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East Clarendon falls to Lake View in lower state opener, travel to Green Sea Floyds Monday
East Clarendon and Lake View have had their share of tense battles on the diamond. Two years ago, the Wolverines pulled out an 8-7 win over Lake View to win their district title. A year later, the … more
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Dear Abby, May 12, 2024: Woman's choice of partner is about to end inheritance
DEAR ABBY: I'm a 67-year-old father to a wonderful daughter. She has decided to stay with her boyfriend, who recently got out of jail for stealing $200,000 from his grandparents. Because of this, I … more
How cannabis and psilocybin might help some of the 50 million Americans who are experiencing chronic pain
(THE CONVERSATION) The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency announced in late April 2024 that it plans to ease federal restrictions on cannabis, reclassifying it from a Schedule I drug to the less-restricted … more
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It's not a matter of if a hurricane will hit Florida, but when, forecasters say
SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — With the start of hurricane season less than a month away, U.S. officials who predict, prepare for and respond to natural disasters had a message for Floridians on Friday: … more
Billy Graham statue for U.S. Capitol to be unveiled next week
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A statue of the late Rev. Billy Graham set to stand inside the U.S. Capitol to represent North Carolina will be unveiled next week in a ceremony. House Speaker Mike … more
Editorial cartoon: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Dear Abby, May 11, 2024: Husband acknowledges affair but not everything adds up
DEAR ABBY: My husband had an affair. I found out after seeing a motel charge on our bank account. I asked, and he confessed that it was with an old school sweetheart. I asked how long it was going on. He said two years. He then called her and told … more
Cami is a sweet cat who would do well in a quiet home
Cami is a 1.5-year-old, dilute calico, female domestic shorthair cat. Cami is current on all vaccinations, has been spayed and tested negative for Feline Leukemia and AIDs. She is a bit shy at first but very sweet once she warms up. Cami would do … more
Healthgrades names McLeod Health Clarendon a 2024 Outstanding Patient Experience Award Recipient
MANNING - McLeod Health Clarendon was recently recognized as a 2024 Outstanding Patient Experience Award recipient by Healthgrades, according to a news release from McLeod Health Foundation. "We understand what matters most to patients at McLeod … more
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Sumter music icon Wilkinson cherished for 'sense of humor,' love of family, God
To know Brooks Wilkinson was to love him, and it wasn't hard to do either. To know him, all you had to do was visit the places he loved most: SEACO Music and First Church of God. Once there, loving him came as easily as the laughter you let out … more
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Letter to the editor: Satan identifies as God
One day Satan, the old devil, will identify as God. 2 Thessalonians 2:4 (KJV) says concerning Satan (appearing as the antichrist after the rapture of Christ's Church), "Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is … more
Veterans, caregivers, survivors invited to info event May 17
Military veterans, their caretakers and survivors are invited to a community information event next week to sign up on site for any services they may need. The Veterans Upward Bound Program at Central … more
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Briggs v. Elliott Festival starts Thursday, May 16, in Summerton
In American history, few legal battles stand as symbols of progress and justice like Brown v. Board of Education. It began as several fights for equality in education across various corners of the country as citizens came together in a landmark case … more
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K&H Resource Center seniors honored for Mother's Day
A group of "precious seniors" enjoyed a hot and delicious lunch in honor of Mother's Day on Wednesday, May 8, at K&H Resource Center in Summerton. Sharon Thames-Simms, a graduate of Scott's Branch High School, rolled out her food … more
'When I was hopeless, you had hope': John Landon Black Foundation opens doors in Manning
MANNING - John Landon Black's life was short, but his legacy will live on through the lives of the individuals seeking substance abuse rehabilitation when they pass through the doors of John's Place, 16 N. Brooks St. After fighting the demons of … more
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South Carolina editorial roundup: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Post and Courier May 7 3 days and 2 reforms that could transform 2024 S.C. legislative session With three days remaining, there's still time for the S.C. Legislature to salvage something substantive from a 2024 session that's on track to … more
Palmetto Pickle Music Festival coming to New Zion May 18
NEW ZION - Country recording group Sawyer Brown will be the featured entertainment at the 2024 Palmetto Pickle Music Festival on Saturday, May 18, at 7301 Salem Road. South Carolina native Charlie Floyd will open the concert at 6 p.m. followed by … more
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Shrek still has puppy energy and loves going for walks
Shrek is a 2-year-old, white-and-black, male bully mix. Shrek is current on vaccinations, neutered and tested negative for heartworms. He currently weighs about 40 pounds. Shrek is still very much a puppy and has lots of energy. … more
Sumter sororities gather to promote sisterhood, fundraise for local charities
On Monday, April 29, the ladies of the Divine 9 Eta Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Beta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. and Sumter Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. gathered … more
Crowd enjoys annual Homegrown concert to benefit nonprofit
The Thursday, May 2, installment of Homegrown, the annual concert series benefitting The Sounds of Grace, a local musical nonprofit, was held at Sumter Opera House. more
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