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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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More than 50 volunteers pick up trash in preparation for anglers at John C. Land III landing
Fishing has become a staple in Clarendon County, and with the help of volunteers, anglers can come and fish clean waters surrounded by clean land. On Feb. 15, more than 50 volunteers gathered at John C. Land III Boating and Sports Fishing … more
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Columbia news anchor will speak at Sumter Mayor's Prayer Breakfast in May
The message of Jesus Christ and God's love will again be on display at this year's Sumter Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, which is scheduled for Thursday, May 2, at Alice Drive Baptist Church. Award-winning journalist and Columbia-based television … more
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Sumter women are getting active in cowgirl boots
Getting active looks different for everyone. Mary Lee, manager of North HOPE Center in Sumter, knows this and puts a creative spin on it to empower local women and keep them moving. "I'm straight out of Texas," she said. "We do line dancing … more
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52nd-annual Chamber of Commerce Retreat promotes being 'All in for Team Sumter'
CLEMSON - Sumterites headed to Tiger Town this past weekend for the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce's annual retreat in Clemson. The theme for the weekend was "All in for Team Sumter," and multiple presentations were given on Sumter's future … more
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New bill would allow 20% preference for military children at charter schools
A new piece of legislation in the state's General Assembly would allow public charter schools to give an enrollment preference option to children of active-duty military members. The bill introduced earlier this month by House Speaker Murrell … more
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If new Sumter penny tax is approved, projects list may look different than in 2022
If the Capital Penny Sales Tax, also called the Penny for Progress initiative, gets a majority approval from voters this coming November, there will be an added charge of 1% of the sales tax imposed that will fund capital projects. Sumter County … more
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2 patrons, 6 security staff face charges in connection to non-fatal shooting at Sumter club
Four people were injured in a fight-turned-shooting at a local club on March 10, and police have arrested eight so far in connection to the incident. Two club patrons and six individuals hired … more
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Clarendon coroner names person in Saturday morning fatal as Summerton mayor
Clarendon County Coroner Jacqueline Blackwell has released the name of the individual killed in a motor vehicle accident Saturday morning. Tony Junious, 48, was involved in a motor vehicle accident … more
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Inaugural Sumter Springfest gets rave reviews, support from attendees
Sumter has a unique charm -- one unlike any other. Whether it's the way our community supports a worthy cause, the releasing of inhabitants over good food and great fun or the love shared through warm hugs with a stranger, when Sumterites get … more
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Memorial Day program, South Sumter fish fry will be held this year
After canceling last year's program because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sumter County Veterans Association will conduct its annual Memorial Day program May 31. "Things are opening up and everything," Chairman Larry Huff said. "This all started … more
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Sumter police seeking information on reported shooting on Friday
Sumter Police Department seeks the public’s help for information regarding shots fired calls early Friday morning. Initial information indicated that shots fired calls came in after 2 a.m. … more
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Sumter Faith Strong to host 'Jazzy Shades of Pink' fundraiser to support BREASTies
The ladies of Faith Strong invite the community to support a good cause by getting snazzy in their finest pink and enjoying a jazzy night of music. Faith Strong will host Jazzy Shades of Pink on Friday, April 12. Faith Strong, a Sumter-based … more
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Sumter man, 59, dies in single-vehicle wreck on Friday
Sumter County Coroner’s Office has released the name of the individual involved in a fatal single-vehicle wreck Friday morning. The wreck occurred after 7:15 a.m. on Feb. 23 at the … more
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Take out the running shoes, get ready for Patriot's Wounded Warrior 5K April 20
Get your running shoes on, tie those laces up and get ready to run because a 5K is coming to Sumter. Want to support the Wounded Warriors mission? Join the Patriot's Wounded Warrior 5K run hosted by the Air and Space Forces Association on … more
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Students bring Wonderland to Sumter community through play
PHOTOS PROVIDED Lakewood High School Drama Club students and staff presented "Alice" for the community and the school's students in their auditorium March 16-18. more
City dedicates new Bobby Richardson Field at Riley Park
The new Bobby Richardson Field at Sumter's 90-year-old Riley Park was dedicated on Saturday, Feb. 10, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Richardson, former Yankees second baseman, and Sumter Mayor David Merchant, among other … more
Sumter Pastor Clay Smith: Direction, not intention...
I was in Oklahoma City for a conference. I stayed downtown, but the conference was at a church about 20 minutes away. I had gotten up at 4:30 a.m. to make my early flight out of Columbia. By the time I got to the hotel, I was ready for a nap, and … more
Sumter Rotary Club's Farm to Table fundraiser sets record for ticket sales
Ingredients harvested from the farm and brought to tables within Sumter County Civic Center left Sumterites taking the good times from their chairs to the dance floor last Thursday. The ninth-annual Farm to Table gathering was alive with food, … more
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