Category: News

Suspicious Fire Under Investigation

A home on Coates Street in Dillon burned on August 16th.

Latta Police Remind Public To Use Caution As School Begins

The 2010-2011 school year begins for students on August 16th, and the Latta Police Department along with the S.C. Department of Public Safety would like to remind the public of a few tips to help ensure the safety of children as they travel to and from school.

Town Of Latta Has New Clerk/Treasurer

Latta has a new town clerk/treasurer.

Latta Has New Municipal Judge

The Town of Latta has a new municipal judge.

Mega Site Enhances Region’s Ability To Compete For Major Industrial Projects

The 1,920 acre Carolinas I-95 Mega Site, located in northeastern South Carolina in Dillon County, is now a certified industrial site. The property enhances the region’s ability to compete for major industrial projects that need 1,000 acres or more.

Four People Die In Wreck (Updated)

Four people were killed in a wreck on Tuesday night in Dillon County, according to State Trooper Cpl. Paul Brouthers of the S.C. Highway Patrol.

Latta Police Department Recognized As SCLEOA Honor Roll Department

LATTA—The Latta Police Department was recognized recently as an Honor Roll Department by the S.C. Law Enforcement Officers Association (SCLEOA).

Meeting On Gas Clean-up At Highway 301 North Bridge Held

DHEC held a community meeting recently on the gas clean-up at the Highway 301 North Bridge.

Grants Awarded

The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation has approved grant applications totaling $1,710,933 for health-related programs in South Carolina.
The grants are for periods of one to three years.

WIX Among S.C. Manufacturer Of The Year Nominees

The Salute to Manufacturing, South Carolina’s premier manufacturing recognition event honoring the state’s top small, medium and large manufacturing companies for their manufacturing excellence, economic impact, commitment to workforce development and community stewardship, has announced the 2010 nominees. Nominees and winners will be honored September 22 with a luncheon at the Radisson in Columbia. Wix Filtration of Dillon is among the Manufacturer of the Year nominees.