Local Physicians Talk About Anemia

Blood is the “fluid of life,” delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues with every heartbeat. Many are aware of the importance of blood, but few realize how critical it is that we have normal levels of blood in the circulation in order to maintain good health and have excellent quality of life.

Woman Sentenced In Columbia Gift Card Ponzi Scheme

United States Attorney Bill Nettles stated today that Annette Marie Benson, formerly Annette Marie Bussart, age 44, now of Summerville, was sentenced today to three years in jail for Wire Fraud, a violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1343.

First Baby Of New Year Born

Tha’Shayla Nevaeh Chy’Nique McLaurin, born on January 2, 2012, is the first baby of the new year.

Firemen Fighting Blaze On Hwy. 57 South

Dillon County firefighters, with help from the Dillon City Fire Department, are battling a fire on Highway 57 South.

Latta Fire Truck Named In Memory Of Buck Thompson

The Town of Latta Fire Department recently named one of its trucks in memory of Lawton “Buck” Thompson, a longtime fireman and town employee.

Campus Crest Reps Presented Plaque

Dillon County Council Chairman Archie Scott (far left) accompanied by Bishop Michael Goings (far right) presented a plaque to Michael S. Harnette (founder) and Ted W. Rollins (co-chairman/CEO) of Campus Crest to thank them for their contributions to the citizens of Dillon County.

Happy New Year!

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2012.

Public Warned About Dangers Of Radon Exposure

The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to educate residents about the dangers of radon exposure.

Dillon Man Charged With Obstruction Of Justice

Kiamar Bethea, a Dillon resident, has been charged with obstruction of justice after willingly failing to appear in court after being properly served with a subpoena.