Dillon Awarded ‘Tree City USA’ Designation

For the eighth year, the City of Dillon has been awarded “Tree City USA”.

Dillon County Lady Shooter Takes First Place in Competition

The Dillon County 4-H Shooting Sports Club recently participated in two South Carolina Youth Shooting Foundation Events, with Catherine Hunter Holland finishing in first place in the Ladies division and Cole Gasque earning second in the Rookie Division.

Nominations Sought For Dillon County Citizen Of The Year

The Dillon County Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Dillon County “Citizen of the Year” Award for the year 2011 from individuals and civic organizations.

‘Operation Christmas-Dillon County Cares’ Held At Detention Center

Operation Christmas-Dillon County Cares collected 160 packets for people incarcerated at the Dillon County Detention Center.

Veterans Program Held

A veterans program was held recently at McCoy Chapel United Methodist Church.

Eva Janie Bullock To Celebrate 100th Birthday

For those who follow my column, you may have noticed that I enjoy recognizing people who reach certain milestones in their lives. It has been my privilege in 2011 to write about two Dillon County citizens who have attained the age of 100 years. Today I will tell you of another who in just a few days will also celebrate 100 years upon this earth.

Annual Toy And Food Drive Is Big Success (Updated with more photos)

The Dillon Herald and East Dillon Baptist Church’s toy and food drive was a big success thanks to you in the community.

Merry Christmas! (Updated with more photos)

A video of the sights of Christmas in Dillon County. (Updated 12/24 with more photos)

Eighth PTI Meeting Held

Committee of Concerned Citizens eighth week PTI (Pre Trial Intervention) meeting was held on Monday, December 12, 2011, at 7:00 pm at the Riverdale Community Center.