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November 19, 2009

Jones honored with U.S. Congressional Record
Jones honored with U.S. Congressional Record

The U.S. Congress recognized Frank Jones at the Marion County industry appreciation luncheon on Nov. 17. 

Johnakin Players visit college production
Johnakin Players visit college production

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Marion family taking part in national contest
Marion family taking part in national contest

Update: The Hess Family was notified by Parenting Magazine, earlier this week, that they have been selected as the winners of the road trip national contest.

Great American Smokeout makes it the best time to quit smoking

Tobacco use is the United States’ most preventable cause of disease and premature death with a current or former smoker dying every 6.5 seconds as a direct cause of smoking.

Small town life bring benefits

Marion is the first and only small town in which I’ve resided (I was raised in Charleston).  So there are still some things that strike me that I expect folks who have lived here all their lives take for granted.  One is the connection that being in such a small community engenders.

Senator shows appreciation for veterans

It is great that we stop and remember our veterans who have given us so much and all those who are presently serving.
President John F. Kennedy once said “as we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

Marion County law enforcement makes arrests: Published Nov. 18

The following arrest reports are provided by the various Marion County law enforcement agencies. Motorists are reminded that Sheriff’s Deputies and the City of Marion Police Officers will be conducting random safety checks in their various jurisdictions through December.


November 18, 2009

Golden Eagles open basketball season this week

Pee Dee Academy basketball coaches were asked what came to their mind when they thought of Pee Dee Academy basketball. The first words from both were tradition and pride.

Cut Ups opens in Marion
Cut Ups opens in Marion

Four weeks ago Katie Lett’s new start began when she opened her first family salon, Cut Ups.

Congress not on the same healthcare playing field with citizens

It has famously been said that America is a nation of laws not people. Not the case when it comes to applying the laws of this country to its elected leaders. Amazingly, Congress is not covered by many of the statutes that they apply to the rest of the country. 

Editorial: Trying to S.T.O.P. domestic violence

Ten years ago in South Carolina the Department of Public Safety presented its findings regarding victims of domestic violence.

Marion High School announces weeks honor roll

Marion High School announces first nine weeks honor roll

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Two Marion County Council members complete economics program
Two Marion County Council members complete economics program

The South Carolina Economic Development School (SCEDS) announces that Marion County Councilman Milton Troy II and Susan Hardwick have successfully completed all of the program requirements necessary for graduation and is a graduate of the 2009 SCEDS class.

Marion Chamber of Commerce November Yard of the Month
Marion Chamber of Commerce November Yard of the Month

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Latson, 309 West Godbold Street, were awarded the Marion Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month for November 2009.

Marion City Council discusses parking plans

Marion City Council met on Nov. 10

“Light-A-Tree” with the Marion-Dillon County Disabilities Foundation

This year the Foundation Board is sponsoring a “Light-A-Tree” fundraiser to help support the consumers served by Marion-Dillon County DSN Board.

Johnakin Middle School cheerleaders win competition
Johnakin Middle School cheerleaders win competition

The Johnakin Middle School cheerleaders won first place in the Middle School Division of the Warrior Cheer Classic at Waccamaw High School on Saturday, Oct. 17. 


November 17, 2009

Golfers swing away at Glow Ball tournament
Golfers swing away at Glow Ball tournament

Pineland Country Club, The Greater Mullins Chamber of Commerce and Anderson Brothers Bank sponsored a Glow Ball Golf Tournament on Nov. 6 starting at 5 p.m. with a pig pickin’.


November 16, 2009

Marion Regional Healthcare System restricts patient access

In an effort to protect inpatients and visitors, Marion Regional Healthcare System has announced visitation restrictions throughout the flu season.

Johnakin Middle School presenting annual Hall of Fame

Johnakin Middle School will sponsor its 5th annual Hall of Fame Program in January. 

Rosanne Black named to lead Marion County Museum

The Marion County Museum appointed a new museum director, Rosanne Black.

Volunteer organization aids family struck by tragedy
Volunteer organization aids family struck by tragedy

Over 50 members of the Volunteer Organization for Individuals with Catastrophic Events in collaboration with the Marion County Collaborative Action Network put together a special service to help two families dealing with mounting medical expenses and tragic events.

Johnakin Middle School students perform scientific testing
Johnakin Middle School students perform scientific testing

In a recent lab Johnakin Middle School science students tested liquids to determine whether they were acids or bases.

Johnakin Middle School and Marion High School bands perform together
Johnakin Middle School and Marion High School bands perform together

Students with the Johnakin Middle School band performed with the Marion High School marching band on Oct. 16 at the varsity football game against Loris.

Marion Treasurer elected to association post
Marion Treasurer elected to association post

Patricia Brown, who has been the City of Marion’s Treasurer since 2001, has been elected as the secretary-treasurer of the South Carolina Municipal Finance Officers, Clerks and Treasurers Association.

Marion’s mayor signs National Hospice Month proclamation
Marion’s mayor signs National Hospice Month proclamation

City of Marion Mayor Rodney Berry signs a proclamation acknowledging November as National Hospice Month in the city, a time set aside to encourage citizens to increase their awareness of hospice service.

Marion Housing Authority employee receives award from City of Marion
Marion Housing Authority employee receives award from City of Marion

James Jordan received an award of appreciation from the Marion City Council for his work at the Marion Housing Authority.

Marion music academy inspiring local students
Marion music academy inspiring local students

Cleve Dorsey and Debra Dorsey Fling are co-owners of Crescendo Music Academy in Marion.  Cleve Dorsey was teaching music in Florence and had students driving 30-40 minutes from Marion County to take lessons from him.  Dorsey did a survey of the area and found that there were not many music teachers certified to take students to national music competitions.


November 13, 2009

Contemporary topics covered in new arrivals
Contemporary topics covered in new arrivals

The library is an eclectic place – that varied mix is perhaps its greatest appeal.

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