United Christian Sisterhood Donates School Supplies

On Thursday, January 24, several members of the United Christian Sisterhood, a Christian-oriented organization of Lake View, visited the Lake View Middle School to present supplies to the students.  

Latta Clerk-Treasurer Has Public Grievance Hearing

The Latta Clerk/Treasurer Ernest Barrentine had his public grievance hearing on Thursday night in front of a room of spectators in the Latta Town Hall council room.

Decals To Be Required For Admittance To County Convenience Trash Sites

Dillon County residents who wish to use the 11 convenience (trash) sites in Dillon County will soon have to have a decal to be admitted to the site.

Robert Elvington Lever

Robert Elvington Lever, 26, of Sumter, SC, died January 17, 2013.  Elvington was born on June 2, 1986.

City Looking Into Facade Program

The City of Dillon is looking into instituting a facade program for businesses in the historic district.

City Considering Splash Pad At Dillon Wellness Center

The City of Dillon is considering putting in a splash pad at the City of Dillon Wellness Center.

Station Nine Retires Fire Truck

In 2007 the Station Nine (Oak Grove) Fire Department was given a 1978 GMC 1000 Gallon Pumper by Belvidere & Chappell Hill Fire Department in Belvidere, North Carolina.

Get Involved

Whether it’s the Dillon County Council, the Dillon City Council, the Latta Town Council or the Lake View Town Council, many people do not pay enough attention to their local government.

Latta Action Does Not Pass The Smell Test

The recent action taken by the Latta Town Council does not pass the smell test. The fact that Mr. Barrentine agreed to continue taking the minutes of the meeting, after the council voted 4 to 3 not to renew his contract, and also agreeing to remain until a replacement could be hired speaks loudly about his character and his continued desire to serve the community.