Category: News

Jurors Called For Court On March 11th (Updated List)

Court will convene on March 11, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Dillon County Judicial Center with Judge Kirk Griffin presiding, per Gwen T. Hyatt, Clerk of Court.

Severe Weather Awareness And Flood Preparedness Week Underway

The week of March 3-9 has been designated as Severe Weather and Flood Preparedness Week South Carolina.

U.S. Attorney’s Office Sponsoring Logo Contest

The United States Attorney’s Office is sponsoring the 21st Annual Project Safe Neighborhoods (“PSN”) Logo Contest.

Major Charles Kever Hayes Inducted Into NOAA National Florida Keys Marine Sanctuary Memorial Garden

Major Charles Kever Hayes’ was among the 2024 inductees into NOAA National Florida Keys Marine Sanctuary Memorial Garden.

Three Arrested During Traffic Stop

On February 23, 2024, law enforcement with the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office, Latta Police Department, South Carolina Highway Patrol, and City of Dillon Police Department, as well as other agencies conducted safety checkpoints within the County of Dillon, This was done to ensure driver safety as well as safety of the public.

Top Five Scams Of 2023 Reported

The Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Carolinas (BBB) has released its list of the top 5 scams reported during 2023.

Global 6K For Water Planned

On May 18, 2024, World Vision’s Global 6K for Water will unite people around the world to walk/run on the same day for the same cause. Great Expectations Church in Dillon will be participating.

Purple Martins Spotted In South Carolina

In a sure sign that spring is not far behind, the first Purple Martins of the year have been spotted in South Carolina.

Virtual Race To Benefit State Parks

Run, Walk,, paddle, or roll to complete your Run for Trees: Happy Little 5K, a virtual race inspired by the late artist, Bob Ross, and his love for nature, taking place between Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 26).

SLED Charges Former Sheriff’s Deputy With Misconduct In Office And Obstructing Justice

Agents with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Anthony Inman, 41, on February 7, 2024, with Misconduct in Office, and Obstructing Justice.