Loris Lady Lions Get Win Over Dillon
The Loris Lady Lions won over the Dillon Lady Wildcats 3-2 in varsity volleyball action played in Loris on Tuesday, September 17. The scores were: set 1, Loris 25, Dillon…
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Dillon County Violent Crime Rate Dropped 29% In 2023
COLUMBIA, SC – Dillon County’s violent crime rate dropped 29.18% in 2023, according to the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Annual Crime Report released yesterday. Dillon had the…
Yellow Jessamine Garden Club Holds First Meeting Of The Year
The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club held its first meeting this year on September 3rd at the Dillon Wellness Center. President Mary Ricks opened the meeting by welcoming all who attended…
Local Student Alexander B. Norris Receives National Honor
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced student, Alexander B. Norris from Dillon, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top…
Marion County Administration Voter Registration Office Releases Important Dates For Election
The Marion County Administration Voter Registration Office has released some important dates for the upcoming election on November 5th, which inclufes the City of Mullins Mayor and City District 1,…
DPH Highlights Success Stories for Newborn Screening Awareness Month
COLUMBIA, S.C. – September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is celebrating the successes of its Newborn Screening Program and highlighting stories…
South Carolina Improves Voting System While Confidence from Voters Remains High
A survey of voters who participated in the June Statewide Primaries shows that voters have confidence in the integrity of elections in South Carolina. 82 percent of voters surveyed are…
Making School Threats Can Mean Facing Charges
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is aware of over 60 threats targeting schools throughout 23 counties since September 4, 2024. These threats are extremely serious and will be…
McLeod Health Makes Contribution to Northeastern Technical College
CHERAW, September 11, 2024 – As a partner in nursing education for the region, McLeod Health has made a contribution to an area nursing school. Support of valuable educational offerings…
Dillon School District Four Hosts 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year Recognition Ceremony
Lauren Ray, English Language Arts teacher at Lake View High School, was named the 2024-2025 District Teacher of the Year at the district recognition ceremony that was held on Monday,…
Shellfish Harvesting Season Begins October 1
Oyster lovers, get ready: The 2024-2025 season for recreational harvest of shellfish (clams and oysters) in South Carolina’s coastal waters will open one-half hour before official sunrise on Tuesday, October…
Keurig Dr Pepper Continues Growing Spartanburg County Operations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), a leading producer of hot and cold beverages, today announced the continued growth of its state-of-the-art, single serve coffee roasting and manufacturing operations…
Scarlett Price Models In NYC
Scarlett Price modeled for OhShana! By Moutushi at Sony Hall – Runway 7 on September 4th at 6 p.m. near Times Square NYC. This is her first runway show, but…
Richland County Coroner Encourages Students At S.C. State Fall Convocation
ORANGEBURG, S.C. – South Carolina State University’s 2024 Fall Convocation was full of encouraging words from Richland County’s coroner. Coroner Naida Rutherford spoke to students at SC State’s Fall Convocation…
BBB Warns Consumers of Voicemail Hacking Scams
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (September 16, 2024) – Impersonation has always been a common and effective tactic used by scammers. Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Carolinas (BBB) wants you to know…
Habitat For Humanity Accepts Suitable Land Donations
The Marion-Dillon County Habitat for Humanity is always open to suitable land donations to help homeowners obtain safe, affordable housing. If you live in the City of Dillon and have…
DPH Focused on Reducing Obesity to Help S.C. Residents Live Healthier Lives
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Following the release of data on obesity in the United States, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is reminding the public of the threat obesity…
One Man Charged With Murder, Another Charged With Accessory In Latta Shooting
On Saturday, September 14th, around 8:46 p.m., deputies responded to 229 Sardis Road, Latta Arms Apartments, in the Latta community, in reference to shots being fired. Upon arrival, deputies located…