Being the next sheriff of Dillon County is a life-long dream for one candidate. For the other, it’s a chance to continue to serve the county that’s the only home he’s ever known.

A man has surrendered to investigators in connection with a shooting during an apparent “free-for-all” at a lounge, Dillon County Sheriff’s Sgt. DeWitt Coleman said.

Seventh- and eighth-grade students at Latta Middle School in Dillon School District 3 will be able to take Spanish and French courses for credit beginning this school year.

Authorities know who is responsible for a makeshift grave that appeared in a Dillon cemetery three weeks ago, said Dillon County Chief Deputy Sheriff Douglas Pernell. They officially solved the mystery Thursday.

Dillon County Chief Deputy Sheriff Douglas Pernell’s name will appear on November’s ballot as petition candidate against Major Hulon, who won the Democratic primary election for Dillon County sheriff.

Authorities said they now know who is responsible for a makeshift grave that appeared in a Dillon cemetery two weeks ago.

A second suspect has been charged in connection with a drive-by shooting Wednesday morning in which a 5-year-old boy was shot in the face.

A Latta man has been charged in connection with a drive-by shooting Wednesday morning in which a 5-year-old boy was shot in the face.

A North Carolina man has been sentenced for possession with intent to distribute cocaine.

Authorities are investigating the cause of an early morning blaze that destroyed a Dillon County nightclub.