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Letter to the editor: Don't taxpayers deserve to have voices heard on school tax?
In response to Sen. Johnson's press release on the 1% school debt tax, I think it's important to remember that a lot of talk is always given, but the actions to back it up are always lacking. To prove that, I just have some follow-up questions and … more
Letter to the editor: Push to extend school tax raises questions about necessity
I am writing in response to Rep. Fawn Pedalino's recent post regarding the renewal of the school debt tax in Clarendon County. The issues raised by Rep. Pedalino are of significant concern and warrant further discussion and … more
Letter to the editor: Clarendon County excited about economic growth S.C. supports
Clarendon County does NOT have any available (product) including existing buildings, speculative buildings and/or warehouse space. All buildings are occupied by manufacturers which have provided $38 million in Cap X and 250 jobs in 2023, and $210 … more
Column by Sumter Pastor Joey Durham: Has the Lord really forgotten you?
Our devotion for today asks this question, "Lord, Have You Forgotten Me?" Our text is Psalm 13:1, where we read, "How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? forever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me?" (KJV) Have you ever experienced … more
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Letter to the editor: Singleton deserves recognition for feeding those in need
We have someone in Sumter who deserves recognition. For the past three years, my wife and I have helped Geraldine Singleton feed people who might not otherwise get a meal on Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Last Saturday we delivered about 90 … more
Letter to the editor: God's blessings to Sumter's Dr. Britton in his retirement
Dr. J. J. Britton is a great man of character, compassion, dedication and devotion. He has been a friend and colleague of ours for the past 42 years. We absolutely LOVE J. J. Britton! His friendship has always been one of kindness, sincerity and … more
Letter to the editor: Don't taxpayers deserve to choose to continue paying school tax?
In response to Senator Johnson’s press release on the 1% school debt tax, I think it’s important to remember that a lot of talk is always given, but the actions to back it up are always … more
Column by Sen. Kevin Johnson: Penny out of $1 for schools not too much to ask
Approximately 20 years ago, legislation was passed to impose a 1% school district tax for Clarendon County public schools. Several other counties also have this school district tax, counties with very little tax base and sources of revenue like … more
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Letter to the editor: Sumter, America need a good old revival
This is Holy Week, so I am giving tribute to my Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. You can find His story in the Bible in the latter chapters of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. His story is referred to in many other parts of the Bible as well. On … more
South Carolina editorial roundup: Saturday, March 30, 2024
Times and Democrat March 23 Protecting farmland is vital for S.C. Neeses farmer Ken Griffith wrote recently about development. While one might see land use as an issue in fast-growing counties such as Lexington, Beaufort, Charleston and … more
Editorial cartoon: Saturday, March 30, 2024
Editorial cartoon: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Column by Manning Pastor Sam Livingston: Our posture tells the story
Most humanistic settings require a certain posture from the participants. A boxer enters the ring with his fist clenched and somewhere near his chin. A baseball player places a glove on the non-throwing hand and leaves the dominant hand free to … more
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Letter to the editor: This year's election boils down to one issue
One candidate says we must save democracy. The other says we must save America. Winston Churchill saved Great Britain, but I cannot think of any other I would celebrate with such words. Most of us do not think very much of the idea of seeing … more
Letter to the editor: Senators blocking tax cut for families for political gain
How long must families wait? It's been nearly two months since the House has passed a bipartisan expansion of the Child Tax Credit and sent it to the Senate. Estimates are that this bill will benefit 16 million children in families with low incomes, … more
Column by Sumter Pastor Joey Durham: We should be grateful for God's love
Today's devotion is centered on celebrating the blessing of Resurrection Sunday that is coming up this week. My thought is found in Romans 6:8-11, as we see the words contained therein, "But Alive unto God." This passage reads like this, "Now if we … more
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Letter to the editor: Who makes decision about what is 'fair share' in taxes?
Our President Biden, in his State of the Union address, spoke many times about people and corporations need to pay their "fair share" in taxes. I am confused as to what "fair share" means. Who makes the decision what fair share is? Washington? Poor … more
Letter to the editor: Sen. McElveen is outstanding statesman who will be missed
I am responding to an article written on March 6, 2024, "McElveen will not seek reelection for 4th term in S.C. State." Sen. Thomas McElveen is an unbelievable, gracious, kind and outstanding statesman. He will go down in history as one of the best … more
Editorial cartoon: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Letter to the editor: Thank you to caring community for help, patients who shared lives
My late wife, Connie, and I, both Sumter natives, were excited when I was able to begin medical practice here in our hometown in October 1967. And how fortunate we were to raise our family here! We often hear that the years go by so quickly. With … more
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