Firefighter escort

Loris Fire Department Assistant Chief Larry Hickman, who died Tuesday at McLeod Florence, was escorted by a procession of fellow public safety officers to Hardwick Funeral Home Wednesday afternoon. Agencies taking part included the department Hickman served for 55 years, with support from Loris Police Department, Horry County Fire Rescue, Horry County Police, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, and Tabor City Fire Department. Hickman’s obituary may be viewed here. (Jenn Causey, TLT)