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1 in custody after non-fatal shooting in Sumter on Monday
Sumter deputies arrested a man in connection to a shooting along St. Paul Church Road on Monday. At about 11:30 p.m. on April 1, deputies with Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, responded to … more
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Sumter County Library invites all to Meet the Author April 21
Author Rhonda McKnight will be the featured special guest for Sumter County Library's Author Event on April 21. New Jersey native and South Carolina author McKnight has spent her career authoring 27 inspirational book club and Christian romance … more
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Children's boutique to open downtown in May
Best friends Mary Kathryn Hulme and Hallie DuBose still remember shopping at a children's clothing store in Manning while growing up, and they will be bringing a similar boutique to downtown Sumter soon. The duo will be opening Lollibear, a … more
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Hear plenty of bands at Birdfest, take part in Crawdaddy Dash 5K and celebrate spring with Festival of Roses 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 … more
Building relationships, creating good environment for employees are keys to Hill Plumbing's success
It takes a special company to stay in business 99 years and much less still be operated by the same family, but Hill Plumbing and Air meets that mark. Owner Frank Hill and his son, Trey, and daughter, Lauren, spoke recently on the company's … more
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eVAC expects to be running in Sumter by end of 2025
Given future growth in the electric vehicle industry and German manufacturer VAC's leading technology with producing high-end magnets for motors, the company's North American headquarters in Sumter is on the fast track. At eVAC Magnetics' … more
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Savor the sweetness: Explore the delights of strawberry season at Sumter's own Dorr Farms
Coming out of the frigid winter months into the warmth of spring, there's one vibrant red fruit looking to make your acquaintance: the strawberry. With its delectable sweetness and refreshing tang, strawberry season allows folks to indulge in … more
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Clarendon Board appointments cause public suggestion
Clarendon County Council has officially appointed and reappointed a total of nine people to three boards in the area. On March 12, council members unanimously approved all board appointments and … more
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Commander's final flight at Shaw Air Force Base
Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, completed his final flight as the AFCENT commander on Tuesday, April 9, at Shaw Air Force Base. The fini-flight is an Air … more
Sumter gospel group nominated for Stellar Award, members say they're 'excited' to represent Sumter
If you believe it, then you can achieve it. It's an age-old saying meant to encourage us in pursuit of our passions to have faith in our ability of making our dreams a reality. And for Lee Burgess, his dreams will hopefully come true this … more
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Clarendon projects near completion, 1 at a standstill
Three months into 2024 and many Clarendon County Administrator reports later, projects that have been in the works for years and months are nearing their end. During a March 11 Clarendon County … more
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Sumter police charge Columbia man in connection to non-fatal shooting
A Columbia man is in custody in connection to that left a man injured earlier in March. Officers responded to a shots fired call in the Manning Avenue area before 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 16 … more
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Sumter music icon Wilkinson cherished for 'sense of humor,' love of family, God
To know Brooks Wilkinson was to love him, and it wasn't hard to do either. To know him, all you had to do was visit the places he loved most: SEACO Music and First Church of God. Once there, loving him came as easily as the laughter you let out … more
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Sumter - What's in a name? All southern counties named for Revolutionary War hero
Sumter County dots the map not only in South Carolina, but also in three other Southern states to include Alabama, Georgia and Florida. All are named for Gen. Thomas Sumter of our state, who was an American Revolutionary War hero. Sumter County, … 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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April 10-20 named National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week by Clarendon County Council
As April approaches, Clarendon County has dedicated a week for national public safety telecommunicators in honor of the men and woman of law enforcement, firefighting, EMTs and paramedics. April … more
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Sumter man surrenders to deputies after allegedly killing pregnant woman; child delivered, remains in intensive care
Five days after the killing of a pregnant Sumter woman, a suspect is in custody. Outside the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday afternoon, Troy Cornelius Wells, 44, of Sumter, … more
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Competition at Shaw Air Force Base builds united force
Load crew competitions are a far-reaching weapons tradition that promote squadron pride and strengthen the relationship between units, building a stronger, more united total force. Teams were challenged to communicate and problem solve under a time … more
Take unwanted, unused prescription drugs to Sumter Police Department on April 27 for safe disposal
Sumter Police Department is taking part in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's 26th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at 335 N. Lafayette Drive. The following unwanted, … more
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New children's boutique Lollibear opens in Downtown Sumter
PHOTOS BY BRUCE MILLS / THE SUMTER ITEM Lollibear, a "purveyor of fine children's goods," opened for its day of business on Friday, May 3, at 101 N. Main St. Store hours are Monday through … more
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