Marion Defeats Mullins In Varsity Baseball
March 20, 2025 7:34 pm
The Marion Swamp Foxes defeated the visiting Mullins Auctioneers 15-0 in the run-ruled varsity baseball game played in Mullins on Tuesday, March 18. The 4-3 Marion Swamp Foxes will travel to Mullins on Friday, March 21, for a 7:00 p.m. game. The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles Baseball State Champions for 2017, 2018, 2022, and 2023 will host the Lee Academy Cavaliers on Thursday, March 20, at 6:30 p.m. in varsity baseball. The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles Junior Varsity baseball team will travel to Christian Academy Saints of Myrtle Beach on Friday, March 21, for a 4:00 p.m. game. The Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles Varsity Softball State Champions for 2018, 2022, 2023, and 2024 will host the Wilson Hall Barons on Friday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. The Pee Dee Academy Junior Varsity softball team will host the Florence Christian Eagles on Thursday, March 20, at 4;00 p.m. and will host the Wilson Hall Barons on Friday, March 21, at 4:00 p.m. Support your team.
Read More >Marion County Sheriff’s Office Charges Man With Stalking
March 18, 2025 4:35 pm
James Brian Blanchett, 27 years old of Marion, has been arrested and charged by the Marion County Criminal Investigation Division. Blanchett is charged with Stalking. It is alleged that between November 1, 2024, and March 5, 2025, Blanchett unlawfully contacted the victim numerous times by numerous fake email accounts, after being told not to have any contact with the victim. The ongoing, threatening contact made the victim fear for their safety as well as the safety of their family. Blanchett is currently held at the Marion County Detention Center. All individuals are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Read More >VIDEO: Marion County Council Meeting, 3-11-2025
March 18, 2025 4:12 pm
Marion County Council Meeting held on 3-11-2025 https://youtu.be/biQGnV65jEM?si=uIgAHtXuzI9Ye3Za
Read More >Pee Dee Academy Hands Dillon Christian A Loss
March 5, 2025 3:28 pm
The visiting Pee Dee Academy Golden Eagles returned home to Mullins on Tuesday, March 4, with a 14-2 run-ruled shortened game. The Warriors found themselves trailing 13-0 after one and one-half innings of play and could not catch up with the visitors. Dillon Christian’s #3 led off the bottom of the third inning with a stand-up double once the baseball bounced over the fence in center. In the top of the third inning, Pee Dee Academy’s #6 hit one to left field for a double. In the bottom of the third inning, the Warriors’ #11 hit one to left for a lead-off double. Dillon Christian School’s #5 hit one to right center for a stand-up double as the ball bounced over the fence, and he also picked up the first rbi of the game for the Warriors. Dillon Christian School’s #5 crossed home plate on a passed ball for the second and final score of the game for the Warriors. In the top of the fifth inning, Pee Dee Academy’s #4 hit a fly ball to center for a lead-off double. #5 scored the final run of the game on a grounder to second by Pee Dee Academy’s #45. Four Dillon Christian School players managed at least a hit in the game including Gray Easterling who was 3 for 3. Dillon Christian School will travel to Fairmont, N.C., on Thursday, March 6, for a 6:00 p.m. game. Pee Dee Academy will travel to Loris on Friday, March 14, for a 6:30 p.m. game. Support your team. PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC
Read More >VIDEO: Marion County Council Meeting-February 27, 2025
March 5, 2025 12:21 pm
Marion County Council Meeting held on 2-27-2025 at 7 p.m. https://youtu.be/SO3zs6ce500
Read More >Marion County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Aynor Woman For Exploitation Of Vulnerable Adult, Financial Transaction Card Theft, and Other Charges
March 4, 2025 11:39 am
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has arrested Wendy Rabon Shaw, 57, of Aynor. Shaw is charged with Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult, Financial Transaction Card Theft, Financial Transaction Card Fraud, less than $500, and Banking: Federally Chartered or Insured Financial Institution Crime. It is alleged that on or about April 30, 2024, Shaw was the caregiver for an elderly citizen in Marion County. In her capacity as that caregiver, Shaw took the patient’s debit card without permission. It is further alleged that Shaw made purchases for personal use with the bank card at multiple establishments between Marion and Aynor without permission. Shaw is currently housed at the Marion County Detention Center. **All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Read More >South Carolina Aviation Association Announces Newly Elected Executive Committee and Board Members
February 27, 2025 3:51 pm
