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No. 1 Gamecocks head into final week of regular season still unbeaten
Coach Dawn Staley has South Carolina in a familiar place with a week left in the regular season. For the second straight year the No. 1 Gamecocks haven't lost a game heading into March - a feat they hadn't accomplished before last season. Even … more
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McLeod Health Clarendon Nurse-Family Partnership 'is like family' for 1st-time mothers
Becoming a first-time parent is exciting, but it can also be terrifying to those who are not prepared or don't have the support system they need to get through the first two years of their child's life. Each year in South Carolina, one in five … more
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ANDRIA LATOYA LOVELY
Andria “MaMa” Latoya Lovely was born on Jan. 5, 1980, to Elizabeth Lovely and the late James Ardis. She departed this earthly life on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Prisma Health Richland … more
Woman firing rifle killed by 2 off-duty officers at Joel Osteen's church, 2 others hurt, police say
HOUSTON (AP) — A woman in a trenchoat entered the Houston megachurch of celebrity pastor Joel Osteen and started shooting Sunday afternoon and was killed by two off-duty officers working … more
The stretch run of the NBA season has arrived
There's no NBA player who is a bigger fan of harness racing than Denver's Nikola Jokic. He owns horses, goes to tracks whenever he can and even accepted one of his MVP awards while riding around at his farm in Serbia. He knows the stretch run … more
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With busy offseason looming, Bucs face myriad questions about re-signing players
INDIANAPOLIS - At first glance, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look flush with salary cap space - nearly $49 million below the recently announced total of $255.4 million. But with the potential of five key players including Pro Bowl quarterback Baker … more
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ROVENA SEYMOUR
Rovena Seymour, 77, daughter of the late Frank Pringle and Carrie Byrd Pringle, was born on Feb. 17, 1947, in Sumter.  She departed this life on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey … more
Sumter police partner with Hyundai to give steering wheel locks to owners
Sumter Police Department is looking to raise awareness and reduce vehicle thefts through a new initiative, in partnership with Hyundai. In 2023, 131 stolen vehicle reports were made in the City of Sumter, according to Tonyia McGirt, public … more
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Israel is quiet on next steps against Iran — and on which partners helped shoot down missiles
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli leaders on Sunday credited an international military coalition with helping thwart a direct Iranian attack involving hundreds of drones and missiles, calling the … more
CHARLES BURGESS JAMES JR.
Charles Burgess "Scooter" James Jr., beloved husband for nearly 53 years of Janet Hill James, passed away on April 19, 2024, in Sumter, at the age of 75. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, and … more
U.S. Navy, Army ships building floating pier for Gaza aid. Pentagon estimates cost at $320 million
JERUSALEM (AP) — A U.S. Navy ship and several Army vessels involved in an American-led effort to bring more aid into the besieged Gaza Strip are offshore of the enclave and building out a … more
Sumter High's Brown shows off on senior night en route to Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week
The Sumter High girls basketball team is on the tail end of a truly dominant regular season. The Lady Gamecocks are a perfect 18-0 and ranked No. 1 in SCHSL 5A with a senior-heavy squad. They've only had one game that was decided by fewer than 10 … more
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Defense Secretary Austin hospitalized with bladder issue, transfers powers to his deputy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized again Sunday to address a bladder issue as he continues to recover from prostate cancer and has transferred authorities to his … more
Nets turn to Ollie with hopes of salvaging season, making playoffs
NEW YORK - Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks hasn't given up on his team making the playoffs this season, and now Kevin Ollie will be tasked with leading it there. Ollie was named Tuesday as Brooklyn's interim coach, replacing Jacque … more
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U.S. Army is slashing thousands of posts in major revamp to prepare for future wars
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Army is slashing the size of its force by about 24,000, or almost 5%, and restructuring to be better able to fight the next major war, as the service struggles with … more
WILLIE ANDERSON
Willie Anderson, 76, son of the late Alberta Mack Favor, was born on Oct. 14, 1947, in Lee County.  He departed this life on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Sumter. … more
Tiny homes project nearing completion at Sumter United Ministries
The five tiny homes made possible by Sumter United Ministries that will be used as transitional housing near the ministry are nearing completion. "We're getting closer," SUM Executive Director Mark Champagne said during the Tuesday, March 19, … more
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News organizations urge Biden and Trump to commit to presidential debates during the 2024 campaign
NEW YORK (AP) — Twelve news organizations on Sunday urged presumptive presidential nominees Joe Biden and Donald Trump to agree to debates, saying they were a "rich tradition" that have been … more
FREDERICK JAMES WITTMAN
DALZELL — Frederick James Wittmann, 85, died on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Rice Estate Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Columbia. You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the … more
Clear encampment or face suspension, Columbia University tells Israel-Hamas war protesters
NEW YORK (AP) — Colleges around the U.S. implored pro-Palestinian student protesters to clear out tent encampments with rising levels of urgency Monday, including an ultimatum from Columbia … more
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