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It was a significant night in Dillon County as the Democratic primary run-offs set the stage for the general election in November with candidates who will make history should they win the general election in November.
VIDEO: Dillon County Council Regular Meeting, June 24, 2020
Here are the unofficial election results for the Tuesday, June 23rd.
The Dillon County Council will meet Wednesday, June 24, at 4:00 p.m.
Run-off elections in Dillon County Council District One, Dillon County Council District Three, and in the Sheriff’s race for the Democratic nomination are being held today (Tuesday). As of lunchtime, voter turnout was reported to be very light across the county.
The State Election Commission wants to make sure voters understand the rules for voting in the Primary Runoffs on Tuesday, June 23.
The accusations flew and tempers flared at a hearing regarding the removal of County Administrator Tony Clyburn, who received a strong show of public support at the hearing.
Dillon County Administrator Tony Clyburn fired back at council at a press conference at a local church on Friday where he defended himself on the reasons for his removal.
The public hearing has been set on the removal of Tony Clyburn. The meeting will be held at the Dillon County Council Office on June 17 at 9:00 a.m.
Unofficial Election Results: June 9, 2020