Category: News

One Person Dead, Two Injured In Shooting (Updated)

One person is dead and two people were injured in a shooting earlier this (Monday) evening.

Rain Floods Dillon

Rain flooded Dillon this (Thursday) afternoon. Bucky Rourke took the opportunity to go innertubing down Highway 301.

Firefighters Are Special

About a month ago I attended a lecture on “Pride & Ownership” in Spartanburg, S.C. that was presented by Chief Rick Lasky of Lewisville, Texas. Chief Lasky has 30+ years in the fire service.

Is the United States Postal Service Broke?

I read that the USPS is not broke. In those four years of loudly deplored “Losses”, the service actually produced a 700-million operational profit (despite the worst economy since the great depression). What’s going on here?

Wrought Iron Fencing Being Stolen From Governor’s Grave

Wrought iron fencing that surrounds the graves of a South Carolina governor and his family is being stolen from the Haselden Cemetery in Sellers.

National Bike To School Day Observed

On May 9, for the first time ever, communities across the country joined together to celebrate National Bike to School Day and East Elementary participated.

‘Stamp Out Hunger’ Food Drive Is May 12th

May 12 will mark an important milestone for the NALC’s Stamp Out Hunger national food drive.

May 19 Is National Hepatitis Testing Day

National Hepatitis Testing Day will be observed on May 19 in South Carolina to emphasize the importance of being tested for viral hepatitis B and C, the state Department of Health and Environmental Control announced today.

Crazy Cardinal!

Local photographer Art Shealy shares this story and photo about a “crazy cardinal.”

Luncheon Honors Law Enforcement

Dillon County Law Enforcement was honored with a luncheon on Tuesday, May 8th by the Kemper Baptist Seniors “Young at Heart” group.