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Sumter deputies give K-9 Rojo proper send off for retirement
Short and sweet is how one could describe the career of beloved Sumter County Sheriff’s Office K9 Rojo following his retirement last Tuesday. In a special ceremony with deputies, friends … more
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Limestone approves charter school for Sumter
Another public charter school is set to come online in Sumter, but this one is still a few years away from opening. State authorizer Limestone Charter Association approved Discovery School at Patriot Park for Sumter in its application cycle … more
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Voting now open through Feb. 23 for annual Best of Sumter contest
There are almost 8,000 businesses, people and services the Sumter community thinks are the best in their class. That's how many nominations were made in January for The Sumter Item's Best of Sumter 2024 readers' choice contest. Now, it's time to … more
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Sumter's Next Generation, presented by CCTC: Wilson Hall's Slade Custer doubles as athlete, actor to show true passion knows no bounds
For Wilson Hall's Slade Custer, the electric roar of a crowd underneath the academy's football stadium lights following an impressive sack comes second to none. However, the resounding applause and cheers the high school senior never thought he … more
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CareSouth unveils new mobile unit to bring health care to more people in rural areas
A local private, nonprofit community health center has a new mobile unit to help the Pee Dee region even more. On March 21, CareSouth Carolina unveiled the unit that the center hopes will enhance its R.O.A.D.S. initiative. The unit is designed to … more
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Sumter's Art in the Park came back better than ever with butterflies, art opportunities for all
It couldn't have been a more perfect day to embrace the beauty of Earth and art as the 16th-annual Art in the Park painted Memorial Park. Sunny with a splash of color could have been the forecast on Saturday, April 20, as thousands ventured out … more
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Annual Barbecue Cook-Off was a success in Sumter
The Boy Scouts of America 12th-annual Barbecue Cook-Off was a success at Sumter County Fairgrounds this past weekend. The annual cook-off allowed community members to come and support the BSA Henry Shelor District, which includes Sumter, … more
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Dorr Farms celebrates Earth Day with critters, crafts
Dorr Farms, at 5225 Dorr Acres Road, celebrated Earth Day with farm lovers of all ages on Saturday, April 20. Visitors were able to stretch their green thumb by planting seeds, painting a bees' nest, releasing ladybugs and learning about the local … more
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Sumter’s new eVAC plant gets $111M in tax credits
SUMTER — A German company planning to open its first U.S. facility in Sumter for producing magnets used in electric vehicles has received an additional $111 million from the federal government. … more
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Sumter fire captain joins seniors in making pillows
The Senior Members of Cherryvale Community Center were pleased to have Capt. Terrance Dupree of the Sumter Fire Department join them in making pillows for the residents of Sumter East Health and Rehabilitation Center. more
2 plead guilty to charges in deadly 2018 Lee Correctional riot; 3 appear for hearings
BISHOPVILLE  —Two more inmates pleaded guilty — in addition to three scheduling trial dates and agreeing on bonds — for their alleged involvement in South Carolina’s … more
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Mayesville mayor says new town attorney with disciplinary history won't cooperate with him either
The division among town of Mayesville officials is becoming ever more present after the mayor filed a lawsuit against four town officials in mid-April. Communication among town leaders continues to dwindle, as it has been since Mayor Chris Brown … more
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Mayesville chaos continues with canceled meetings, fight at town office
MAYESVILLE - The simmering dysfunction in Mayesville ramped up this week with conflicting messages about town meetings, a ruckus in municipal offices that left the town clerk injured enough to visit a doctor and the mayor stumping for a crowd from … more
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Clarendon children invited to get crafty at library to make Valentine's Day cards for seniors
What better way to celebrate the month of love than to decorate Valentine's Day cards for a senior citizen? Harvin Clarendon County Library invites children, parents and young adults to its Valentine's Day Card Decorating Drive for Local Seniors … more
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1 man, 2 minors charged in connection to grand larceny on Easter
Three individuals – including two minors and one adult – were arrested on grand larceny charges after reportedly recklessly driving a stolen vehicle on Easter. In the afternoon of … more
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New look, better service: Sumter EMS talks new external and internal changes to bring better service to community
It's out with the old and in with the new for Sumter County Emergency Medical Services. In April 2023, The Sumter Item spoke with Sumter EMS Director Kent Hall weeks into his role as new EMS director - the first leadership change for the agency … more
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Sumter's Geraldine Singleton preps for Easter dinner, clothing giveaway; community encouraged to donate
As the Easter bunny gears up for the big day on March 31, Geraldine Singleton will be doing prepping or planning of her own. The long-time community philanthropist will host a community clothes drive this Saturday, March 23. The following weekend … more
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'Thank you for giving,' says Singleton after Easter dinner giveaway feeds 400
Sumterite Geraldine Singleton's heart was full this Easter after being able to feed hundreds of people. On the major holidays, Singleton shares her heart and culinary skills with the community by giving away delicious dinners. This past Saturday, … more
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Canty says superintendent was insubordinate for not providing budget estimate and continuing some football field renovations
Sumter school board's chairman took exception Monday with the superintendent for what has been a four-month delay in getting a budget estimate request for renovations to a middle school football field while work continued. In early September, the … more
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Sumter man, 21, charged with attempted murder in connection to non-fatal shooting
Sumter police have one in custody after a shooting that occurred last Friday. According to Tonyia McGirt, public information officer for Sumter Police Department, a shooting occurred around 7:30 … more
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