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News from the local area

McLeod Wins Award

Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) recognized the OB/GYN Unit at McLeod Medical Center Dillon as a 2013 PRC Platinum Achievement Award Winner for Patient Perception on at an awards luncheon June 4, 2013, held at the National PRC Conference.

Photo Slide Show: Golf Cart Parade

Here are some scenes from the July 4th golf cart parade in Dillon.

Manning Chapel UMC Celebrates Memorial Day

On Sunday, June 9th, Manning Chapel UMC in Latta celebrated Memorial Day with a special Memorial Day Celebration.

Dillon City Residents Reminded Of Fireworks Hours

The public is reminded of the hours during which fireworks can be shot in the City of Dillon.

Man Who Took Gun To Doctor’s Office Sentenced To Time Served Recently

The man who took a gun into Dillon Family Medicine on  November 11, 2010 and was eventually shot by a Dillon County Sheriff’s Deputy was sentenced recently.

Dillon City Police Car Burned

One Dillon City Police patrol car was burned and fuel was poured on a total of nine police vehicles early Wednesday morning, according to Detective James Hayes of the City of Dillon Police Department.

County Approves Marlboro Electric’s Spec Building Proposal At Spirited Meeting

The third reading of an ordinance authorizing the execution of an agreement and contract by and between Dillon County and Marlboro Development Team, Inc. providing for construction of an industrial building passed in a 4-2 vote just moments ago (Wednesday evening) at the regular meeting of the Dillon County Council, but only after a public hearing and a spirited discussion by council. (with photos and video)

Pit Bull Dogs In Dillon Must Be Registered No Later Than June 30th

Pit Bull owners are reminded that they must register their dogs if they live in the city limits of Dillon no later than June 30th.

Survivor Dinner Held

Mount Calvary Baptist Church hosted the annual Relay For Life Survivor Dinner.  

Curtis Lee Is No Stranger To Cancer

Mr. Curtis Lee is no stranger to cancer.  His wife Mabel has been a survivor since May of 1973.  They have been avid supporters of Relay For Life from the very beginning. They always participated in survivor functions.