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Sumter genealogical society will feature history of Grace Baptist Church
The speakers for the Monday, April 15, membership meeting of Sumter County Genealogical Society will be Stephanie Gibbons and Faye Carraway. The presentation will be on the history of Grace Baptist Church from 1900 to 2023. As the first year … 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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'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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3 reelected, 2 reappointed to Liberty STEAM board seats
Liberty STEAM Charter School will see no changeover in its nine-member board of directors this year after three incumbents for elected seats won uncontested races recently and two appointed directors were reappointed. Jenny Knopf, the Rev. Marion … more
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Wilson Hall, Sumter School District and Liberty STEAM to have 1st collaborative event
Wilson Hall, Sumter School District and Liberty STEAM Charter School will kick off their first collaborative event together with a free, shared professional development workshop for teachers on Saturday, April 13. Wilson Hall Head of School Brent … more
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Carolina Cup draws thousands to historic Camden for 89th year
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Camden on Saturday, March 30, for the 89th running of the Carolina Cup steeplechase horse race. The day included tailgating, shopping and a hat contest, among other happenings, as well as six horse races with … more
Don't fret: Swan Lake playground fire truck is not missing, it's just getting some TLC
Visitors to Swan Lake Iris Gardens Playground will notice something distinct missing, but there is no cause for alarm, officials said. The historic fire truck on the playground was recently taken to the shop for some refurbishing, according to … more
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Tri-county area will experience partial eclipse April 8
A very rare sight to see, a momentary alignment of the sun, moon and Earth, which turns the bright blue sky into a world of night and a phenomenon, one might say - a solar eclipse. On April 8, Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties will not be … more
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2 leading Sumter business owners pass away
Two prominent Sumter business owners, Billy McLeod of Piggly Wiggly and Carl Simpson III of Simpson Hardware Co., have died. Billy McLeod was 93 and died peacefully on Tuesday, according to his … more
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SLED charges Sumter man in connection to killing in November 2023
A Sumter man faces violent crime charges in connection to the killing of Fredrick Nelson Jr. in November 2023. Daejon Rashad Jackson, 22, of Sumter, was charged with murder, possession of a … more
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Sumter investigators seek information after non-fatal shooting on Monday
Sumter Police Department responded to a shooting Monday afternoon that left a man injured. Officers and Sumter County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Shannon/Red & White … more
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Man dies in pedestrian-freightliner wreck on I-95 near Sumter; coroner, S.C. Highway Patrol seek help identifying victim
Sumter County Coroner’s Office and South Carolina Highway Patrol are working to identify the victim of a fatal vehicle versus pedestrian wreck that occurred early Monday. Master Trooper … more
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Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Man in the crowd
He was just a man in the crowd. He had come early for Passover, traveling a long way from his home near Ephesus. A devout Jew, he had always wanted to celebrate the Passover in Jerusalem. After saving for years, he finally made the trip. On … more
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East Red Bay Road bridge maintenance scheduled to be completed in 2025
The East Red Bay Road bridge over Turkey Creek has been out of commission for a while now, and locals are frustrated. The South Carolina Department of Transportation deemed it unsafe, closed it and issued a detour. "This bridge is a vital link … more
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Camden Republican announces candidacy for McElveen's S.C. Senate seat
A lifelong Camden resident is running for South Carolina Senate seat 35, which is currently held by three-term South Carolina Democratic Sen. J. Thomas McElveen III. McElveen told The Sumter Item earlier this month that he will not be seeking … more
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Central Carolina student Ardis named 2024 DREAM Scholar
Central Carolina Technical College student Ashley Ardis is one of eight community college students nationwide who was chosen as a 2024 DREAM Scholar by the Achieving the Dream Network of community colleges. Ardis, an accounting student, is the … more
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Liberty STEAM Eagle pride
Liberty STEAM Charter School staff hold a newly unveiled banner on Monday that recognizes Primary Academy students who achieved math proficiency and growth targets on the school's mid-year Measures … more
Wateree Head Start and Early Head Start are accepting applications for enrollment
Wateree Community Actions Inc. Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving low-income, disabled, homeless and foster children birth to 5 years old in Clarendon, Lee, Kershaw and Sumter counties is accepting applications for … more
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Sumter penny tax prep moves forward with 6 commission members appointed
In about eight months, Sumterites will be voting not only on local, state and national seats, but also about the penny tax. And Sumter County officials have named six locals to the 2024 Capital Penny Sales Tax Commission. Documents detail what … more
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Vacant South Main Street property in downtown Sumter could become retail, apartments space
Sumter County owns property at 13 S. Main St. that officials hope will be converted into a retail and living space. The property, which is located near Sumter Original Brewery, has been vacant for several years. An ordinance authorizing the … more
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