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Category: Opinion
Editorials and opinions from the editor of The Dillon Herald, Dillon, SC, guest columns, and letters to the editor
Editorial: The Time Is Now
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At the September meeting of the Dillon City Council, Mayor Todd Davis laid out his plan to take the first steps to revitalize Main Street.
Editorial: A Public Vote
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A public vote. It seems like a simple concept. A board, council, commission, etc. has an issue, makes a decision, and votes on it openly in a public session. Generally, the public leaves the meeting knowing how the members voted and who voted how. This was not the case for many who attended the public hearing on the voter registration challenge by Sarita Bethea against James M. “Hoghead” Campbell in the Dillon County Council District One election.
Opinion: City And Dillon County Need To Come Together For The Sake Of The Theatre
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It is time that the City of Dillon and Dillon County come together for the sake of the Dillon County Theatre.
Editorial: An Opportunity To Be Great
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It has been about two weeks now that our interim county administrator Rodney Berry has been on the job.
Editorial: Efforts Worthy Of Note
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.