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Mayesville mayor holds canceled meeting in a hallway without support of council
Outside Mary McLeod Bethune Learning Center in the town of Mayesville, recently elected Mayor Chris Brown taped copies of the Jan. 23 agendas for two town meetings. The next day, the small town in Sumter County saw those meetings canceled then … more
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On coldest nights, Sumter Fireside Fund helps neighbors with what we may take for granted
One thing about my job at Sumter United Ministries: It is impossible to not think of our clients on bitterly cold nights. During the coldest months is probably when I think of them the most. There are many luxuries that many of us take for … more
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Sumter School District: 100 days of school done, 80 days to go
Students across Sumter School District celebrated the 100th day of school last week with various activities and events, including dressing up like they were 100 years old, taking part in STEM labs, decorating posters, gathering 100 signatures, doing … more
Rep. Smith appoints Davis to state charter school district board
Carrying what he has learned from his leadership position with Liberty STEAM Charter School since 2019, board Vice Chairman Dexter Davis has accepted an appointment by its statewide authorizer's board of trustees. Because Davis cannot hold both … more
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Giving back: Longtime Bishopville hardware store owner has secret treasure in downtown outdoors store
BISHOPVILLE - A fast-paced life in a big, exciting city was Jake Smith's main goal when he was in college, but he learned quickly that wasn't that important. Now, his hometown can be thankful. Smith, a Bishopville native, returned home after … more
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Waste collection business approved despite Clarendon residents' concerns
A waste management service's request caused confusion at a recent Clarendon County Planning Commission meeting but was approved. A performance zone application from Shoreline Capital Group LLC was submitted to planning commission to approve a … more
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Williams-Brice-Edwards Foundation comes to rescue of Sumter Christian Charities with $25,000 donation
At the end of 2023, Sumter Christian Charities, a locally operated all-volunteer food bank, was looking at a serious deficit for the year. Frank Edwards and the Williams-Brice-Edwards Foundation changed that with a $25,000 donation. "As the various … more
California governor coming to Sumter on Jan. 25 in support of President Biden
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom is coming to Sumter. At 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, Newsom will be at Morris College in the Neal-Jones Auditorium as a special guest. This event is part of the South Carolina Democratic Party's First in … more
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Manning Police Department seeks help in locating 2 men possibly connected to criminal sexual conduct with a minor
MANNING – The Manning Police Department is asking for assistance in locating two men wanted in connection to a charge of criminal sexual conduct with a minor, first degree. The suspects are … more
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Club digest: The Sumter Art Association
THE SUMTER ART ASSOCIATION President Kathy Creech welcomed 38 members and five guests to the Jan. 16 meeting of the Sumter Art Association, which was held at the parish hall of the Church of the Holy Comforter. Members introducing their guests … more
Let's stay together, Sumter: Opera House opens its 2nd half of season with Chairmen of the Board, announces renovations beginning this June
It was a sight to see at Sumter Opera House on Saturday. Singing, dancing, clapping and a whole lot of reminiscing is what Sumterites got up to Saturday night as they moved and grooved with popular 1970s soul band Chairmen of the Board. First … more
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Uncovered: Mayesville elected a new mayor. Then things got weird.
MAYESVILLE — Chris Brown's 27-vote margin of victory in the November mayor's race was nearly a landslide in this small town, where more than half of the population showed up to cast a ballot. … more
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SAFE Federal Credit Union members get more than $1M from program
Thousands of SAFE Federal Credit Union members got an end-of-year financial boost as the credit union shared annual bonus dividends and interest rebates totaling more than $1.02 million. The Dec. 31 bonus marked the 27th anniversary of SAFE's … more
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Sumter County coroner confirms 20 homicides in 2023
The total number of homicides for Sumter County has been released, and it is the second-highest homicide total for the county since 2020. Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker released the list of homicides that occurred in 2023, divided by city and … 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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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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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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Clarendon schools recognized by Carolina Family Engagement for their achievements
Clarendon County schools were given plaques to celebrate the achievements and growth of their students, faculty and staff through the years. On Jan. 8, during a regularly scheduled school board meeting, five Clarendon schools received plaques … more
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Sumter County Clemson Extension moves to Magnolia Place building
Clemson University's Sumter County extension location has moved in to where The Sumter Item used to be housed in the area of East Liberty Street and North Magnolia Street. Sumter County Clemson Extension used to be on North Harvin Street, and it … more
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Memorial Day program, South Sumter fish fry will be held this year
After canceling last year's program because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sumter County Veterans Association will conduct its annual Memorial Day program May 31. "Things are opening up and everything," Chairman Larry Huff said. "This all started … more
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