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Biden named S.C. Democratic nominee; Sumter supported president with 96% of primary vote
Almost 4,000 Sumterites voted in the South Carolina Democratic primary last week, which named President Joseph R. Biden as the state's Democratic nominee. According to unofficial results from Sumter County's election commission, 3,963 ballots … more
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Summerton's 1st Black mayor laid to rest
It's not a goodbye, it's a see you later. It's not a funeral, it's a celebration of life. Mayor Elder Dr. Tony Junious' life and legacy were celebrated one final time on Saturday, Feb. 3, at Scott's Branch High School, where he was a part of the … more
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2 injured, 1 dead after separate shootings this weekend in Sumter; police investigating
Sumter Police Department is investigating two separate shootings that occurred this weekend, one which resulted in death. After 10 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to a shots fired call when … more
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Adoptable dogs to be at Sumter Original Brewery Feb. 3
If the idea of a perfect Saturday involves dogs, beer and good company, you should head to downtown Sumter this afternoon. Saving Sumter Strays is set to bring some of their adoptable dogs to … more
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Commentary: Canty calls NAACP accusations 'egregious,' responds without apology
After 78-plus years of life, most of which have been dedicated to public service as a Civil Rights activist, legislator, school board member, pastor and businessman, I take all allegations, innuendos and attacks seriously, regardless of the … more
Letter: Sumter NAACP questions potential 'partnership' of Sumter district, charter school and Wilson Hall
January 15, 2024 Dr. Ralph Canty, chairman Sumter School Board of Trustees 1345 Wilson Hall Road Sumter, South Carolina 29150 As we commemorate yet another Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and look back on this country's long history … more
P-51 Mustang Red Tail at Tuskegee Airmen Memorial in Sumter will be dedicated Feb. 9
The full-scale model of a P-51 Mustang Red Tail at the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial has been at Sumter Veterans Park for about six months now, and on Feb. 9, it will have its dedication ceremony. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. at the monument at … more
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Sen. Johnson, Rep. Pedalino come to agreement on 1 Clarendon school district lines map ahead of elections
Nearly 10 months in the making, Clarendon County's new school district lines map is now waiting on Gov. Henry McMaster's signature after two lawmakers have come to an agreement. In December 2023, Sen. Kevin Johnson, D-Manning, and state Rep. Fawn … more
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Column by Sumter Item Publisher Vince Johnson: Changes at The Item will make larger community impact, benefit advertisers
How does The Sumter Item make the largest impact for a better Sumter? How do we sustain local news in Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties at a time when similar communities are losing their local news sources across the country? How do we best … more
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Column by Sumter Item Executive Editor Kayla Green: Amid time of uncertainty for newspapers, Item changes will increase access to news
For the last 130 years, there has not been a Sumter County without The Sumter Item. I do not anticipate that to change. A lot has changed in those 130 years at the national level, local stage and within the walls of what is currently Sumter … more
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Boosting Black Voices: Sumter Item reporter Maple to explore self-expression through arts in Black History Month series
Here we are again, Sumter - same month, same mission, new people. Last year at this time, I was gearing up to get real with you all about my inhibitions of growing up and becoming who I'm destined to be. That journey of self-exploration started … more
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The Sumter Item to change delivery days, add “Local News for Everyone” paper to 28K+ households
Starting in March, The Sumter Item will print newspapers twice a week, a weekday edition on Wednesday and a weekend edition on Saturday. The paper will be mailed to subscribers and still available at racks across the community as well as at The … more
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School board members and attorney say recent Sumter NAACP allegations not true
Sumter school board members and their attorney say accusations of racial mistreatment and harassment of the superintendent and concern about a supposed merger with Liberty STEAM Charter School and Wilson Hall are unfounded. Sumter School District … more
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Sumter residents take advantage of early voting for Democratic primary
Early voters visited Sumter County Courthouse on Friday to cast their ballots ahead of the S.C. Democratic primaries on Saturday, Feb. 3, voting both inside the building and curbside. Polls will be open on … more
Sumter High School senior Jada Collins receives 60 acceptance letters and $1.7M in scholarship offers so far
Jada Collins, a senior at Sumter High School who has received more than 60 acceptance letters and $1.7 million in scholarship offers so far, gives credit to the Gear Up program. According to Jada, the Gear Up program has prepared her for her college … more
Sumter High School senior Eriyonna Walcott accepted into Coast Guard Academy Scholar program
Eriyonna Walcott, a senior at Sumter High School, has been accepted into the Coast Guard Academy Scholar program. She is the first student in more than 12 years who has been accepted into a service academy from Sumter School District and the only … more
Wilson Hall students learn CPR after donation of kits in December 2023
In December 2023, Wilson Hall received a donation of 10 CPR kits from Mary and Craig Simmons, owners of C. Simmons Construction in Sumter. This donation has since equipped teachers, staff and select students with CPR training (not … more
First in the Nation tour stops in Manning, reminds people to vote Feb. 3
On Jan. 25 at Clarendon County Courthouse, residents and Auditor Patricia Pringle, chair of the Democratic National Committee Jaime Harrison, Chairwoman of the S.C. Democratic Party Christale Spain, County Council Chairman Dwight … more
Clarendon children invited to get crafty at library to make Valentine's Day cards for seniors
What better way to celebrate the month of love than to decorate Valentine's Day cards for a senior citizen? Harvin Clarendon County Library invites children, parents and young adults to its Valentine's Day Card Decorating Drive for Local Seniors … more
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'Never-ending battle to keep these full': City of Sumter seeks to fill vacant commission, board, committee seats
The City of Sumter has vacancies on various boards and commissions. "It's always a never-ending battle to keep these full," Mayor David Merchant said during the Jan. 16 city council meeting. The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee has two … more
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