U.S. Rep. Russell Fry jumped into South Carolina’s U.S. Senate special primary Monday, saying he would compete for the Republican nomination left vacant by the sudden death of Lindsey Graham. “South Carolinians need a conservative fighter in the U.S. Senate who actually delivers results,” Fr…
- Emmy Ribero
Florence, Darlington and Marion among nine counties to benefit from $23.5 million awarded to SCDOT for bridge repairs around the state. Here is what bridges are expecting upgrades.
- Emmy Ribero
The Marion County National Action Network launched a petition following council moving city elections from November to April, a move the group is worried may lead to less voter turnout.
- Special to The Morning News
Florence-Darlington Technical College has received reaffirmation for accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges through 2036.
- Emmy Ribero
Marion County voted for Pamela Evette in the runoff elections today with 50.88% of votes. They also chose Stephen Goldfinch for Attorney General and Cody Simpson for Commissioner of Agriculture.
- gzaleski
Republican statewide primary runoff elections are today in Marion County.Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Sorors of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Mu Kappa Zeta Chapter, serving Marion and Dillon counties, took part in a canned food drive organized by Veterans of Foreign Wars Dillon County Post 6091 on June 13.
HTC is expanding into the City of Marion with a multimillion-dollar project that will provide most residents and businesses with reliable fiber internet connection.
In Marion County's primaries, residents overwhelmingly supported the incumbent candidates for County Council districts 3 and 5.
McLeod Health has contributed $75,000 to Florence-Darlington Technical College to support their nursing program, recognizing the increasing need for healthcare services and the shortage of nurses.
Democratic primaries are approaching for Marion County Council District 3 and District 5 seats, along with statewide and federal positions.
In a recent gathering in Florence, South Carolina, Democratic candidates shared their platforms with Pee Dee voters, organized by John Vincent for voters to meet candidates.
A Marion County Sheriff’s Office school resource office has been placed on administrative duties after being arrested on a third-degree assault and battery charge by the S.C. Law Enforcement Division.
Projects and renovations of academic buildings at Francis Marion University have been able to be completed without university debt or raising student tuition, with more projects on the way.
- Emmy Ribero
Projects and renovations of academic buildings at Francis Marion University have been able to be completed without university debt or raising student tuition, with more projects on the way.
- Scott Chancey
Latta wins 3-2 over McBee in rematch of 2016 state finals which McBee won.
- GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer
Darlington County has benefited from recent rainfalls helping to reduce the level of drought across the county from extreme to severe, according to a National Drought Mitigation Center map released May 28.
- Emmy Ribero
New flight simulators, drone training and industry-focused coursework are coming to students in Marion and Dillon counties this fall.
- GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer
Unemployment rates were down for Florence, Darlington and Marion counties in April, according to South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce data released May 22
- GENE ZALESKI Staff Writer
Democratic primaries for Marion County Council District 3 and District 5 seats are on the ballot in Marion County as early voting begins Tuesday, May 26.
- Staff reports
Marion County School Board has announced its selection for interim superintendent. She will begin June 15.
- Justin Driggers
DeAngelo Adams steps in to the take the reins of Mullins boys basketball program.
- Emmy Ribero
Mullins Mayor Miko Pickett and her attorney sent a demand letter to the members of City Council that voted to revoke her ceremonial privileges.
- From staff reports
The 2A and 3A track & field state championships were held Friday in Columbia and Marion's Darrion Baccus came away with a state crown.
- Justin Driggers
The Pee Dee Academy softball team won its fifth straight SCISA state championship this week to add to an already remarkable run of success over the past near decade.
- Scott Chancey
Williams played a big part in the Swamp Foxes' huge playoff runs in 2024 and '25.

