SLED Investigation Into County Fire Department Still Open

Bo McInnis of the Dillon County Political Action Committee (PAC) recently sent a Freedom of Information Act request to SLED in reference to the investigation of the Dillon County Fire Department.

Gibson Passes Bar Exam

The Board of Law Examiners has reported that Tiffany D. Gibson has successfully passed the South Carolina Bar July 2010 examination. The Supreme Court of South Carolina will administer the oath of office and enroll Ms. Gibson as an member of the Bar of this State at 2:30 pm, on Monday, November 29, 2010, in the Koger Center for the Arts, Downtown Columbia, SC.

Nominations For Heroic Or Lifesaving Act Sought

Each year, Marlboro County Rescue presents an award for a heroic or life-saving act. Any person in Marlboro County, or one of its bordering counties, is eligible for this award. The award will be presented in December at Marlboro County Rescue’s Annual Christmas Party.

Dillon High School Class Of 1955 Holds Reunion

The 1955 Dillon High School Class Reunion met for their 11th reunion at the Dillon Wellness Center on October 16, 2010 from 2-5 p.m.

Mourning Dove Season Resumes

The 2010-11 mourning dove season in South Carolina resumed on Saturday, Nov. 20.

Environmental Awareness Award Nominations Sought

The state of South Carolina is seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who are doing extraordinary work for the natural environment. Nominations will be accepted through Dec. 31, 2010.

Local Man Killed By Family Dog

A local man was killed by his family dog, according to Detective Cliff Arnette of the Dillon County Sheriff’s Office.

Dillon County Family Named Adoptive Family Of Year

On November 4, 2010, a banquet honoring William and Ammie Carmichael was held at Charity Tabernacle Baptist Church in Dillon to recognize them as the Adoptive Family of the Year.

Veterans Day Ceremony Held

A Veterans Day ceremony was held at the Dillon City-County complex earlier this morning (Thursday).