Charleston, S.C. – February 26, 2025—The South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) is proud to announce the election of its new Executive Committee and Board Members, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to advancing aviation across the state. James Stephens, C.M., of Greenville Downtown Airport, has been elected as the new SCAA President, succeeding now Past President Kevin Howell, I.A.P., C.M., of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. Ryan Hounshell of Holt Consulting Company has been re-elected as Vice-President. Frank Murray of Columbia Metropolitan Airport has been elected Secretary/Treasurer, bringing valuable expertise to the leadership team. Alongside the Executive Committee, SCAA welcomes the following members to its Board of Directors: Charles Taylor of Marion County Airport; Chris Birkmeyer, P.E. of WK Dickson, An Ardurra Company; and Steven Gould, Jr., C.M., of Rock Hill-York County Airport. In addition, Stephen Parry of Hilton Head Island Airport and Beaufort Executive Airport, was appointed to the board in November 2024. Their leadership and experience will further support SCAA’s mission to enhance airport development, advocacy, and industry growth in South Carolina. About SCAA: The South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) actively promotes aviation growth through airport development and safety to meet the air transportation and economic development needs of South Carolina. South Carolina’s airports serve as vital economic drivers, supporting businesses, residents, and visitors while also playing a critical role in health, safety, and national security. SCAA and its members serve as key resources for aviation-related policy and advocacy, working closely with state legislators and industry leaders. The association’s efforts have led to significant advancements, including amendments to the State Aviation Fund and reductions in county property tax. For more information, please visit scaaonline.com.
Read More >Former Volunteer Coach At Mullins-Marion Christian School Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct With A Minor and Other Charges
February 25, 2025 4:37 pm
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Jessica Altman Huggins, a former volunteer girls’ basketball and volleyball coach at the Mullins-Marion Christian School. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division has charged Jessica Huggins, 36 years old of Mullins, with three counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor, 2nd degree, Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, 1st degree, Criminal Solicitation of a Minor, and Dissemination of Obscene Material to a Person Under 18 years of age. It is alleged that between October 2024 and February 2025, Huggins engaged in the sexual battery of a 14-year-old victim on three separate occasions. It is further alleged that Huggins communicated with the minor victim with the intent to persuade the minor victim to participate in sexual activity as well as coerced the minor victim to create sexually explicit images. Huggins also allegedly sent sexually explicit images to the minor victim. Huggins is currently being held at the Marion County Detention Center without bond. **All individuals are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Read More >South Carolina Breakfast Club Fly In Comes To Marion County Airport
February 23, 2025 10:31 pm
South Carolina Breakfast Club Fly-In was held at the Marion County Airport. It has been 30 years since the last one. There was a great turnout with 94 people including pilots, civil air patrol, and the public. PHOTO GALLERY
Read More >15th Annual Swamp Fox Chili Cookoff, Cruise-In, and Farmers Market Held
February 22, 2025 6:01 pm
The 15th Annual Swamp Fox Chili Cookoff, Cruise-In, and Farmers Market was held today in downtown Marion. There was chili to sample, a car show, the Level 10 Band, cornhole, food trucks, and more. A Farmers Market was also held in the Main Street Commons. It was a great day of family fun hosted by the Historic Marion Revitalization Association (HMRA). PHOTO GALLERY Photos by Betsy Finklea/The Dillon County News, LLC
Read More >Mullins Defeats Philip Simmons In Basketball
February 22, 2025 4:24 pm
The Mullins Auctioneers defeated the Philip Simmons Iron Horses 48-37 in varsity basketball action played in Charleston on Friday, February 21. Mullins tacked on 13 points in the first quarter and added 12 points in the second quarter. In the third quarter of play, Mullins placed 10 points onto the scoreboard and added 13 points in the final quarter of play. Mullins advanced to Round 3 of the playoffs. Mullins’ Deyon Ford led all scorers with 29 points. He also had 5 defensive rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 steals. Dakarai Worley added 10 points to the scoreboard plus 6 offensive rebounds, 13 defensive rebounds, 1 assist, and 3 steals. Amir Lee contributed 7 points with 2 offensive rebounds and 2 steals. Keith Bridgett had 2 points, 1 offensive rebound, 1 defensive rebound, and 2 steals. Mullins is 19-5 overall and 8-4 in third place in AA Region 7. Philip Simmons is 19-6 overall and 10-0 in first place in AA Region 6. The Mullins Auctioneers’ head coach is Eric Troy. The assistant coaches are Jim Donovan Reaves and Sean Brunson. The statistician is Matt Bessetti. Support your Mullins Auctioneers as they continue in the state basketball playoffs.
