If you are a recent area high school graduate who is enrolling at Clemson University for the first time this fall, the Sumter Area Clemson Club wants to celebrate with you. The club will host its sixth-annual Clemson Send-Off for first-time Tiger …
In 1999, Sumter's Code of Ordinances was written, and that document has served the community for more than 20 years, being updated five or six times per year, but at a planning commission meeting Wednesday, July 24, it was referred to as …
The unfriendly buzz of mosquitos is picking up in Sumter as we see more rain. Drought has limited the number of mosquitos across the county this year, according to Alan Penland, program director of the county's vector control. Penland reported 12 …
"It hurt my heart to see her like that, you know. I felt like I [couldn't] do anything for her. I can't make it better." It was this statement that moved doctors, nurses and health care providers nearly to tears as Sumter native Brooke Williams …
"We educate in everything we do," said Sumter Fire Department's Lt. Hemby Smith, and the department's recent honor showcases their dedication to keeping the community informed and safe. This past June, Sumter Fire Department was one of 27 fire …
Eggs Up Grill has been serving the Sumter community since 2016, but it is time for a much-needed upgrade. While the popular chain is leaving its current building at the end of July, it is by no means leaving the community it has come to call …
MANNING - Clarendon County School District will have an all-elected, nine-member school board in 2025. Filing for the newly districted board of trustees will open at noon on Aug. 1 and close at noon on Aug. 15. All filing will take place at the …
Current City of Sumter Mayor David Merchant has two announced challengers in the 2024 general election, Reginald "Reggie" Evans and Travon Frank Adams. Evans is not new to the election scene, having run for and lost both the Sumter City Council …
Harvin Clarendon County Library hosts Writing Workshop MANNING - Aspiring writers who need a little help can find it at the Harvin Clarendon County Library's Tell-the-Story Write it Right workshop that is being taught by award-winning novelist …
SUMMERTON - The free 2nd-annual Back 2 School Summer Town Bash was sponsored by the Summerton Police …
In celebration of National Health Center Week, HopeHealth in Manning and the Clarendon County Chamber of …
MANNING -- Clarendon County Sheriff's Office is looking in the area of Walmart on Paxville Highway for a …
MANNING – The Manning Police Department is asking for the public’s help in providing …
NORTH SANTEE - A record-breaking grant allocation of $175 million by the Federal Highway …
TURBEVILLE - Temperatures rapidly approaching the upper 90s didn't deter the July 17 groundbreaking …
SUMTER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD Monday, July 29, 6 p.m., Sheriff Office Training Center, 1273 N. Main St. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS BOARD MEETING Monday, Aug. 5, at 5:30 p.m., Sumter Sheriff's Office conference …
To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Public Agenda in subject line. GREATER SUMTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Wednesday, June 12, at noon, chamber …
Public Agenda: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Ramsey is 2-year-old, black-and-white, female pit mix who is going through the basic obedience course at My Buddy K-9 Training. She is working on her basic commands as well as expanded recall. She …
Clemson is a 3-month-old, white-and-orange tabby, male American shorthair. He is housebroken and is a gentle, friendly and active boy. Clemson loves to play and chase toys and enjoys cuddling …