Vitamins and minerals: Getting the right nutrients
We often hear about the importance of vitamins and minerals, but understanding how they work is just as important as consuming them. These essential micronutrients support nearly every function in the body, from energy production and immune defenses …
Charleston Gospel Choir coming to Sumter for Christmas on Dec. 5
Charleston Gospel Choir is coming to Sumter for Christmas at Patriot Hall on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at the newly renovated Patriot Hall, 135 Haynsworth St. The choir, founded in 1998, consists solely of …
Waterfowl Heritage Festival comes to Pinewood on Nov. 7
South Carolina Waterfowl Association will host the Waterfowl Heritage Festival on Nov. 7 at its Wildlife Education Center in Pinewood. Formerly known as Duck Fest, the event has a new name and look but will continue celebrating the people, …
As Daylight Saving Time ends, test smoke alarms as you turn clocks back
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1 and the American Red Cross of South Carolina, encourages everyone to TEST their smoke alarms as they TURN their clocks back to make sure the devices are working. The Red Cross also offers some fire …
Past is Present, presented by Sumter Museum: Sumter's first Black and female police chief Patterson reflects on career of firsts, what it means to leave a lasting legacy
"Here am I. Send me!" Those words from the book of Isaiah have followed Patty Patterson through some of the most challenging rooms of her 32-year law enforcement career. It was a career she never imagined, one that took her from one trailblazing …
After 60 years of living, working and doing business in Sumter, the Jones family is making one of its most significant investments yet in the community it calls home. Jones is investing millions of dollars in Sumter with the construction of an …
Manning Early Childhood Center students spent a perfect fall day at Dorr Farms on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Mrs. Jordan and Ms. Hinnant, Mrs. Crisanti and Ms. Ladayshia, and Mrs. Joyner and Mrs. Montgomery enjoyed the fall adventures with the children. …
Short and sweet but still significant. That's one way to describe Town of Mayesville's Oct. 13 meeting, which lasted 13 minutes. Council unanimously approved two resolutions to authorize submission of two grant applications to help development …
Clarendon briefs: Block Party event Oct. 31, Veterans Day event coming up
Church invites community to Block Party on Saturday Seacoast Church - Manning invites everyone to its Block Party, a fun and festive fall family gathering, on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m.There will be free family fun for everyone. Enjoy …
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HopeHealth Golf Classic returns Nov. 19 to Wyboo
This year's HopeHealth Golf Classic returns for the 10th year Thursday, Nov. 19, to Wyboo Golf Club. This …
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Life in the Palmetto State: The gratitude attitude
When is the last time you thanked the good Lord for something? I don't mean casually, but like you …
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N.C. man identified in fatal tractor-trailer wreck on I-95 near Clarendon
South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal wreck involving a freightliner tractor-trailer …
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Clarendon briefs: Halloween and fall events, visit Freedom Truck Oct. 24-25
Celebrate Halloween with animal shelter A Second Chance Animal Shelter is hosting BOOfest at …
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Golden Pride Marching Band earns first place overall for Class 3A
On Saturday, Oct. 17, the Golden Pride Marching Band traveled to Fayetteville, North Carolina, to …
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Alcolu will honor Hallow 'Roughhouse' Wilson with historical marker unveiling Nov. 7
ALCOLU - The Alcolu community will gather on Saturday, Nov. 7, to honor Hallow "Roughhouse" Wilson …
To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with PUBLIC AGENDA in subject line. SANTEE-LYNCHES REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Monday, Nov. 2, 6 p.m., Central Carolina …
Public Agenda: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Public agenda: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
