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SUATS group considers roundabout at West Liberty, Alice Drive in Sumter
The Sumter Area Transportation Study is moving forward on improving the section of West Liberty Street that is between South Sumter Street and Alice Drive. During the Feb. 16 SUATS Policy Committee meeting, senior planner Kyle Kelly gave an … more
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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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Dylan Hays wins Group A qualifying round at Major League Fishing Suzuki Stage Two at Santee Cooper Lakes
CLARENDON COUNTY – Hot Springs, Arkansas, pro Dylan Hays caught seven scorable bass Thursday, Feb. 22, weighing 30 pounds, 8 ounces, to earn the Group A Qualifying Round win at the Major League … more
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City of Sumter preps for incoming grants to help low- to moderate-income areas
Federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is coming to the City of Sumter in the form of Community Development Block Grants, or CDBGs, and the city has a budget for how they might spend it, but it is not yet official … more
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South Carolina House budget writers propose starting teacher pay to increase to $47,000
In the face of record teacher shortages in the state, the House Ways and Means Committee has proposed increasing statewide minimum teacher pay to $47,000 next school year. The proposal came from the Education Budget Subcommittee of the House Ways … more
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'We got to make sure these stories are told': Restoration board of Clarendon’s 1st Black school conducts phase 2, talks end goal of renovations
History doesn't only exist within the pages of a book. Living history, the most impressionable kind of history, is closely intertwined with the lives of residents within the community. As those standing monuments slowly lose their shape and the … more
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South Sumter native reaches rank of colonel in U.S. Marines
Hard work, dedication, a commitment to learning and focus are qualities it takes to be successful in the U.S. Marine Corps, according to Sumter native Col. Fred Glencamp. Glencamp has spent his entire career - 35 years - in the Marines after … more
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Solar farm discussion continues, raising concerns for commissioners and Clarendon residents
After months of discussion, a 90-day hold and input from the public, Clarendon County Planning Commission continues to work on possible changes to its solar farms ordinance. Last week, residents were invited to a community input session to give … more
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Wheeler grabs early lead for Group B at Major League Fishing Suzuki Stage Two on Clarendon's Santee Cooper Lakes
CLARENDON COUNTY – For the second time in as many events this season, the Bass Pro Tour is visiting a new fishery, with the Suzuki Stage Two Presented by Fenwick at Santee Cooper Lakes in … more
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Clarendon school will host blood drives in March, April
Clarendon County residents are invited to participate in a blood drive at a local school in March and April. According to Lacey Corbett, a senior at Clarendon Hall in charge of the blood drives at the school, the school hosts blood drives every … more
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Plans to improve safety along U.S. 378 in Sumter moving forward with March 14 public meeting
A public information meeting is coming up in March for the Connect 378 project. The project, formerly called the U.S. 378 Corridor Feasibility and Conceptual Engineering Design Project, is intended to improve safety for anyone traveling along … more
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Wilson Hall to be a host site for national teaching leadership event
How the brain learns and the science of teaching and learning are growing buzzwords in education today, and Wilson Hall will be a host site for a summer academy on these research topics in July. An increasing number of educators are diving into … more
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'This is not the way I go out': Sumter nurse, Ms. Wheelchair South Carolina runner-up shares AR-15-related injury left her paralyzed, plans to take her competition platform nationally
Experiences are subjective, leading us to often fail at understanding the true depths of them when we're not directly affected. In the quiet corners of our minds, we often whisper to ourselves, "It could never happen to me." It's a comforting … more
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Sumter Fireside Fund donations help families in dire, delicate situations
One year just didn't seem worth it. A gift that was given to us at Christmas a year ago, a delicate glass decoration, did not survive the packing, storing and unpacking of just one year. We quickly felt remorse that someone's gift simply did not … more
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Miss Sumter High Pageant held for 42nd year
The 42nd-Annual Miss Sumter High Pageant was held last weekend. Madison Lyles was named 2024 Miss Sumter High. more
African American farm owner feels connected to her Sumter property
Year 'round, month to month, the Natural Resources Conservation Service in South Carolina serves to support the landowners, farmers and ranchers of private lands in the state. Whether that land is passed from one generation to another or procured … more
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Sumter's Next Generation, presented by CCTC: SHS' Walcott becomes first district student accepted to Coast Guard Academy in 12 years, expresses gratitude to family and school for the opportunity
"Better late than never" would be a fitting phrase to describe the journey of Sumter High School senior Eriyonna Walcott. Native to Sumter and no stranger to being a team player, Eriyonna juggles a plethora of extracurricular activities - … more
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Matt Becker takes early lead for Group A at Major League Fishing Suzuki Stage Two at Santee Cooper Lakes
CLARENDON COUNTY – The reigning Fishing Clash Angler of the Year (AOY) Matt Becker of Ten Mile, Tennessee, boated 12 scorable bass Tuesday, totaling 45 pounds, 8 ounces, to jump out to the … 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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Sumter library invites community to discussion on significance of African Americans during Civil War
Since the start of the Civil War in 1861, African Americans have stood along the forefront of history, fighting on the battlefield and behind the scenes for freedom and equality. Their contributions played a crucial role in shaping the course of … more
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