DEATH NOTICES: 9/9/2024
DEATH NOTICES Annie R. Williams died on Friday, September 6, 2024 at McLeod Medical Center in Dillon, SC. Bartell Funeral Home, LLC of Dillon, SC is in charge of these…
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Little Pee Dee State Park Hosting ‘Hobblin Gobblin’ 5K
It’s time to get registered for the Hobblin Goblin 5K at Little Pee Dee State Park! The 5K will be held on October 26 at 10 a.m. Run through Little…
East Coast Warehouse & Distribution Selects Charleston County To Establish First South Carolina Operation
COLUMBIA, S.C. – East Coast Warehouse & Distribution, a leading temperature-controlled logistics provider, today announced it selects Charleston County to establish the company’s first South Carolina operation. The $14.5 million…
FMU Opens New School of Business/School of Education Building
On Thursday, Francis Marion University held its quarterly Board of Trustees meeting and retreat at The Cottage on FMU’s campus. During the meeting, the Trustees approved the next phase of…
SCETV Series ‘Reconnecting Roots’ Returns For Season 4 With Eight New Episodes
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Continuing its journey into American history, the half-hour series Reconnecting Roots has returned for season 4. The show features eight new episodes. Hosted by Gabe McCauley, the…
A MOMENT IN HISTORY: Alton Finklea Recalls Edwards House As A Boy Growing Up In Latta
Editor’s Note: Alton Finklea is native of Latta and returned to Latta when he retired. The following is his recollection of the house during an earlier time. By Alton Finklea…
Apply Pressure Barber Shop Wins 14-6 Over the Boom Squad
The Boom Squad faced off against the Apply Pressure Barber Shop team in the 11- and 12-year old division of the tackle football league in the City of Dillon on…
Buttermilk Chicken Kebabs Will Be The Hit Of Your Backyard Barbecue
Backyard barbecues remain popular even when the summer slowly begins to wind down. Though traditional favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs always have a place at the table, grilling afficionados…
A Summer of Growth: My Experiences with the South Carolina Court of Appeals and the Sixth Circuit Solicitor’s Office
By Jacorie McCall This summer, I had the honor of working for Chief Judge Bruce Williams at the South Carolina Court of Appeals. Judge Williams, a Wofford College graduate, is…
Youth Tackle Football Begins
The City of Dillon opened the youth tackle football program on Tuesday, September 3, at 6:00 p.m. with the 9- and 10-year-old teams playing on the City of Dillon Recreational…
Dillon Lady Wildcats Defeat Georgetown In Volleyball
The Dillon Lady Wildcats defeated the Georgetown Lady Bulldogs 3-1 in varsity volleyball action played in Dillon on Wednesday, September 4. The scores were: game 1, Dillon 25 and Georgetown…
Pickleball Providing Fun At The Wellness Center
Pickleball is underway at the City of Dillon Wellness Center. Some of the group arrive as early as 5:00 a.m. while others come later. In fact, play continues until 9:30…
Prayer In The Square To Be Held In Mullins On September 10th
A moment of remembrance of the 9-11 tragedy will be held in Mullins on September 10th.
Dillon County Woman Charged With SNAP Fraud
Special Agents with the South Carolina Department of Social Services, Office of Inspector General, arrested a Dillon County woman recently with fraudulently receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Sasha…
VFW Luncheon Held At Fresh Beginnings Christian Center
Contributed Article On August 28, 2024, the Dillon County VFW Post 6091 hosted a luncheon at Fresh Beginnings Christian Center in Dillon for 50 veterans and their families. Valuable information…
South Carolina State Transport Police Officer Dies in Line of Duty
COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is saddened to share that South Carolina State Transport Police Officer Mark Reynolds, 43, died Wednesday evening after a medical emergency…
South Carolina Internet Crimes Against Children Safety Presentation To Be Held Ellis Performing Arts Center
The Latta Schools Educational Foundation in partnership with the Latta Police Department invite parents, the community, and law enforcement to a comprehensive training on Digital Citizenship, Online Safety, and Social…
Forgiven Souls Riding Club Of Dillon Makes Donation to Dillon County Council On Aging
The Forgiven Souls Riding Club of Dillon, S.C., donates $1,246 raised during a motorcycle ride for the Dillon County Council On Aging on Saturday, August 17. The stops on the…