DHEC Stresses Importance Of Being Prepared For Severe Weather As Hurricane Season Begins

The 2023 hurricane season officially began on June 1, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Control (DHEC) reiterates the South Carolina Emergency Management Division’s (EMD) important message of being prepared for severe weather events this summer and fall. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.

Man Charged With Two Counts of Murder

0 BREAKING NEWS! Michael Jason Blunt, age 25, has been charged on two counts of Murder, one count of Attempted Murder, Possession of Firearm or Ammunition by a convicted Felon and Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime in reference to an incident that occurred in the City of Dillon on…

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Vouchers To Be Distributed June 7th

This year’s Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) begins June 1, 2023. SFMNP is designed to help supplement the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce while supporting South Carolina’s local farmers.

From Adversity To Success: Dillon Man Achieving His Dream As An Actor

Darryle Jermaine is no stranger to adversity, but he has used his experiences to not only better his own life but to serve as a inspiration for others who are chasing their dreams.

PHOTO GALLERY: Surprise Retirement Celebration Held For Edison Arnette

A surprise retirement celebration was held for Lake View High School Principal Edison Arnette on May 30. Here are some photos of the event.

Work Underway At Former Dillon High School Campus

REHAB Builders, Inc. of Winston-Salem, North Carolina is at work on the former campus of Dillon High School.

PHOTO GALLERY: Memorial Day 2023

PHOTO GALLERY: Memorial Day 2023

Flags Prepared For Veterans Graves

AMERICAN LEGION COMMANDER WILLIAM ASA McDUFFIE of Post 32 in Dillon with auxiliary member Gracen Grainger preparing flags for the veterans graves. Auxiliary Unit 32 purchased the flags.

Memorial Day Ceremony Is Monday, May 29th

Commander Jim Chavis of the Dillon County Veteran of the Year Organization has announced that US Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Ret.) Joey L. Williams will be the speaker for the Memorial Day ceremonies planned for 11 a.m. on Monday, May 29th at Dillon’s Veterans Square, located at 401 W. Main Street.