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Geraldine Singleton to host free clothes drive in Sumter on April 20
Looking to get rid of those winter threads? Want to browse for new spring and summer fashions? Look no further than this Saturday, April 20. If the weekend weather permits, Geraldine Singleton will host a free clothes drive beginning at 10 a.m. … more
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Thousands turn up to Sumter's annual Festival on the Avenue over 3 days
There wasn't a square inch of Manning Avenue that didn't see a smiling face or hear an exciting screech as thousands turned out for the annual Festival on Avenue. Launched in 2007, the festival has seen many changes through the years, from more … more
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Current brain research a focus of teacher workshop in Sumter
Research has consistently shown the classroom teacher has the biggest impact on student academic outcomes, but what if teachers knew more about current research on how the brain learns? Two leaders in mind, brain and education research and … more
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3 committee meetings on tap for Sumter school board
Probably the biggest storyline from Monday's Sumter school board meeting were the announcements of three upcoming committee meetings in the next week. The district's grading system to include a 50% grade floor will be part of the discussion at … more
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VANESSA KARINE FINERSON BROWN
Vanessa Karine Finerson Brown, 68, wife of David Eugene Brown and daughter of the late Willard Finerson and Karine Adams Finerson, was born on March 1, 1956, in Norfolk, Virginia. She departed this … more
Sumter’s Civic Dance Company to return for annual 44th-annual Spring Concert
Get ready to get up and dance – or at least watch others do so – as Sumter Civic Dance Company hosts its annual Spring Concert. With a theme of “Everybody Dance Now,” … more
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Sumter police offer $5K reward for information in fatal Boulevard Road shooting
Sumter Police Department is offering a reward for information regarding the fatal Boulevard Road shooting on April 10. Ray’Quan Dontrell Lamont Durant, 20, of Mooneyham Road, was shot … more
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Summerton man dies in single-vehicle wreck on April 13
An attempt to escape law enforcement led to a fatal wreck in Clarendon County on Saturday  night. At around 11:50 p.m. on April 13, the driver of a 2005 Honda Accord was traveling south on … more
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2024 S.C., Clarendon County ballots are taking shape
November is seven months away, which means the area has a list of some of the South Carolina state and Clarendon County elections this year. Listed are current elected officials and candidates running for the seats. 6th Congressional District, … more
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Annual Striped Bass Festival 5K run is Saturday, April 20
It's that time of the year when residents get out their running shoes, tie up their laces and get to competing in the upcoming Striped Bass Festival 5K run. Starting bright and early at 7 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, at Santee Dam, 1022 Randolph's … more
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Summerton Community Action Group denied $43K for festival funding, $20K approved for sidewalks
Clarendon County Council has denied a funding request for a local community action group for an upcoming festival but did approve some money for the event. In March during a regular Clarendon County Council meeting, members of the Summerton … more
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Clarendon County Council gets update on wastewater, library, more projects
Clarendon County Administrator Lynden Anthony gave his last report as the interim administrator during the April council meeting and updated the public and council members on projects and recreational activities in the area. Projects Anthony … more
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Festival season returns with something for everyone: rides and games, flowers and crafts, a rodeo and more across the area
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 Nov. 22 at USC Sumter, 200 Miller Road. Grab … more
April 2024 declared Fair Housing Month in Clarendon County to promote equal opportunities
Every year Clarendon County recognizes April as Fair Housing Month, and this month has once again been recognized for awareness. A resolution states Clarendon County wants to encourage equal-opportunity housing and to ensure fair housing … 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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Clarendon elected officials request hundreds of thousands of dollars for their 2024-25 budgets
It's budget season in Clarendon County, and with that comes elected officials presenting their budget requests to county council members, with one elected official requesting an assistant for a fourth time. For the upcoming fiscal year 2024-25 … 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
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
Public participation, superintendent's report before school board
Public participation and the superintendent's report are the headline topics before Sumter School District's Board of Trustees on Monday, April 15. Committee reports and recommendations also made the agenda, which was posted late this week by a … more
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Sumter Shrimp Feast to serve it up 6 ways April 25
Calling all seafood lovers! Prepare to dive into a sea of flavor with the 22nd-annual Shrimp Feast on Thursday, April 25. Presented by Sumter Pest Management, the feast will serve up shrimp six different ways along with delicious Southern … more
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