Read More >USCB Student Gandy Stromberg of Mullins Graduated in December Ceremony
February 19, 2025 4:30 pm
BLUFFTON, SC (02/19/2025)– University of South Carolina Beaufort student Gandy Stromberg of Mullins graduated with a BS in Public Health on December 14, 2024 in a ceremony on the Bluffton campus. USCB is the fastest growing four-year institution within the University of South Carolina System. It offers 20 baccalaureate degrees on three campuses- Bluffton, Beaufort and Hilton Head Island. Its 2,100 students hail from multiple states and more than a dozen international locations. Its award-winning faculty of scholars and professionals is committed to undergraduate teaching and research in small-class settings. USCB is ranked among the top 10 regional public colleges in the South. The university is located amid picturesque coastal barrier islands in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Read More >Black History Month Walk To Be Held In Mullins
February 12, 2025 6:08 pm
A Black HIstory Month Walk will be held in Mullins on February 27th. See the flyer.
Read More >Congressman Fry To Hold Mobile Office Hours In Marion County and Georgetown County
February 12, 2025 6:05 pm
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Russell Fry announced mobile office hour times and locations to make constituent services more accessible across the Grand Strand and Pee Dee. Staff members will be available to meet with constituents to assist with any problems they may be having with Social Security, Veteran benefits, Medicare, the IRS, or another federal agency or to answer any other questions they may have. Mobile office hours will be available at the following times and locations: Wednesday, February 26, 2024 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Georgetown County Waccamaw Council of Governments — Conference Room 1230 Highmarket Street Georgetown, SC 29440 Marion County Mullins City Hall — Auditorium 151 E Front Street Mullins, SC 29574 For an updated list of the Office of Congressman Russell Fry’s mobile office hours visit: https://fry.house.gov/services/mobileofficehours.htm Congressman Fry serves on both the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Judiciary Committee. To stay up to date with Congressman Fry and his work for the Seventh District, follow his official Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages and visit his website at fry.house.gov.
Read More >Former Marion Mayor Bobby L. Davis Honored At Council Meeting
February 12, 2025 6:02 pm
Former Marion Mayor Bobby L. Davis was honored at the Marion County Council meeting on February 11th honoring his life achievements and continued service to Marion. He was the first African American Mayor Pro-Tem, Interim Mayor, and Mayor for the City of Marion. (Photos provided by Marion County)
Read More >VIDEO: Marion County Council Meeting 2/11/2025
February 12, 2025 5:53 pm
The video of the Marion County Council meeting provided by Marion County https://youtu.be/OkNAW_UG7kI?si=PmKaBbwZTyx8U0nA
Read More >Mullins Man Wins $1 Million In Lottery
February 11, 2025 3:28 pm
COLUMBIA, SC (February 10, 2024) – When a Mullins man got a message from the South Carolina Education Lottery saying he’d won $1 million, he didn’t believe it. So he made a bet with a friend. “I told my friend I’d give him $500 if it was a hoax or $1,000 if it was real,” he said. And his friend made $1,000. The Mullins man became a millionaire when his lottery ticket was selected from the more than one million entries received in the $1,000,000 Money Maker Second-Chance Promotion. The promotion allowed players to enter their winning and non-winning $1,000,000 Money Maker scratch-offs for a chance to win $1 million. He says he’s spent some of the prize money paying off his car, paying off his house and giving to charity. “It’s the best feeling,” the winner told lottery officials.
