Category: Opinion

Editorials and opinions from the editor of The Dillon Herald, Dillon, SC, guest columns, and letters to the editor

POLL: Do you think another shutdown is necessary to prevent the rapid spread of COVID-19?

POLL: Do you think another shutdown is necessary to prevent the rapid spread of COVID-19?

POLL RESULTS: In light of the rapid spread of the omicron variant, do you think enough is being done to encourage people to get COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots?

In light of the rapid spread of the omicron variant, do you think enough is being done to encourage people to get COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots?

Opinion: Celebrating Local Leaders

This year’s theme “Celebrating Local Leaders,” reminds us to celebrate the unique role school boards play in championing and advocating for quality education and the ownership they take for governing their local public schools.

Four Leadership Goals For The New Year

We all have room to improve, and there’s something about a new, blank calendar that motivates us to do so. That’s why many of us recently made resolutions to better ourselves in some way — perhaps to exercise more or kick a bad habit.

POLL: What is your favorite Christmas activity?

What is your favorite Christmas activity?

Do you think stores should be open on Thanksgiving?

Poll Results: Are you planning to shop early for the holidays due to possible shortages?

Are you planning to shop early for the holidays due to possible shortages?

Poll: Fourth Stimulus Check?

Do you think the government should issue a fourth stimulus check?

S.C. Comptroller Believes I-73 Completion Is In State’s Best Interest

Supporters of a proposed stretch of interstate connecting I-95 to Myrtle Beach recently got a couple of pieces of welcome, long-awaited news.

POLL RESULTS: Do you think officials should push to build I-73, four-lane Highway 9, or neither?

Do you think officials should push to build I-73, four-lane Highway 9, or neither?