'We're going to put on the show of our lives': Director of ‘Bull Street’ returns to Summerton to encourage attendance of upcoming feature film
There is an infectious charm to small towns. Whether it's the close-knit community or the wholesome hospitality or the rich history embedded in each nook and cranny of its town line, small towns pack a big punch when it comes to making an …
Enjoy the Palmetto Pickle Music Festival, find Greek food specialties, be part of Black Expo Columbia and more this weekend
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Sumter Farmers Market is up and running from noon to 5 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 22 at USC Sumter, 200 Miller Road. Grab …
Lainey Wilson wins big at the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards, including the top honor
It was Lainey Wilson 's night, in many ways. She took home female artist of the year and the top prize of entertainer of the year at the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards. "I've been in Nashville …
Top 5 television season series recommendations
This composition is going to reflect my season recommendations of various series throughout the years. Before offering my analysis, I would like to express the greatness of the seasons requires beginning the show from its onset. Each recommendation …
Get creative, get involved in Sumter's art community
Sumter's arts and entertainment community is always looking for fresh, new faces to add to carry on its creative legacy. If you're looking for a place to stretch your artistic talents, then try these local organizations on for size. Sumter Civic …
The Academy of Country Music Awards are here; Luke Combs leads the nominations
Reba McEntire is hosting Thursday's Academy of Country Music Awards, promising a night of memorable performances, including a tribute to Toby Keith. When McEntire takes the stage at the Ford Center …
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Sumterites dig good drinks, good vibes at Hippie Fest
Flower power was in full bloom as Sumterites turned out to the annual Sumter Microbrew Hippie Fest on …
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In new memoir, Tom Selleck looks back at the hard years that made him a star in 'Magnum, P.I.'
NEW YORK - Tom Selleck starts his memoir in the middle of a car crash. He is 17 and in the passenger seat …
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Central Carolina Community Foundation names new president/CEO
Central Carolina Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees has selected Georgia Mjartan …
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Sumter Civic Chorale conductor passes baton after 10 years of singing, service
Time flies when you're having fun. The bittersweet part about it is at some point, it has to come to an …
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Crowd enjoys annual Homegrown concert to benefit nonprofit
The Thursday, May 2, installment of Homegrown, the annual concert series benefitting The Sounds of Grace, …
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Palmetto Pickle Music Festival coming to New Zion May 18
NEW ZION - Country recording group Sawyer Brown will be the featured entertainment at the 2024 …
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What to stream this weekend: Zac Efron, Indigo Girls, 'Dark Matter,' 'Mother of the Bride'
Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White starring in the family wrestling dynasty in "The Iron Claw" and …
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Learn about Sumter's history at Backcountry Springtime, explore a farm on Ag+Art Tour and find plenty of antiques this weekend
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject …
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With help from AI, Randy Travis got his voice back
With some help from artificial intelligence, country music star Randy Travis, celebrated for his …
The Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: The banker
In one small town lived an unusual banker. He was known for taking chances on people. His bank didn't run on committees or send decisions to Charlotte; he'd make a loan at the lunch counter of the drugstore. It didn't matter if you needed $500 or …
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Pastor Stewart Rawson: Trying a little harder to be kind: Part II
Last summer I was serving at a church in North Carolina (They think everything is better there than it is …
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Church news, May 8, 2024
First Baptist Missionary Church, 219 S. Washington St., announces: - Sunday, May 19 - Pentecost …
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Christ is interceding on your behalf today
Some individuals are healthier than others, but the uncomfortable facts reveal the human body is …
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The Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Retirement
Last Sunday, after serving for 30 years as pastor of Alice Drive Baptist Church, I announced my intention …
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Column by William F. Holland Jr.: Knowledge and obedience are not the same
It's wonderful to be positive-minded and appreciate that God is good all the time because He is! It's …
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Church news: May 8, 2024
First Baptist Missionary Church, 219 S. Washington St., announces: - Friday, May 10 - A food …
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‘Pastor Clay’ to retire from Sumter's Alice Drive Baptist after successor is found
Alice Drive Baptist Church pastor Clay Smith announced Sunday that he will be retiring after a new …
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Column from Alice Drive Baptist the Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Storms
Trivia question: What place on Earth has more thunderstorms than any other? Answer: The Tampa …
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United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — United Methodist delegates repealed their church's longstanding ban on …
Yesteryear by Sammy Way: Horseshoe pitching tourney scheduled; Crime Stoppers telethon returns
75 YEARS AGO - 1949 Aug. 9 - 15 - Rufe Watson of Sumter set a new world record in the senior division at the National Skeet Shooting Association's tournament at Dallas, Texas, on Sunday. Watson copped the senior title in the all-gauge event by …
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Yesteryear by Sammy Way: Shaw hosts surplus sale; city's 1st Easter egg hunt a success
75 YEARS AGO - 1949 Aug. 2 - 8 - Rebel third baseman Hal Harrigan last night hit his 29th home run …