell was on the receiving end of a pass that resulted in 6 points for Pee Dee. The PAT was good by Miles Trussell to give the Golden Eagles an 18-14 lead over the visitors. The Bethesda Academy Blazers faced a fourth down and long, and Tristan Heckman punted. Pee Dee took over on their own 10-yard line. At the end of the third quarter, Pee Dee was up 18-14. With 6:22 remaining in the game, Colby Richardson scored. Miles Trussell connected for the PAT to give Pee Dee a 25-14 lead. With 4:28 remaining in the game, Jordan Turner completed a long pass to Raleigh Wesley for the score. After a 2-point failed pass attempt, Bethesda Academy Blazers had an opportunity to do the play over due to a penalty. The 2-point rushing opportunity was successful. Pee Dee Academy’ led 25-22 that would be the final for the game to give the Golden Eagles a perfect 8-0 record to this point. Pee Dee Academy will travel to Dillon Christian School on Friday, November 1. Bethesda Academy will host SJCA on Friday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. Support your team. PHOTO GALLERY PHOTOS BY JOHNNIE DANIELS/THE DILLON COUNTY NEWS, LLC Click to enlarge.
Read More >Check Presented For Marion County Law Enforcement Training Facilities
October 30, 2024 12:30 am
Senator Kent Williams and Rep. Lucas Atkinson presented a check for 2.5 Million Dollars for the Marion County Law Enforcement Training Facilities. (Contributed Photos)
Read More >Manning Defeats Marion 38-13
October 29, 2024 12:21 am
The Manning Monarchs invaded Swamp Fox land and defeated Marion 38-13 in AA Region 7 varsity football on Friday, October 25. Marion kicked off to Manning to begin the game. The Monarchs turned the football over to the Swamp Foxes on downs. Marion has now turned the football back over to Manning on downs. With about 3 minutes to go in the first quarter, the Monarchs rushed for a TD followed by 2-point conversion to go up 8-0. After the first quarter of play, Manning led 8-0. Marion’s offense sputtered, and Manning took over on downs. With about 6 minutes remaining in the first half, Manning scored a touchdown followed by a 2-point rushing conversion. The Monarchs led 16-0. Marion relinquished the football on downs on their 35-yard line. Manning quickly hit paydirt with a pass with under a minute to go in the first half. The Monarchs rushed for the 2-point conversion to go up 24-0. Manning added another rushing TD and a rushing 2-point conversion before halftime to go up 32-0. The Monarchs kicked off to the Swamp Foxes to begin the third quarter. With about 10 minutes left in the third quarter, Manning added a rushing TD. The 2-point conversion failed. Manning led 38-0. Marion got onto the scoreboard with a pass completion with about 3 minutes remaining in the third quarter. The PAT was good. Manning 38 and Marion 7. With only about a minute gone in the final quarter, Marion intercepted a pass for 6 points. The PAT was missed. Marion has won 1game and lost 8 games this football season. The Marion Swamp Foxes will host the East Clarendon Wolverines on Friday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. The 8-1 Manning Monarchs will travel to face the 4-5 Panthers of Lake City on Friday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. Support your team.
Read More >Kingstree Hands Mullins 52-12 Loss
October 29, 2024 12:19 am
The Kingstree Blazers handed the visiting Mullins Auctioneers a 52-12 loss on Friday, October 25, in varsity football action played in Kingstree. The Blazers jumped out to an early 14-0 lead after the first quarter. With about 7 minutes remaining in the first half, Kingstree returned a fumble recovery into a 6-point touchdown. The Raiders rushed for the 2-point conversion to go up 22-0 over the visiting Auctioneers. Mullins’ Kanazzion Bethea threw a completed pass to Amir Lee for a touchdown. The 2-point conversion attempt failed. Kingstree was up 22-6. The Blazers added a rushing TD and added the 2-point conversion with about a minute remaining in the first half to go up 30-6. Kingstree kicked off to Mullins to begin the third quarter of action. The Auctioneers turned the football over to the Blazers on downs. With about 9 minutes to go in the third quarter, Kingstree added a rushing TD and a pass completion for the 2-point conversion to increase the lead to 32 points. Kingstree led 38-6. With about 5 minutes remaining in the third quarter, Kingstree added another rushing TD and 2-point conversion to increase the lead, 46 to 6. Mullins’ Kanazzion Bethea fired a completion to Amir Lee for a touchdown. The 2-point conversion failed. Kingstree led 46-12. In the final quarter with about 8 minutes remaining, the Blazers added another rushing TD and a 2-point conversion. The score was 52-12 which would be the final score of the game. The Mullins Auctioneers have won 7 games and lost 3 games this football season. The Kingstree Blazers have won 3 games and lost 6 games in this football season. Kingstree will travel to Atlantic Collegiate Academy in Conway, S.C., on Friday, November 1, for a 7:30 p.m. meeting. Support your team.
