Category: News

Agencies Educating Residents About Dangers Of Radon

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to educate residents about the dangers of radon exposure.

‘Pee Wee’ Webster Recognized For Service To County

The Dillon County Council presented outgoing County Councilman James “Pee Wee” Webster a plaque and a clock with a county seal in recognition and appreciation of his 20 years of service to Dillon County.

East 4-K Teacher Achieves National Board Certification

Ashley Hardee, a 4-K teacher at East Elementary, has recently achieved National Board Certification.

Jackson To Serve As Temporary Mayor Pro-Tem

Douglas Jackson will temporarily serve as Mayor Pro-Tem for the Dillon City Council.
Randolph Gurley was serving as Mayor Pro-Tem, but is currently on suspension.

NORAD To Track Santa’s Flight

For the 55th consecutive year, the men and women of the North American Aerospace Defense Command are getting ready to track Santa! The NORAD Tracks Santa website, www.noradsanta.org, went live today and features holiday games and activities that change daily.

Winning Powerball Ticket Must Be Claimed By December 23

If you purchase Powerball® tickets from Tiger Mart #21 at 905 Radfort Blvd. in Dillon, you should check your summer tickets.

Power-Up Pee Dee Grant Explained

Power Up- Pee Dee is a grant from the Department of Labor that is designed to sponsor citizens in training programs that will prepare them for occupations related to the electric power industry. The grant will pay for eligible individuals to attend either Northeastern Tech or Florence-Darlington Tech and enroll in the “Power Up- Pee Dee” programs.

Woodmen Of The World Donate Socks To Retirement Homes

Woodmen of the World Field Representatives Charles Taylor and James W. Bethea, Jr. arrived at Cooke & Associates DBA as Sunny Acres for the annual sock giveaway.

Clay Young Returning As Dillon County Administrator

Clay Young is returning to Dillon County as county administrator. The Dillon County Council voted 7-0 on Tuesday afternoon to offer him a contract.

Herald’s Food And Toy Drive Is Big Success

The Dillon Herald and East Dillon Baptist Church’s toy and food drive was a success.