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News from the local area

Photo Slide Show: 9-11 Twelfth Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony

Here is a photo slide show from the 9-11 Twelfth Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony.

Burglary Reported At Dees Pond

According to a report by First Sergeant Chaddie Hayes of the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office, sometime between August 5 and August 14 someone broke into a motor home and trailer at Dees Pond on Gary Road in the Oak Grove area.

First Steps Honorary Chairs Announced

Dillon County First Steps announces the 6th Annual Business Fundraiser Honorary Chairs.

Tax Preparers Sentenced In Federal Court

United States Attorney Bill Nettles stated that Nina Monique Allen, age 32, and Wendy Marie Johnson, age 38, both of Dillon, have been sentenced in federal court in Florence.

Fatal Wreck Occurs On Griffin Road In Latta (Updated)

A fatal wreck has occurred in the Latta area on Griffin Road, off of Sunset Drive in Latta.

County’s Unemployment Rate Drops

Dillon County’s rate dropped from 13.0 percent in June to 12.1 percent in July

One Dead, Four Injured In Shooting

One person is dead and four others are injured in a shooting that occurred in Latta early Saturday morning, according to Detective Cliff Arnette. Two people have been arrested.

VFW All State Awards Presented To Local Chapter

The VFW All State Awards are recognizing the officers and members of the Dillon VFW Post for its outstanding accomplishments.

Iacob Marcovici, M.D. Joins McLeod OB/GYN Dillon

McLeod Physician Associates and McLeod Medical Center Dillon are pleased to announce that Iacob Marcovici, M.D. has joined McLeod OB/GYN Dillon.

Public Urged To Take Precautions To Avoid Vehicle Break-ins

There have been several vehicle break-ins in the area recently, and police are working diligently to help solve these crimes.