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County officials want to lessen reentry barriers for those with convictions wanting to own businesses
Sumter County's business license ordinance may soon change to lessen barriers to reentry for those with criminal histories who want to own businesses. During the Tuesday, Feb. 13, county council meeting, council unanimously decided to start the … more
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Assistant Democratic Leader James Clyburn announces decision to step down from leadership role
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn, a Sumter native, released the following statement on Wednesday, Feb. 14, on his decision to step down from House … more
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SCDOT to install all-way stop at S.C. 341 and U.S. 401 in Lee County
STAFF REPORT The South Carolina Department of Transportation wants drivers to be aware of a change to a roadway in Lee County. SCDOT announced in a news release earlier this week that it will convert a two-way stop into a four-way stop at S.C. … more
Ebenezer students learn about Army careers
Honor students from Ebenezer Middle School in Sumter School District visited USARCENT as part of the Partners in Education program. The PIE program is an initiative to strengthen the relationship with the local community and to educate students from … more
City dedicates new Bobby Richardson Field at Riley Park
The new Bobby Richardson Field at Sumter's 90-year-old Riley Park was dedicated on Saturday, Feb. 10, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Richardson, former Yankees second baseman, and Sumter Mayor David Merchant, among other … more
Sumter Little Theatre encourages audiences to see 'Sweat' beginning Feb. 22
Your favorite local thespians will trade in their extravagant costumes for a pair of work boots and some elbow grease for the upcoming production "Sweat." Set in Reading, Pennsylvania, in the year 2000, a group of friends spends their days … more
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Month of love inspires Clarendon library patrons to decorate cards for senior residents
From left, Alana Jones, LaKesha Meredith and Activity Director Jannett Conyers for Pocotaligo River Health and Rehab Center sort through handmade cards for Valentine's Day. Inspired by the month of love and an internationally known nonprofit … more
Sumter Fireside Fund helps one-time clients out of sudden hole
I caught a plane while on vacation once from Chicago to Las Vegas that was only 30% full. It was luxurious! Sit wherever you please or stretch out … there was ample room. My wife found a way to buckle her seat belt and lay out over the three … more
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Clarendon residents asked to give input on solar ordinance at Feb. 15 meeting
Solar farms have been a hot topic in Clarendon and Sumter counties during the past few months, and some residents have raised concerns while community leaders try to come up with a game plan for reviewing Clarendon's solar ordinance. On Thursday, … more
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Early voting for Republican primary begins; more than 15 Sumter, state seats will be on the November ballot
In less than nine months, we'll be voting for leaders in local, state and national seats. The South Carolina Democratic primary is done, with President Joseph R. Biden as the state's Democratic nominee. Early voting for the South Carolina … more
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Sumter school board votes 6-3 for new Mayewood athletic building
A new bathroom and concession stand area is set for a middle school football field in Sumter School District after the school board voted 6-3 on a new building concept Monday night. An option for a wood-framed building not to exceed an allotted … more
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Sumter man, 21, charged with attempted murder in connection to non-fatal shooting
Sumter police have one in custody after a shooting that occurred last Friday. According to Tonyia McGirt, public information officer for Sumter Police Department, a shooting occurred around 7:30 … more
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More details revealed in FOIA documents on investigation of Clarendon building inspector
Freedom of Information Act requests revealed more details regarding an investigation of a Clarendon County building inspector who was allegedly outside of his jurisdiction, approving site work with no site plans. In October 2023, The Sumter Item … more
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Uncovered: BROKEN BONDS: Brantley Thomas used Berkeley County schools as a personal ATM. There was more to the story.
1. The crook Before his downfall, Brantley Thomas III had reached the highest rungs of South Carolina's education ladder: He was chief financial officer for Berkeley County School District, a rapidly growing system with a $260 million budget. And … more
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Nothing like home: Camden’s Davis brings friends for concert and camaraderie for filming of ‘Southern Songwriters’
If a premature five-star rating was ever applicable to a series, this would be the one. Camden-raised Patrick Davis ventured back to South Carolina from Nashville, Tennessee, bringing with him a few talented friends to perform for his friends, … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Lisa Frankenstein' is unique, campy and witty adaptation
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" is a personal favorite of mine dating back to my childhood. A genius scientist creating life from the remains of a non-living being I found fascinating. Throughout the story, the creature acclimates to social norms of … more
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Sumter woman arrested after man injured in shooting early Sunday
A Sumter woman was arrested by sheriff's deputies after a man was shot early Sunday. Iszarah Rockingham-Barnett, 22, of West Avenue South in Pinewood, was arrested Sunday pursuant to a warrant … more
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Divine 9 meets for HBCU and Greek Celebration
Members of the Divine 9, representing five fraternities and four sororities, attended the HBCU and Greek Celebration at Mechanicsville UMC (the Rev. Kenneth B. Middleton) on Sunday, Jan. 28. The Bishopville/Manning/Shaw AFB Alumni Chapter of Kappa … more
Fraternity member wins award, team selection
Brother Marcus Thomas of the Bishopville/Manning/Shaw AFB Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. has been awarded the 2023 USATF National Official Committee Outstanding Service Award for outstanding contributions to the South … more
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Bishopville will see new YMCA wellness center
Bishopville and Lee County residents could see increased community health and wellness after a wellness center comes to town. On Friday, Feb. 9, the City of Bishopville, Lee County and the YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee region announced their … more
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