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The De'Mure Way: Sumter chef, Clarendon entrepreneur bring new flavors, meaning to South Sumter with restaurant
Food is more than just nourishment. It's also an invitation - one that welcomes you into a person's world, giving you a glimpse into their history, their culture and their heart. For Alonso Felder and Jamal Green, food is their language, their … more
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Hidden Wounds is more than just a safe place for veterans
Some wounds go beyond the physical. In fact, some of the longest-lasting pains remain in the heads and hearts of those who have endured the unimaginable. When you pair that mental pain with … more
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1 year in, what exactly did The Item Impact do?
Journalists are told to avoid writing cliches. But, when we came up with the name for this free monthly paper, we couldn't help ourselves. Our mission in its inception was, quite literally, to make an impact in the community. To dive … more
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'Captain America: Brave New World' has flaws but still entertaining
The merger between Marvel and Disney studios during the Infinity Saga of the Marvel Cinematic Universe yielded immediate and dominating success. From 2008 to 2019, there was no way to prevent the Marvel/Disney machine from breaking box-office … more
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Social Security Matters: Reader worries his wife took her benefit too soon
Dear Rusty - I hope we haven't made a mistake! My wife just applied for her Social Security benefit. She was born in May 1962, and the estimated amount of her benefit is $1,280/month. Her work income last year was $5,616; however, mine was about … more
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F-16 Viper Demo Team takes on Heritage Flight Training Course
The F-16 Viper Demonstration Team recently attended the Heritage Flight Training Course at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. The team attended the annual gathering of Air Combat Command demonstration teams to certify for aerial maneuvers in the … more
Do you know: Octavia Harby Moses
Some of history's most influential figures never sought the spotlight, yet their impact continues to shape the world today. Women and men across generations have driven progress through resilience, education and quiet but powerful leadership, … more
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Honor Vietnam War veterans, celebrate warmer weather at events coming up
SUMTER Comic book lovers can join Sumter Original Brewery for its Comic Book Show on Saturday, March 29, starting at 10 a.m. The brewery is at 2 S. Main St. in downtown Sumter. The annual Sumter fair won't be here for a while, but a carnival … more
Connecting cultures through education; Sumter High international teacher Diego Teatin elected president of state language teacher group
As an international teacher at Sumter High School, Diego Teatin is not only helping to fill the gap with the U.S. teacher shortage, but he is also a perfect fit in today's growing multicultural society. A native of Colombia in South America, … more
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School board to rezone attendance lines; Liberty expands vision
BOARD VOTES 5-4 TO REZONE SCHOOLS' ATTENDANCE LINES; NO TIMETABLE GIVEN A little more than two years after the contentious issue of district realignment of school zone lines was postponed indefinitely in Sumter, the school board passed the … more
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Crestwood AD Scriven helps spread drug awareness
South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association Executive Director Scott Earley often tries to find time to travel to different states to find ways to improve the progress of coaches in the Palmetto State. A few years ago, a trip to Texas led to a … more
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Rams reflect on impact of state championship run for Ragin Prep
On Feb. 22, Ragin Prep made history, celebrating a state championship for the first time when the Rams defeated Curtis Baptist for the SCISA 1A basketball state title. A month later, the initial high has cooled down, but the excitement around the … more
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Reflections: Galloway & Moseley celebrates 90 years
Reflections recalls the opening of one of Sumter's longest-existent retail stores, Galloway & Moseley Jewelers. The information and photos used to prepare this piece were obtained from The Sumter Item archives. The Galloway and Moseley jewelry … more
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4 headlines to know from local government this past month
New hotel and parking garage and new technical high school announced at State of Sumter panel Sumter Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of Sumter on Friday, March 7, where several developments were announced. Board Chair of Sumter … more
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Learning and the Brain: Wide rivers and barren fig trees
"It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society." - J. Krishnamurti A young Irish-Catholic priest embarked on a mission to the Kalenjin peoples of Kenya. Having been trained in "community development," he was eager … more
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Sumter Claremont Masonic Lodge No. 64 marks 170 years of service this year
Up in Sumter's Claremont Masonic Lodge No. 64's meeting chambers, the walls are lined with photos of the lodge's past masters, and outside of those chambers are display cases with old Mason memorabilia in them, antique Mason aprons and important … more
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We all know how to be kind, thoughtful and encouraging
I have had the privilege of serving as the pastor at First Presbyterian here in Sumter for the last year. My wife and I moved to Sumter about six months ago, and so now it is our home, too. Although it is hard for me to believe it has been a year … more
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Check out the March / April 2025 edition of The Sumter Item Impact
https://www.theitem.com/stories/the-sumter-item-impact-march-april-2025,427288 Impact marks 1 year of community news, storytelling 1 year in, what exactly did The Item Impact do? more
Harmony in every note: Hillcrest Middle’s band shines under 2nd-year director
To have a successful school band requires a strong director, and Hillcrest Middle School is hitting all the high notes these days with second-year teacher Cornelius Blanding. Three Wildcat band members who were named all-region and their … more
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Check out the February / March 2025 issue of The Sumter Item Impact
Best of Sumter contest celebrates the best of everything in our community https://www.theitem.com/stories/the-sumter-item-impact-february-march-2025,426137 more
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