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Lee County Public Library will welcome a fellow South Carolinian to its book-shelved haven to share her passion for victim advocacy, showcased in her debut novel. Helen P. Bradley hails from Bethune but spent all her adult life in Savannah, … more
Health is wealth and knowledge is power, and a local nonprofit is looking to provide the community with both in an effort to combat childhood hunger. Cool Hands, a nonprofit organization established in Sumter, focuses on combatting childhood … more
The Sumter community joined together on the morning of Monday, Jan. 15, for the 24th-annual Dream Walk, celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the life and legacy of King through speeches and song as … more
The waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher program through SC Housing will reopen for several counties including Clarendon and Lee in February, according to a news release from the agency. The waiting list application period … more
SHAW AIR FORCE BASE - U.S. Army Central personnel gathered at Patton Hall on Thursday, Jan. 11, to honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in an observance that underscored the principles of equality, justice and … more
BANKS - The Federal Reserve will be closed Monday, Jan. 15. Area banks and credit unions typically follow the Federal Reserve holiday closing schedule, but it is recommended that readers verify the holiday hours of their particular financial … more
"A successful garden is just like a house; a good foundation is key." Clarendon residents who love to garden, want to get into gardening or are just curious about the benefits of gardening, there is an event for you happening for free. Produce … more
The Carolinian Camellia Ball of Sumter presented five debutantes at its ball on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, at The Quixote Club. From left are Crawford Elizabeth Latham, escorted by Robert Alfred Getty and Dr. Phillip Lane Latham Jr.; Kyndal Gail … more
On Jan. 15, Clarendon residents are invited to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the Civil Rights Movement. Starting at 10 a.m. at the Billie S. Fleming Protective Services … more
The public has a chance to give input on a study on well water at Shaw Air Force Base that presents three methods for addressing contamination. The United States Air Force opened a 30-day comment period on Jan. 9 that will last through Feb. … more
A late-night fire at a local heating and cooling business resulted in a loss of contents but not their high spirits. According to Sumter Fire Department, units responded to a report from Sumter Police Department of a business on fire at about 11 … more
Clarendon County School District has yet to provide documents or, according to a media lawyer, an appropriate response to numerous emails regarding a recent Freedom of Information Act request from The Sumter Item. On Nov. 29, 2023, Item reporter … more
Much has been learned in the last decade about social and emotional aspects of learning in young children, and Lemira Elementary School has now incorporated some of those concepts in a unique classroom setting. It is called a sensory room, and … more
The Sumter Police Department is searching for a man wanted in connection to an attempted armed robbery and shooting on Thursday. According to Tonyia McGirt, public information … more
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed … more
As the new year unfolds, a new interim county administrator took office, giving his first monthly report on projects and reminders for the public. Lynden Anthony is serving as the interim Clarendon County administrator while also serving in his … more
When I was a child, I had a succession of one-eyed Shetland ponies. My Uncle Larry was a veterinarian. He was often called out to carnivals when a Shetland pony had a cancerous eye. Uncle Larry would cut out the eye, and then the carnival owner … more
A beloved BBQ restaurant's owners are hosting a fundraiser to help with employees' needs after a fire destroyed the building and damaged surrounding buildings. On Jan. 20 starting at noon, guests are invited to the Lonestar BBQ Fundraiser where … more
The annual Grinding of the Greens will be on Saturday, Jan. 13, from 7 to 9 a.m. at Dillon Park, where Sumter County and the City of Sumter recycle live Christmas trees by turning them into mulch. Live … more
COLUMBIA - South Carolina Department of Education is looking for partners to assist with providing meals to children this summer. The Summer Break Café is a summer food service program funded by the United States Department of Agriculture and … more
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