It has been said “Once a Marine, always a Marine,” and it has also been said that “Every Marine is a rifleman.”
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Report Finds Global Smokers Consider Quitting Due To Graphic Health Warnings On Packages
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Health warnings on cigarette packages prompt smokers to think about quitting, according to a 14-nation study. Effective warning labels as a component of comprehensive tobacco control can help save lives by reducing tobacco use, said a report released by CDC.
Memorial Day Observed
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A Memorial Day service was held on Monday morning at Veterans Square at the Dillon City-County Complex.
County Memorial Day Ceremony Is May 30th
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The annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held on Monday, May 30th at 11 a.m. at Veterans Square in Dillon.
Strong Storm Passes Through County
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A strong storm passed through parts of Dillon County on Saturday bringing high winds, heavy rain, and marble to golf ball sized hail.
Steve Anderson Speaks To AARP Chapter
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The Dillon Area Chapter #5336 of AARP, Inc. met on Monday, May 9, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the Council for the Aging with eighteen members and one guest in attendance.
Swimmer’s Ear Responsible For Nearly Half Billion In Health Care Costs
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Swimmer’s ear leads to about 2.4 million doctor visits each year and is responsible for nearly $500 million dollars in annual health care costs, according to estimates released by CDC recently.
First Bancorp Announces Cash Dividend
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The Board of Directors of First Bancorp (NASDAQ – FBNC), the parent company of First Bank, has declared a cash dividend on its common stock of $0.08 per share payable July 25, 2011 to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2011.
CDC Identifies 10 Public Health Achievements Of First Decade of 21st Century
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The major public health achievements of the first 10 years of the 21st century included improvements in vaccine preventable and infectious diseases, reductions in deaths from certain chronic diseases, declines in deaths and injuries from motor vehicle crashes, and more, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
T.Y.L.A. Program Holds Vent Session
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On May 21, the T.Y.L.A. Program sponsored a vent session discussing criminal background issues, how they have affected your life.