Category: Editorials/Opinions

The editorials and opinions of the editor of The Dillon Herald and guest columnists

Editorial: Efforts Worthy Of Note

In the past couple of weeks since the hurricane, we have all seen so many people step up to the plate to help serve the community and restore some normalcy to the lives of those affected by the storm. We have seen law enforcement, first responders, disaster preparedness officials, Red Cross workers, and many others very visible in our community.

Editorial: Many Thanks

Hurricane Matthew came in with much more force than many in Dillon County expected, and while it brought out the worst in some people, it brought out the best in many others.

Editorial: Dillon County’s Loss

On Friday, Dillon County Council and County Administrator Clay Young parted ways. It should be a sad day for Dillon County. Clay Young has probably brought more progress to Dillon County under his leadership than any other county official in recent years.

Editorial: Inland Port Is Great News For Dillon County

Last week, the S.C. Ports Authority announced that they were moving forward with Inland Port Dillon. This is great news for Dillon County as many of you read last week and in today’s issue.

Editorial: The American Labor Force

For many people, Labor Day marks the end of the summer, but in the midst of barbecues and festivities, let us remember the importance of the American labor force which it honors.

Editorial: Protect Our Local Businesses

0 You see them on holidays where flowers are appropriate such as Valentine’s Day. You probably saw them this past week with Mother’s Day upon us—the peddlers who seem to flock into the City of Dillon on every holiday trying to sell baskets, balloons, etc. You may be asking what harm do they do and…

Editorial: More Focus Needed On Our Main Streets

Have you driven down one of our Main Streets lately in Dillon, Latta, or Lake View and taken a look around at what you see? If you have then one of the things that may have struck you is the number of empty buildings on all three of these Main Streets.

Op-Ed: Transparency

Transparency. I use this word every time I am in a meeting with a South Carolina Senator or House member here in Columbia. I can’t avoid it.

Editorial: Don’t Be An Easy Target

There have been a number of break-ins in our area in recent months.

Op-Ed: Questions For Candidates

A few years ago, Comptroller Richard Eckstrom ran a guest editorial called “Questions For Candidates.” With local primary elections coming up in June, some have asked that we reprint this editorial again.