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Lloyd "Fig" Newton, a retired U.S. Air Force four-star general, who served as commander of the Air Education and Training Command and was also the first African American pilot to fly with the Thunderbirds, speaks to the kindergarten class of 2036 at … more
We might have already concluded our New Year's Eve festivities, but Best of Sumter is back, and that's cause to continue the celebration. Nominations for The Sumter Item's annual readers' choice contest, now in its 24th year, are being accepted … more
In the spirit of Sunshine Week, many may be curious about its significance, especially if the weather doesn't seem to match the name. Sunshine Week has become one of my favorite things to recognize. From March 11 to March 15, we see nationally … more
More than three months have passed since a $1 million Powerball ticket was sold in  Gable, South Carolina, in Clarendon County, according to a news release from the S.C. Education Lottery. The … more
STAFF REPORT The City of Sumter held its final community cleanup day of the year on Saturday, Dec. 16, and has announced its 2024 schedule. According to the city's Facebook page, "Volunteers are a vital part of our success. Make plans to join … more
"If you leave here hungry, that is not my fault." That's a big part of the business philosophy of Lisa Buckels, co-owner and operator of Gramma's family restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch five days per week on Peach Orchard Road next to … more
BANKS - The Federal Reserve will be closed Monday, Dec. 25. Area banks and credit unions typically follow the Federal Reserve holiday closing schedule, but it is recommended that readers verify the holiday hours of their particular financial … more
A year ago this month, Raymond Evans and the Pleasant Grove School Restoration Committee embarked on a journey to preserve the decades of history within the wooden walls of the historic school. Next week, the committee will come together again … more
1. The crook Before his downfall, Brantley Thomas III had reached the highest rungs of South Carolina's education ladder: He was chief financial officer for Berkeley County School District, a rapidly growing system with a $260 million budget. And … more
Award-winning investigative journalist and bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan will discuss her latest book, "One Wrong Word," as part of the Sumter County Museum's Annual Author Series on … more
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Maryland - A U.S. Army specialist who turned a grassroots bone marrow registration drive into a lifesaving Army-wide campaign spoke at the U.S. military's premier Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives … more
The Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour is set to visit Clarendon County on Tuesday-Sunday, Feb. 20-25, for the second event of the 2024 season - the Suzuki Stage Two at Santee Cooper Lakes.The six-day tournament, hosted by the Clarendon County … more
A nonprofit health care service has officially welcomed a new provider to serve the Manning area. On Feb. 20, HopeHealth welcomed Dr. Margaret Evans, MSPAS, PA-C, a physician assistant who will serve patients of Access Hope in Manning. "I am … more
It's Kindness Awareness Month, and the Lemira Elementary School Lions hosted Author Anne Ferguson, who wrote "You Can Sit with Me." The book centered on the theme of kindness. Students spoke about ways to be kind and learned about … more
When people say they do not believe in God, they have a reason. They may not have thought very much about the reason, but a subconscious reason is still a reason. Sometimes, the reason is hurt. They expected God to do something, and they were … more
Want to help as a volunteer but don't know where to start? Want to make sure the bass anglers coming to town have a clean area to fish? Well, look no further. Clarendon County Tourism Department and Santee Cooper are partnering for the second … more
If a premature five-star rating was ever applicable to a series, this would be the one. Camden-raised Patrick Davis ventured back to South Carolina from Nashville, Tennessee, bringing with him a few talented friends to perform for his friends, … more
As 2024 progresses, committees and residents are asking Clarendon County Council to help with funding for events and organizations. During the Feb. 12 Clarendon County Council meeting, public comments were filled with requests about Juneteenth … more
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" is a personal favorite of mine dating back to my childhood. A genius scientist creating life from the remains of a non-living being I found fascinating. Throughout the story, the creature acclimates to social norms of … more
Former South Carolina governor and U.S. presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign has announced she will visit Sumter on Monday morning ahead of South Carolina's Republican presidential primary. Haley will speak to voters at American Legion … more
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