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Sumter Pastor Clay Smith: Churches, preachers and politics...
The pastor at my home church was preaching one Sunday, and as an illustration, he shared that some senior adults received so little in Social Security that they had to eat dog food. Then he added this phrase, "I don't think God likes that." Everyone … more
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Eat barbecue, learn about farm life, hear live music at Springfest and enjoy a car race, all in Sumter this weekend
SUMTER COUNTY The Annual Barbecue Cook-Off Benefiting Boy Scouts of America will be held Saturday, March 23, at Sumter American Legion Fairgrounds, Sumter County Civic Center, 700 W. Liberty St. The competition will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. … more
'Inhale spring' at annual Mary Hinson Flower Show at Sumter Gallery of Art
If you're looking for a chance to experience subtle, sweet scents of our local and migrant flora to caress your nose and fill you with the feeling of spring, the Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter and Sumter County Gallery of Art have the perfect … more
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Sumter County residents struggle with their street's condition while officials ponder solutions, size of problem
Sumter County officials said there is not enough evidence to support Kangaroo Lane having once been considered a public road. Early reporting from The Sumter Item details how Lesa and Wayne Geddings of Kangaroo Lane in rural Sumter County worry … more
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SAFE Federal Credit Union CEO wins Sumter Chamber's Business Person of the Year award at annual gala
Spirits were high at the 2024 Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce's Annual Gala. Each year, the gala celebrates locals who are business professionals and difference-makers in the Sumter area. Notable people from across a variety of careers … more
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Here are South Carolina and Sumter names that will be on ballot this year
Here are some of the South Carolina state and local Sumter elections in 2024 with current elected officials and candidates who have filed for those seats below each current elected official (this is the most recent information shown on the state's … 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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Woman wins $375K on $10 lottery ticket sold in Sumter
"I  feel lucky every day now," said a Midlands woman who won $375,000 according to the South Carolina Education Lottery. The woman, who purchased her $10 lottery ticket at  the Dixon Food … more
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Sumter Item to host 2nd-annual The Bobbys
Sumter continues to produce thrilling matchups and student-athletes when it comes to high school sports, and The Sumter Item will continue celebrating them with the second-annual Espy Awards-style program, The Bobbys. Inspired by ESPN's sports … more
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Central Carolina Technical College denies district extension on property
After granting Sumter School District use of property for six years to construct a technical high school with no results, Central Carolina Technical College has decided to now keep the property for its own options. The college's Area Commission … more
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Lieutenant governor to speak to Sumter Republican Party on Thursday
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette will be the guest speaker for the monthly Sumter County Republican Party meeting on Thursday at The Restaurant at Second Mill. Bill Oden, chairman the local … more
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Sumter Item reporter speaks to Furman middle school students about creative writing
Item newsletter editor and reporter Bryn Eddy spoke to Furman Middle School students on March 7 for Literacy Week. She told them that most of being a good writer is being a good reader and adventurer, noting that a writer's favorite books and … more
As winter winds down, Sumter Fireside Fund is still meeting needs
I have discovered that winter is a most valuable season. Winter is a time in which the schedule is clearer and the weather encourages you to stay inside to rest, watch movies and play games. The older I get, the more I enjoy this time of year for … more
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FAQ: 3 questions about The Sumter Item's printing changes coming in March
The Sumter Item announced changes to its print delivery schedule last weekend, effective March 2. The changes include consolidating printing and delivery of the newspaper to Wednesday and Saturday, while also adding a cost-free monthly newspaper … more
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1 in custody after Sumter break-in while resident was home
A man is in custody after reportedly breaking into a residence will the owner was home. After 7:15 a.m. Thursday, officers responded to a residence along Grimble Court. The resident reported she … more
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Sumter Police Department serves up cheesy celebration for winners of Black History Month art contest
In a heartwarming display of community collaboration, winner of the Sumter Police Department's annual Black History Month Art and Essay Contest were treated to a slice of joy at Chuck E Cheese. The winners represented Sumter School District … more
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Bed and breakfast coming to Players Course golf course area
A bed and breakfast is coming to Clarendon County near a golf course to accommodate overnight stays. Leroy Doyle requested permission from Clarendon County Planning Commission at the Jan. 16 meeting for placement of a residential bed and … more
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Sumter deputies investigating break-in of North Main ABC store, asking for public's help
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office seeks the public’s help to identify suspects in a burglary from Thursday morning. Around 5 a.m. on Feb. 15, three individuals were seen on security … more
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Groups request more money for expanded Briggs v. Elliott Festival
A Clarendon-based action group has requested over $40,000 for the annual Briggs v. Elliott Festival, a historic case that is reaching its 70th anniversary this year. On March 12, during a Clarendon County Council meeting, members of the Summerton … more
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Sumter man in custody after waving gun in local park
A Sumter man is in police custody after reportedly waving a stolen gun while at Dillon Park. Before 4:45 p.m. on March 19,  officers responded to a reports of man holding a gun and waving … more
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