CELEBRATING AMERICA’S 250th BIRTHDAY: Drawing by Sophia, 4th Grade, Latta Elementary School
CELEBRATING AMERICA’S 250th BIRTHDAY Drawing by Sophia, 4th Grade, Latta Elementary School Teacher: Erin Shaul
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McLeod Regional Medical Center Opens Pediatric EmPATH Unit
McLeod Regional Medical Center has opened a pediatric behavioral health crisis stabilization unit. The hospital was one of 13 South Carolina hospitals to receive funding from the South Carolina Department…
Francis Marion University Assumes Ownership of Historic Duck Ponds Property
Francis Marion University has officially assumed ownership and stewardship of the expansive Duck Ponds property, an extraordinary 8,355-acre tract along the Great Pee Dee River that will serve as a…
SC Ports Consolidating Container Operations in the Short-Term
CHARLESTON, SC – JUNE 25, 2026 – South Carolina Ports is consolidating container operations to its Wando and North Charleston terminals in the short-term, while continuing to offer ample port capacity to…
Marion County Own, Dr. Michael D. Finkley, Announces New Inspirational Single “I AM,” Available Now
Marion County, South Carolina — Grammy Award Nominated Artist and Marion County resident Dr. Michael D. Finkley released his latest single, “I AM,” on Friday, June 26, 2026, on all…
South Carolina Republican Party Delegates Approve Rule Changes to Close Primaries Beginning July 1, 2026
Courtesy of the Dillon County Republican Party Dillon County, South Carolina The South Carolina Republican Party has formally issued its Call to Convention, during which delegates voted to adopt significant…
IN MEMORIAM: Michael Allen Parker
Dillon – Michael Allen Parker, 41, passed away at his home June 25, 2026. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Kannaday Funeral Home Chapel in…
Clemson Board Approves In-state Tuition Freeze for Seventh Consecutive Year
For the seventh consecutive year, Clemson University’s Board of Trustees approved a tuition freeze for in-state undergraduate students, continuing a commitment to affordability helping South Carolina students and families plan…
SPHL Fully Approves Pee Dee for 2026-2027 Season
HUNTERSVILLE, NC (June 24, 2026) – The SPHL on Wednesday announced that the Pee Dee IceCats, based in Florence, SC, have been fully approved for membership for the upcoming 2026-27…
Town of Lake View Holds Bounce and Splash Community Kids Party
The Town of Lake View held a Bounce and Splash Community Kids Party today, Saturday, June 27, at Centennial Park. There was a water slide, bouncy house, the splash pad,…
Local College Students Organizes Cleanup In Latta To Do Something Good For the Community
A local college student organized a cleanup in Latta on Saturday morning. Azarionna McRae said she wanted to do something good for the community and this inspired her to hold…
Tips To Trace Your Own History While Celebrating America’s History
Millions of Americans will spend some time in 2026 commemorating 250 years of United States history. The U.S. turns 250 in July 2026, and the summer figures to be an…
Enjoy Stuffed Burgers This Barbecue Season
Barbecue season has arrived, so soon people will be bonding in the backyard over hamburgers and hot dogs. Backyard barbecue season begins in spring and continues through summer and, where…
Latta Rotarians Honored with Paul Harris Fellow Recognitions
The Rotary Club of Latta recently recognized three dedicated members for their generous support of The Rotary Foundation through the prestigious Paul Harris Fellow recognition program. Receiving their first Paul…
Dillon High School Alumni Band Interest Meeting Scheduled For July 16th
By Kevin McLellan, Dillon Middle School Band Director CALLING ALL DILLON HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING CATS ALUMNI! Were you a member of the Dillon High School Band? We want EVERYONE to…
FBI Announces $10K Reward for Information on Recent Dillon County Shootings
DILLON, S.C. — The FBI Columbia field office announced today it is assisting Dillon County law enforcement authorities and offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to the state…
Multiple Arrests Made In Father’s Day Shootout In Dillon
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, officers with the City of Dillon Police Department responded to the area of South 9th Avenue in reference to shots fired. Officers located a large…
The City of Dillon Wellness Center Offers A Lot Of Activities
The City of Dillon Wellness Center offers a lot of activities such as pickleball, basketball, volleyball, exercise, walking track (inside and outside), weights, exercise equipment, and so much more. Stop…