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Clarendon poultry farm receives $140k grant
COLUMBIA - Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced on Monday, April 22, that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding more than 700 clean-energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and … more
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City of Sumter gets $1,500 donation from Duke Energy for litter efforts, celebrates Earth Day with community cleanup
The City of Sumter received a $1,500 donation from Duke Energy for the city's litter prevention program, according to the city's Facebook page. The money will be used to enhance community cleanup projects and promote a trash-free … more
The Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Flies
The flies on my cows are bad right now. On my bull, they are a thick blanket. I've got to get some fly dope on them to kill those flies. Flies are bad for cattle. First, they annoy cattle. Annoyed cattle don't eat. Cattle that don't eat get … more
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Guardian ad Litem training for Clarendon and Sumter counties offered online beginning May 28
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem in Clarendon and … more
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Opportunity knocks at Sumter, Lee Graduate to Greatness hiring event
A total of 60 public high school seniors from Sumter and Lee counties participated in the third-annual Graduate to Greatness Hiring and Recruitment event on Wednesday at the American Legion headquarters on Artillery Drive. The event was coordinated … more
Sumter gospel group nominated for Stellar Award, members say they're 'excited' to represent Sumter
If you believe it, then you can achieve it. It's an age-old saying meant to encourage us in pursuit of our passions to have faith in our ability of making our dreams a reality. And for Lee Burgess, his dreams will hopefully come true this … more
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Music, cars, barbecue, tea, golf tourneys and more. We’ve got you covered
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Sumter Family YMCA will hold YMCA's Healthy Kids Day from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Y's gymnasiums, 510 Miller … more
Sumter author Tom Winstead publishes his 3rd book
Ninety-two-year-old author Tom Winstead of Sumter has published his third book, "Before the Beginning," through Palmetto Publishing of Charleston. The tale, a mix of truth and fiction, is based on a medical emergency the author … more
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BizTalk: New romance bookstore and wine bar coming to downtown Sumter
Downtown Sumter will be adding a cultural amenity this summer with a romance bookstore and wine bar opening on Main Street. Under The Cover will be the business name, and owner Sharlene Shuler spoke this week on the new venue, which will have a … more
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Hundreds attend 22nd-annual Shrimp Feast as Sumter Museum announces plans to expand
Good. You couldn't go a few minutes at the 22nd-annual Shrimp Feast without hearing the word refer to someone or something, and for good reason. At the 22nd-annual Shrimp Feast on Thursday, April 25, presented by Sumter Pest Management, nearly … more
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13 graduate from CCTC Leadership Academy
Central Carolina Technical College announced 13 employees graduated from the Central Carolina Technical College Leadership Academy on Friday, April 19. The ceremony featured an inspiring keynote address by Austin Floyd. CCTC Leadership Academy, … more
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Groundsman extraordinaire: R.E. Davis staff member Fulton McFadden is district’s longest-serving employee
One thing that Fulton McFadden will tell you is that he is not afraid of hard work. It is about all he has ever known. Working since the age of 16, McFadden is the R.E. Davis College Preparatory Academy groundsman, and with more than 50 years of … more
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‘I do believe there’s an answer': Sumter leaders continue search for way to improve condition of private residential roads
Discussion on helping Sumter County residents living on private roads in poor condition is still on the table even after council denied a draft of a potential solution in early April. Earlier reporting from The Sumter Item details multiple county … more
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Shaw Heights Elementary School students hold Purple Up Parade
April is recognized as the Month of the Military Child. This past week, Shaw Heights Elementary School held its annual Purple Up Parade. Each class decorated a poster celebrating all military children. Partners in Education and ACE … more
Take unwanted, unused prescription drugs to Sumter Police Department on April 27 for safe disposal
Sumter Police Department is taking part in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's 26th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at 335 N. Lafayette Drive. The following unwanted, … more
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Third-party logistics company will create 6 jobs in Sumter
A third-party logistics provider for Amazon has announced that it will open a warehousing and fulfillment services operation in Sumter soon and create six jobs. Utopia Fulfillment will establish … more
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CareSouth Carolina to host Community Health Fair in Bishopville
BISHOPVILLE — CareSouth Carolina will hold a Community Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Bishopville High Memorial Gym, 121 E. College St. The aim of the event … more
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April's Homeowner and Business Yards of the Month named
The Azalea Garden Club, a member of the Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter Inc., recognizes April's Homeowner and Business Yards of the Month. The yard of Cal and Kimberly Land's home at 617 Henderson St., far left, includes neatly trimmed shrubs and … more
Local Wounded Warriors 5K run raises more $2K
Last weekend, the streets were filled with people running in support of a local wounded warriors mission. According to Vice President of Communications for the Air and Space Forces Association Cheryl Moye, the sun was shining brightly with a cool … more
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Traffic study planned after truck hits Liberty Hill home at Summerton intersection and other vehicles have damaged nearby properties
SUMMERTON - "One life is all it should take." That is what Ashley Robinson Thurman, her brother Jason and her husband, Will Thurman, have been repeating to themselves and the community since their home was crashed into earlier this month. The … more
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