Read More >Several Local Students Earn President’s And Dean’s List Honors From Clemson University
February 9, 2025 5:37 pm
Several local students earned President’s and Dean’s List honors at Clemson University for the Fall 2024 semester. When an undergraduate earns a 4.0 grade point average for the semester while successfully completing no fewer than 12 semester hours, excluding Pass/No Pass coursework, the student joins a select group of scholars who exceed high academic standards and achieves a position on the Clemson University President’s List. When an undergraduate earns a 3.5 grade point average for the semester while successfully completing no fewer than 12 semester hours, excluding Pass/No Pass coursework, the student joins a select group of scholars who demonstrate high academic standards and secures a position on the Clemson University Dean’s List. Here are the students: Destiney Rosezia Blakely, Dillon SC 29536, Psychology Major, Dean’s List Dohnavin Chalace Brown, Dillon SC 29536, Parks, Rec and Tour Mgt Major, Dean’s List John Ethan Owen Eller, Dillon SC 29536, Political Science Major, Dean’s List Cole A. Gasque, Dillon SC 29536, Agribusiness Major, President’s List Anna Mikaylen Grant, Dillon SC 29536, Nursing Major, President’s List Hadleigh B. Herndon, Dillon SC 29536, Agribusiness Major, Dean’s List Thomas Hugh Mcswain, Dillon SC 29536, Agric Mech and Business Major, Dean’s List Mason Dru Miller, Dillon SC 29536, Agribusiness Major, Dean’s List Dylan Alto Odin, Dillon SC 29536, Political Science Major, President’s List Sarah Elizabeth Price, Dillon SC 29536, Marketing Major, Dean’s List Ja’Quazeon Zamonny Wilson, Dillon SC 29536, Nursing Major, Dean’s List Alissa Michelle Anderson, Latta SC 29565, Health Science Major, President’s List Sarah Elizabeth Bracey, Latta SC 29565, Undeclared Undergraduate, Dean’s List Elizabeth Kathryn Brown, Latta SC 29565, Accounting Major, President’s List Ashton Kenly Haselden, Latta SC 29565, Undeclared General Engineering Major, President’s List Nathan Tyler Holloman, Latta SC 29565, Turfgrass Major, President’s List Adam Douglas Peacock, Latta SC 29565, Plant and Env Sciences Major, President’s List Cody Ray Snipes, Latta SC 29565, Undeclared General Engineering, Dean’s List Anna E. Camp, Lake View SC 29563, Elementary Education Major, Dean’s List Lukas Wade Carter, Lake View SC 29563, Biological Sciences Major, President’s List Camryn Shae Church, Lake View SC 29563, Health Science Major, Dean’s List Carly Micah Osbourn, Lake View SC 29563, Criminal Justice Major, President’s List Na’Kia Simone Hannah, Marion SC 29571, Health Science Major, President’s List Dixie Chears Collins, Mullins SC 29574, Biochemistry Major, Dean’s List Sidney G. Divine, Mullins SC 29574, Undeclared Undergraduate, Dean’s List Emmalyn R. Kirkley, Mullins SC 29574, Agribusiness Major, Dean’s List Gracie E. Rabon, Mullins SC 29574, Early Childhood Educ Major, President’s List Sealey H. Spivey, Mullins SC 29574, Agricultural Education Major, President’s List Zachary Wallace Ward, Mullins SC 29574, Biological Sciences Major, President’s List Grant Stuart Blevins, Nichols SC 29581, Communication Major, Dean’s List Shawn Richardson, Nichols SC 29581, History Major, Dean’s List Darren Yang, Nichols SC 29581, Undeclared General Engineering, Dean’s List Ivan Zhang, Nichols SC 29581, Computer Science Major, President’s List
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