Read More >Lake View Wins 35-20 Over Latta
October 21, 2024 10:33 pm
The Lake View Wild Gators won 35-20 over the visiting Latta Vikings in varsity football on Friday, October 18, in Lake View, S.C. Latta took the opening kickoff and was forced to turn possession over to Lake View on downs on Lake View’s 49-yard line. Lake View’s offense could not get going and was forced to punt. Latta blocked the punt, Xy’Mari Bethea carried the football for 38-yards into the end zone for the touchdown. The PAT was missed. Latta led 6-0. The Vikings kicked off to the Wild Gators who took possession on their 19-yard line with about 7 minutes remaining in the first quarter. Lake View’s Lance Jackson rushed for a 55-yard score to knot the game at 6. Lucas Schamp’s PAT was good. Lake View led 7-6. Lake View kicked off to Latta who had the football on their own 35-yard line. With about 10 minutes remaining in the first half, Latta was inside Lake View’s 20-yard line. With about 6 minutes to go in the first half, Latta scored on a 6-yard rushing play to go up 12-7 over Lake View. The 2-point conversion attempt failed. With 6 minutes remaining in the first half, Latta kicked off to Lake View. Lake View began offense on their own 32-yard line. With 4 minutes left in the first half, Lake View punted to Latta. The Vikings had the football on their own 46-yard line. The first half ended with Latta up 12-7. Latta kicked off to Lake View to begin the third quarter. With 9 minutes to go in the third quarter, Lake View’s Tyrell Foxworth, Jr. rushed for a 5-yard touchdown. Lucas Schamp’s PAT was good. Lake View led 14-12. After the kickoff to Latta, the Vikings began offense on their own 29-yard line. With about 8 minutes left in the third quarter, Lake View recovered a fumble by Latta and has the football on Latta’s 31-yard line. With about 6 minutes remaining in the third quarter, Tyrell Foxworth, Jr. rushed for a 5-yard touchdown. Lucas Schamp’s PAT was good. Lake View led 21-12. Latta took the kickoff and began offense on their own 11-yard line. Latta was forced to punt, and Lake View took over on Latta’s 35-yard line with about 3 minutes remaining in the third quarter. With about 11 minutes remaining in the game, Lake View completed a pass to Lance Jackson good for a 19-yard touchdown. The PAT was good by Lucas Schamp. Lake View led 28-12. After the kickoff to Latta, Latta relinquished the football on a punt to Lake View. Lake View began offense on their own 45-yard line. Latta recovered a Lake View fumble on their own 32-yard line. With about 4 minutes remaining in the game, Latta turned the pigskin over on downs. Lake View has the football on Latta’s 40-yard line. Lake View’s Tyrell Foxworth, Jr. rushed for a 40-yard score that was followed by a Lucas Schamp’s PAT to give Lake View a 35-12 lead. Latta began on their own 30-yard line after the Lake View kickoff. With less than a minute left in the game, Latta’s Jayden Alford rushed for a 7-yard touchdown followed by a Amir Rogers 2-point conversion. Lake View will have a “BYE” this Friday. Latta will travel to face Hannah-Pamplico on Friday, October 25, at 7:30 p.m. Support your team.
Read More >Mullins Defeats East Clarendon 24-18
October 21, 2024 10:31 pm
The Mullins Auctioneers defeated the East Clarendon Wolverines 24-18 in the overtime thriller in Mullins on Friday, October 18. The Auctioneers kicked off to the Wolverines to begin the game. Mullins got off to a quick start and found themselves up 6-0 and then scored on a blocked punt to go up 12-0 with only a couple of minutes gone in the first quarter! The 2-point conversion attempt failed. East Clarendon responded with a rushing touchdown with about 5 minutes remaining in the first quarter. The PAT failed. Mullins led 12-6. Mullins again hit paydirt with an Amir Lee rushing touchdown with less than 5 minutes remaining in the first quarter. The 2-point conversion attempt failed. The Auctioneers were up 18-6 over the Wolverines. At the end of the first quarter, Mullins held a 12-point lead, 18-6 over the visitors. Neither team could muster a score in the second quarter. East Clarendon kicked off to Mullins to begin the third quarter of play. Once again, neither team could score in the third quarter. With about 11 minutes left in the game, East Clarendon got onto the scoreboard with a rushing touchdown to cut the lead to 6 points, Mullins 18 and East Clarendon 12. The 2-point conversion attempt by the Wolverines failed. With 4 minutes to go in regulation, East Clarendon scored a rushing touchdown to knot the score at 18. The 2-point conversion failed. The game was tied at 18 at the end of regulation. Mullins’ Amir Lee rushed for a touchdown to give Mullins a 24-18 lead. The 2-point conversion attempt failed. Mullins will travel to Kingstree on Friday, October 25, for a 7:30 p.m. game. Mullins has 7 wins and 2 losses overall and has won 3 and lost 2 games in region play. East Clarendon is 5-3 overall and 2-2 in AA Region 7. East Clarendon will host American Christian Academy on Friday, October 25, 7:30 p.m. Support your team.
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