Most cinematic franchises rarely reach 10 installments without having a passionate and loyal audience of some sort. There are certain anomalies, for example horror icons such as Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers and Pinhead, that have …
You may see a local face on the big screen on your next visit to the movies. Mayesville native Rakeem …
With Swan Lake serving as a beautiful backdrop, members of the Inspire! Festival committee presented a …
Sumter Little Theatre is ending this season of shows with a production filled with adventure, adversities …
If you enjoy outdoor garden spaces, The Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter's Spring Garden Tour on …
More than a week after the joyous Festival on the Avenue, Sumterites gathered once again outside the …
Talent of all ages will grace the stage this Thursday as the Sumter Community Jazz Band and Sumter …
The Marvel Cinematic Universe featured releases have experienced significant declines in revenue, …
Looking to liven up your Friday nights? Well, look no further than downtown Sumter. Fourth …
Community contributorThe Sumter County Gallery of Art, 200 Hasel St. in Sumter, will present …
WASHINGTON (AP) - Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday that European allies are developing a coordinated program to train Ukrainian forces on the F-16 fighter jet, but Pentagon leaders warned that it will be a costly and complex task and …
GILBERT (AP) — A school bus collided with a tanker truck Thursday in South Carolina, sending at least 18 people, mostly children, to the hospital, authorities said. The bus was carrying 36 …
REMBERT - Paul Antoine Racicot, age 74, beloved husband of Peggy Abbed Racicot, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at McLeod Regional Medical Center. You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the family's guest book. The family has …
GREELEYVILLE - Charles W. Greene, 76, husband of Mazie Wallace Greene, died on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence. He was born on March 9, 1947, in the Foreston section of Manning, a son of the late Rev. Willie Greene Sr. …
Jerry L. McCall, 79, husband of Elizabeth Johnson McCall, died on Friday, May 26, 2023, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. He was born on Aug. 19, 1943, in Sumter, a son of the late William and Lubertha Mack McCall. The family is requesting …
Geannie Johnson Tisdale, age 76, beloved wife of the late Donald Leroy Tisdale, died on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the family's guest book. The family has chosen …
MANNING - Charles Stanley "Chuck" Ard, 70, widower of Deborah Evans Andrews Ard, died on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at his home. Born on May 8, 1953, in Montgomery, Alabama, he was a son of the late Bennie Ard Jr. and Frances Scott Ard. Mr. Ard owned …
Grover Oneal Duren, 62, husband of Cheryl Amos Duren, departed this life on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at his residence. He was born on Jan. 1, 1961, in Pinewood, a son of Mary Ellen Canty Duren and the late David Duren. The family will receive …
DEAR ABBY - I'm a 45-year-old woman who has been dating "Ben" (53) for two years. We have known each other for more than 20. He treats me like a …
DEAR ABBY - My narcissistic father feels entitled to do whatever he pleases. He has always insisted that since he makes the money, far more than …
DEAR ABBY - I married a recovering addict, and for years he did great. We made a lovely home and family together. Then one of my husband's drug …
DEAR ABBY - I struggled for years with vomiting and nausea, as well as other digestive issues I dismissed as having a "sensitive stomach." When …
LEFT: Channing is a 3-month-old American short hair. He is housebroken and is an active and curious boy. Channing enjoys exploring, sleeping and playing with cat toys. He is great with children and other cats and is looking for a fun forever …
This is part two of a two-part Reflections series about the 200th anniversary of Sumter's First Presbyterian Church. Read the first part of this series at www.theitem.com/reflections. In 1957, an article appearing in The Item noted that Dr. …
Reflections revisits the origin of the First Presbyterian Church of Sumter. This house of worship will …
This issue of Reflections looks back at the growth and development of Caldwell Street and the businesses …
Reflections remembers the photographic genius of Heyward Crowson, Item photographer for more than 40 …
Reflections revisits the establishment of one of Sumter's oldest businesses, the ice factory. The …
Reflections recognizes Sumter's Chapter of the American Legion, its origin, and, according to …
Reflections revisits a period of rapid industrial growth in Sumter during the 19th century. This …
Part 2 of Reflections continues its focus on some prominent women in Sumter's history. Information …
Reflections focuses upon women who have made viable contributions to the Sumter community. This …
Memorial Day. Only a few of us fight in wars; fewer still die in battle. Memorial Day remembers them. I almost did not make it here on Earth. …
I found a Catholic Bible in December. I have been reading it. It has seven additional books added to a regular Bible. I have been reading 1 …
What is wealth? Investopedia says that "wealth is determined by taking the total market value of all physical and intangible assets owned, then …
We the people of Sumter County voted down the penny tax (aka 1% additional sales tax). Why? Because we are sick and tired of paying for multiple …
Southern Senior Living is excited to celebrate our exceptional staff and inspiring residents this National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) …
Dear Gov. McMaster, the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus members are writing to urge you to call the General Assembly back to address the …