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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.

Deceased Veteran To Be Recognized At Memorial Day Ceremony

Each year on Memorial Day the Dillon County Veterans of the Year Organization (DCVOYO) recognizes the service of a Dillon County Veteran, now deceased, who distinguished himself/herself in service to our country. This year the DCVOYO has chosen to recognize the distinguished service of Andrew Zack (AZ) Britt, Jr.

PHOTO GALLERY: A Day Of Love For Titus Bethea

A Day of Love for Titus Bethea was held on Saturday, May 27th. The event was sponsored by the staff of Bartell Funeral Home, Modern Woodmen of America Chapter 5761, family and friends of Titus Bethea, and community members who were generous in their giving.

VIDEO: Dillon County Council Meeting, May 24, 2023

VIDEO: Dillon County Council Meeting, May 24, 2023

Arrest Made In Food Mart Murder, Shooting

Taquan Lamont Manning, age 25, has been charged with Murder, Attempted Murder, Malicious Injury to Property and Use of a Weapon during the Commission of a Violent Crime for an incident that occurred at Food Mart on Hwy. 34 West on Saturday, according to City of Dillon Police Chief David Lane.

Dillon High School Class Of 1981 Planning Reunion

DHS Class of 1981, the pandemic prevented our class’s 40th reunion. However, there’s no time like the present to reunite and celebrate.

One Dead, One Shot At Food Mart

0 BREAKING NEWS! Chief David Lane of the City of Dillon Police Department said that one person is dead and one person has been shot at the Food Mart on Highway 34 West, Dillon, today, Saturday. No further information is available at this time.

State Treasurer Announces Return Of Palmetto Baby Grant Program

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced the return of the annual Palmetto Baby Grant Program in celebration of National 529 Day.

Women In Philanthropy Announce Opening Of Grant Cycle

Women in Philanthropy (WIP), the Giving Circle Fund of Eastern Carolina Community Foundation, is pleased to announce the opening of the 2023 grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits in the Foundation’s seven counties (Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marlboro, Marion, and Williamsburg) are now invited to apply, with the deadline of June 30, 2023.