Classifieds, News, Business and Events in Dillon County, South Carolina
Classifieds, News, Business and Events in Dillon County, South Carolina
Admin 2In the past couple of weeks since the hurricane, we have all seen so many people step up to the plate to help serve the community and restore some normalcy to the lives of those affected by the storm. We have seen law enforcement, first responders, disaster preparedness officials, Red Cross workers, and many others very visible in our community.
Admin 2Hurricane Matthew came in with much more force than many in Dillon County expected, and while it brought out the worst in some people, it brought out the best in many others.
Admin 2On Friday, Dillon County Council and County Administrator Clay Young parted ways. It should be a sad day for Dillon County. Clay Young has probably brought more progress to Dillon County under his leadership than any other county official in recent years.
Admin 2Last week, the S.C. Ports Authority announced that they were moving forward with Inland Port Dillon. This is great news for Dillon County as many of you read last week and in today’s issue.
Admin 2For many people, Labor Day marks the end of the summer, but in the midst of barbecues and festivities, let us remember the importance of the American labor force which it honors.
Admin 20 You see them on holidays where flowers are appropriate such as Valentine’s Day. You probably saw them this past week with Mother’s Day upon us—the peddlers who seem to…
Admin 2Have you driven down one of our Main Streets lately in Dillon, Latta, or Lake View and taken a look around at what you see? If you have then one of the things that may have struck you is the number of empty buildings on all three of these Main Streets.
Admin 2Transparency. I use this word every time I am in a meeting with a South Carolina Senator or House member here in Columbia. I can’t avoid it.
Admin 2There have been a number of break-ins in our area in recent months.
Admin 2A few years ago, Comptroller Richard Eckstrom ran a guest editorial called “Questions For Candidates.” With local primary elections coming up in June, some have asked that we reprint this editorial again.
