An in-depth newspaper investigation revealed that a state-operated home for aged military veterans was providing sub-standard care and that taxpayer money that was to go to improve the home was spent elsewhere. The result was the replacement of the state’s veterans secretary and numerous corrections at the home.
Category: Editorials/Opinions
The editorials and opinions of the editor of The Dillon Herald and guest columnists
Op-Ed: The Societal Value of American Legion Baseball
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The American Legion plays a special role in the lives of military veterans. It’s a source of fellowship, advocacy, healing, and support, as well as a venue through which its members give back to their communities.
Editorial Cartoon: No Chickens?
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Opinion: Newsprint Tariff Will Hurt Newspapers
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Local newspapers are the backbone of their communities and the tie that bonds the citizens of these communities together.
Op-Ed: Newsprint Tariff Will Be Detrimental To Newspapers
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There are two things you need to know about newspapers.
Newspapers are important to community life and democracy. Always have been.
Editorial: Election Time
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Election time is just around the corner.
Op-Ed: When Local Businesses Thrive, So Does The Community
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If you’ve got shopping to do, the national “big-box” and ecommerce retailers can seem like an appealing option. They’re often located close to the Interstate.
Op-Ed: Small Newspapers Make A Big Difference
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Of the many factors that contribute to a community’s quality of life, one that’s often under-appreciated is the local newspaper.
Editorial: Dillon County Needs Professional Economic Development Director
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Dillon County Economic Development Director Tonny McNeil resigned last week, and the county began advertising for a replacement; however, instead of advertising for an Economic Development Director, the county is advertising for an Economic Development Project Manager.
Op-Ed: Exempting Non- Profits From FOIA
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There is a wolf in sheep’s clothing working its way through our state legislature. The bill purports to be a transparency bill, but it is anything but… and it will hide how millions of taxpayer dollars are spent.