Rick Gardner Retires As Scoutmaster

Boy Scouts from Troop 777 in Latta along with various friends and family members gathered at Latta United Methodist Church to celebrate Rick Gardner’s retirement as Scoutmaster.

Consumers Could Squelch Credit Card Swipe Fees  

After taxpayers were forced to spend billions bailing out Wall Street a few years ago, it’s easy to understand why consumers have little tolerance for new fees from banks their hard-earned money rescued.

South Carolina Exports Increase

Gov. Nikki Haley, the South Carolina Department of Commerce and the State Ports Authority today announced the state’s 2012 exports totaled nearly $25.3 billion in goods sold to 197 countries around the world, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Swindlers To Be Honored For 46 Years Of Sevice

The set time of Jubilee has been established in honor of Bishop William E. and Mother Carrie C. Swindler in recognition of 46 years of devoted service to the Kingdom of God.

Decals Needed For Admittance To Trash Sites Starting March 1

The public is reminded that effective March 1st Dillon County residents who wish to use the 11 convenience (trash) sites in Dillon County will soon have to have a decal to be admitted to the site.

Project Sentry Logo Contest Being Held

The United States Attorney’s Office is sponsoring its 10th Annual Project Sentry Logo Contest. 

What’s Wrong?

In a recent letter to all Dillon County residents on paying the $90 solid waste fee in their annual taxes, dated February 5, 2013, requiring a decal sticker be displayed to use at the recycling centers, I noticed that the Dillon County Council letterhead carried the names of two past members of council.

Berea Baptist Association Honors Rev. Louise Moultrie

The Berea Baptist Association Women District Missionary Convention wanted to recognize Reverend Louise Moultrie for all of her hard work, leadership, dedication, and outstanding service to the Berea Association by creating a scholarship on her behalf. 

Two Funeral Home Tents Stolen From Cemetery

Two funeral home tents were stolen from Magnolia Cemetery last week, according to a report by Deputy Philip Davis of the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office.