Category: Special Interest

Locally written columns of special interest to Dillon County citizens

Summer Bouquets From The Garden

Make every day and summer gatherings special with the help of garden-fresh flower arrangements.

A Gathering of Gordon High’s Alumni: The Challenge to Keep the Legacy Alive

On Saturday, July 8, 2023, there will be a convening of Gordon High School alumni at Brandi’s Banquet Hall here in Dillon.

Cobia Fishing in Little River, SC

If you’re looking for a pelagic gamefish within the same range from land as King Mackerel, with the table quality of Grouper, and the strength of a shark, then look no farther than the Cobia.

Plan And Plant A Hummingbird Garden

Whether you are making some late additions to your gardens or planning for the future include some hummingbird-favorite plants. Select plants and create combinations to attract and support them with a season-long supply of nectar.

Why My Car Took Me To Court

In my column today, I want to veer a little from the ordinary as I consider an issue that we all can perhaps identify with in a metaphorical and satirical fashion.

Intercession, Intervention, and Impact: A Tried Tactic That Thwarts The Enemy

In my column today, I want to consider an idea that came to me after reading an article in The Dillon Herald on June 8, 2023. The article was entitled, “Dillon Manor Apartments Host Empowerment in Action.”

Managing Insects And Diseases In The Garden

A bit of prevention goes a long way in minimizing insect and disease problems in the garden. Enlist a holistic approach known as Plant Health Care to manage your ornamental and edible gardens.

Fishing The Striper Migration

As the first hints of spring start to emerge, a remarkable event begins to take place in the rivers surrounding Columbia, SC. It’s the annual striper run.

Managing the Heat of Hot Peppers

Don’t worry if the rest of your family does not appreciate the spicy heat your favorite hot peppers add to entrees, beverages and desserts. Proper pepper selection, care and preparation can help you turn down the heat as needed.

The Challenge Of Being Biracial In A Culture Of Ethnic Division

Before I get into the crux of my subject, I want to make a preliminary assertion that has a bearing on my article today. Both my wife and I are the result of a biracial lineage.