In this week’s issue of The Dillon County Shopper, you will find articles on the following.
State Library Hosts Smithsonian Poster Exhibit
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The Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) has joined the educational organization Facing History and Ourselves to dramatically increase access to the themes and content in its national initiative Choosing to Participate with a set of posters designed to encourage dialogue, engagement, respect and participation in classrooms and communities. This poster exhibit is currently on display at the SC State Library located at 1500 Senate Street in Columbia.
Dillon County’s First African-American Deputy Dies
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Earlia Ray Vanderhall, the first African-American deputy to work for the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office, died Saturday, February 12, 2011 at McLeod Medical Center, Dillon.
NFPA Launches ‘Voice of Sparky’ Contest
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March 18 marks the 60th birthday of Sparky the Fire Dog®, the official mascot of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), who has been teaching children, parents and teachers on fire prevention and public safety for the past six decades. To kick-off this year-long celebration, today, the NFPA is launching a “Voice of Sparky” contest to find one special firefighter to be the voice behind this iconic Dalmatian spokesdog.
Study Shows Libraries As Crucial Link For Jobs And State Services
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COLUMBIA, S.C. – Based on new state research as part of a national report, South Carolina’s public libraries are utilized today as resources for workforce and economic development, and as the crucial link to essential electronic government (e-government) services.
First Bank Names Shannon Bryant Branch Officer
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First Bank recently announced the promotion of Shannon Bryant to Branch Officer at its Dillon location. Bryant joined First Bank in 2008, working as Head Teller.
Federal Jury Finds MS-13 Gang Members Guilty Of Murder For Hire
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United States Attorney Bill Nettles announced that a jury found Martin Teran and Josue Benitez guilty Thursday afternoon in federal court in Columbia, South Carolina.
LAKE VIEW TOWN COUNCIL: 2010 YEAR IN GOVERNMENT
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Here are the highlights from the Lake View Town Council minutes for 2010.
Libby’s Recipes: Dorothy Jean George’s Strawberry Cake
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Here is a beautiful red cake you might want to bake for your sweethearts for Valentine’s Day. It is Mrs. Dorothy Jean George’s recipe.
Letter To The Editor: A Story Of True Love
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As we all know another Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. This is the time of year we try and let our sweetheart know what they mean to us, by giving them flowers, cards, balloons, candy and etc. I would like to share a true love story with you.