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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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Knowledge, skills and experience: Clarendon County Fire Rescue holds monthly training
According to the United States Fire Administration, residents of a home could have less than two minutes to escape a home fire once the smoke alarms start to sound. This situation is when local volunteer and career firefighters arrive on scene … more
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'They think it's the coolest job, and it is': Bicycle Corp. of America workers teach Manning students how to build bikes on tour of plant
Two hardworking students in Manning received bicycles for free after their afterschool program went on a tour of the local Bicycle Corporation of America facility and helped build and learned all about the world of manufacturing bikes. Ten years … more
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2 more proposed charter schools for Sumter are in application cycle
In the growing world of school choice, two more proposed public charter schools have submitted applications to establish future operations in Sumter County through a state authorizer that is in its second year. Discovery School at Patriot Park … more
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Sumter native and state trooper reflects on unwavering support after injury in line of duty
The day, Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, was normal - great even. September impressed its mild temperatures on the afternoon sky, making it the perfect weather to hit the road, at least for South Carolina Highway Patrol Lance Cpl. Zachary … more
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City of Manning says residents can expect refund on utility service fees by March 15
The City of Manning has issued a statement regarding mishandled service fee charges for utility payments. On Feb. 9, the city's Facebook page posted a notice to explain multiple service fee charges residents may have received in December 2023 … more
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Duke Energy celebrates Black History Month, donates $10,000 to City of Sumter
PHOTO PROVIDED In recognition of Black History Month, the Duke Energy Foundation has provided $75,000 in grants to organizations in South Carolina that serve African American communities with programs, services and cultural experiences. The City … more
Inaugural Sumter Springfest to bring music, food Lewis Brice to downtown, benefit tri-county United Way
Looking for good Southern comfort music and down-home hospitality? Look no further as the Inaugural Sumter Springfest strums into downtown Sumter on March 23. If there are two things Sumter loves, it's a good cause and a good time; Danielle … more
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Sumter Opera House's inaugural Acoustic Cafe honors Women's History Month with sold-out show
The mesmerizing music coming from the City Centre, nestled next to the grand entrance of Sumter Opera House, on Thursday night, March 21, captivated passersby on their nightly strolls. Their immersed faces through the large windows mirrored those … more
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14th-annual Junior Cotillion
The 14th-annual Junior Cotillion program raised more than $4,000 for the Sumter County Museum while also teaching students proper etiquette, fine dining skills and the American waltz and Carolina shag dances. The O'Donnell … more
BizTalk: Paul's Back Gate Pizza to continue tradition next to Shaw
DALZELL - If the first restaurant goes well, why not start another? That is partly the approach of father-and-son combo Todd and Justin Newman who have owned and operated Paul's Diner here for a couple of years and recently opened Paul's Back … more
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'Dad, this is your day': Tuskegee Airmen honored with P-51 replica dedication ceremony in Sumter
A huge crowd gathered at Sumter Veterans Park on Friday morning to watch another chapter in Tuskegee Airmen history unfold. The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of African American pilots, navigators, bombardiers, supply maintenance, support staff … more
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U.S. collaborates with allies, partners at Saudi-led Spears of Victory exercise
KING ABDULAZIZ AIR BASE, Saudi Arabia - Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central)'s KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft and experts across the fields of command and control, security forces and other critical operations deployed to the Royal Saudi Air Force's … more
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Clarendon County School District hosts job fair March 9, looking for teachers, admin staff
Looking for a job? Specifically wanting to work with kids or in a school environment? Well Clarendon County School District has a solution. On March 4, CCSD announced its upcoming job fair, dedicated … more
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BizTalk: New convenience store and gas station is coming to Patriot Parkway
A new convenience store and gas station is coming to Patriot Parkway on the west side of the City of Sumter. Short Trip, a chain store with 12 locations already in South Carolina, is projected to open in the October-November time frame at 3880 … more
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S.C. Gov. McMaster proposing S.C. higher education study
COLUMBIA - The University of South Carolina Sumter is not closing, but it is part of a recommendation from Gov. Henry McMaster for a study of the entire higher education system in the Palmetto State. McMaster recommended $3 million from the state … more
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6 Clarendon advisory board members will serve for another 4 years
Six advisory board members have been reappointed, most going on nearly 20 years serving in the position. On Feb. 12, Clarendon County Council reappointed members of the Clarendon County Archives Advisory Commission to serve another four-year term … more
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Connect 378 project moves forward with Sumterites invited to give input
Members of the public had the opportunity to learn about different alternatives to changing U.S. 378 and give input on them, and there is still opportunity for Sumterites to share their thoughts. The project, formerly called the U.S. 378 Corridor … more
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Sumter City Council approvals could bring coffee roasting facility, restaurant to Sumter
A coffee bean company might be moving in near Riley Park and Morris College. During the Tuesday, March 19, Sumter City Council meeting, council unanimously (though Councilman Anthony Gibson was absent) approved a request to rezone 0.73 acres at … more
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1 killed in 3-vehicle wreck along Patriot Parkway in Sumter
Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker released the name of the individual who died in a three-vehicle wreck on Friday night. The wreck occurred before midnight on April 5 near the intersection of … more
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