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City of Sumter approves sale, consumption of beer, wine at 2024 events despite pushback
Sumter City Council has authorized the sale and consumption of beer and wine for several events taking place in city limits this year. The city itself is not selling the alcohol, but it has approved … more
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Sumter United Ministries might get more money from federal grant to repair houses than originally planned
Sumter City Council has approved the budget for how to spend money coming from the federal government through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. More specifically, these Community … more
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Sumter United Ministries closes winter shelter for the year
As the weather warms up, it is now another winter season in the books for Sumter United Ministries’ Winter Shelter at the former Santee-Wateree Mental Health Building on Magnolia Street. The … more
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Sumter police chief says city homicides more than doubled, auto break-ins increased by 91% in 2023
Crime rates within Sumter city limits increased 16% in the past year, Sumter Police Chief Russell Roark told Sumter City Council members on Tuesday afternoon. Sumter City Council members … more
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Sumter's Fireside Fund still helps during chilly times as winter turns to spring
The cold weather is almost gone, but not quite. Mornings and evenings are still “chilly,” forcing all of us to dive deep into the practice of layering as well as being confronted with the … more
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Everybody loves Kiwanis Club of Sumter Pancake Day
Kiwanis Club of Sumter member Don Beard prepares pancakes on Saturday at Alice Drive Middle School during the 61st Annual Kiwanis Club of Sumter Pancake Day. The pancake day is the biggest annual fundraiser for the local Kiwanis Club. Headline … more
Dozens of Sumter students take part in 8th Manufacturing EXPO/STEAM Challenge Event
Chestnut Oaks Middle School students participated in the 8th-Annual Manufacturing EXPO/STEAM Challenge Event on Friday, March 1. Twenty eighth-graders and 10 seventh-graders were selected from each middle school in the area to partake in a full day … more
Movies with Isaiah: 'Dune: Part Two' is phenomenal, destined to be a classic
As I scoured the school library during my first year of high school, my eyes came upon a book that forever changed my perspective on science fiction literature. The title said "Dune," written by Frank Herbert. After reading the brief synopsis on the … more
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Sumter native publishes 3rd novel and draws from high school coaching years
Sumter native W. Scott Jones has published a third novel and will have a book signing at Elephant Ear Gallery on Tuesday, March 19. "What a Crowd" is Jones' first book to be traditionally published by a publishing company and explores the world … more
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Paxville park gets upgrades to become lively again
What once was a lonely, quiet park has been revitalized to host children's laughs and squeals as they run around the playground. Welcome to Paxville. Population: a little more than 200. A small, quaint town where family gatherings, parades and a … more
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Clarendon County Master Gardeners annual tomato sale April 5-6 will have 1,000 plants
It is the time of year to plan your garden, and with the help of a local gardening club, tasty tomatoes aren't far behind. On Friday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Clarendon County Master … more
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Up for the challenge: Sumter Kiwanis Club names Patina Calhoun 1st African American female president-elect
In 1952, Sumterite Charlotta Spears Bass, a journalist and social activist, changed the face of political possibilities as the first African American female vice-presidential candidate in the United States. Four years later in 1956, Clarendon County … more
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Sumter Reading Rumble's focus is developing love for reading
In the spirit that reading is fundamental to all student success and engaging students in that endeavor, Sumter School District held its second-annual Reading Rumble on Saturday for elementary school students. A total of 10 district elementary … more
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Sumter's Next Generation, presented by CCTC: Sumter High's Jeshua Espiritu talks being first international president for Junior Civitans, facing fears head on
Life comes with its fair share of challenges, no matter how big or small. The unknown is scary, but it's vital to learning oneself and growing into their purpose in life. Sumter High's Jeshua Espiritu knows a thing or two about that. Jeshua isn't … more
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Clarendon County School District hosts job fair March 9, looking for teachers, admin staff
Looking for a job? Specifically wanting to work with kids or in a school environment? Well Clarendon County School District has a solution. On March 4, CCSD announced its upcoming job fair, dedicated … more
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Palmetto Optimist Club hosts children's book drive
SUBMITTED The Palmetto Optimist Club announces its annual Children's Book Drive, running throughout March. The initiative aims to collect new and gently used children's books to promote literacy and a love for reading among the youth in … more
Clarendon district under fiscal watch after District 4 failed to submit 2020-21 audit
Clarendon County School District has announced a second fiscal watch following the completion of a state investigation. During the regularly scheduled school board meeting on March 4, CCSD board … 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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ROSE M. RICH
Rose M. Rich departed this life on Friday, March 1, 2024, in Sumter. She was born Nov. 4, 1967, in Sumter to the late William Elijah and Delories Brunson Rich. The family is receiving friends at 1026 … more
Column by Sen. Thomas McElveen: I am stepping away from S.C. General Assembly after a dozen years of service but excited about future of our community and state
I entered the South Carolina Senate in 2012 as the youngest state senator at the time, fresh off my first political race. The better part of a year spent on the campaign trail was marked by hard work … more
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