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GLENN ELTON DEAS
Glenn Elton Deas, 68, son of the late Oaka Lee Deas, was born on Sept. 14, 1958, in Sumter. He departed this life on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Columbia. … more
JANET ARMISHER DUREN ESPINOSA
Janet Armisher Duren Espinosa, 76, widow of Ricardo Antonio Espinosa and daughter of the late James Arlen Duren and Sadie Lou Wright Duren, was born on Aug. 10, 1950, in Sumter. She departed this … more
Republican David Stumbo wins election for attorney general in South Carolina
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican David Stumbo wins election for attorney general in South Carolina. more
Republican Mark Hammond wins reelection for secretary of state in South Carolina
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Mark Hammond wins reelection for secretary of state in South Carolina. more
Republican Alan Wilson wins election for governor in South Carolina
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Alan Wilson wins election for governor in South Carolina. more
Sumter City Council OKs 1st reading of Patriot Park expansion
Sumter City Council members heard updates on a major water and sewer project, considered a proposed assisted living facility and discussed community concerns at their meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, before approving the first reading of plans to expand … more
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Easy, restaurant-worthy meals for busy days
When life gets busy, your home should be a place of reprieve, not extra stress - and that includes your kitchen. If you're juggling work, chores, errands, hobbies, studies, a social life, caretaking or the other million-and-one things keeping your … more
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It's Olive's turn to be cared for and loved now
Olive is a gentle, loving girl who is approximately 5 years old and weighs 35 pounds. This sweet girl isn't asking for much in life. She enjoys casual walks, spending time with the other dogs, and most of all, sitting close to her favorite … more
Nova is a sweet girl who loves affection and being outside
Nova is a gorgeous 2-year-old girl weighing 42 pounds, making her the perfect medium-sized companion! This sweet girl has so much love to give and is hoping a wonderful family will come along to make her dreams come true. Nova is always ready … more
Buddy loves company and would be the perfect family or service dog
Buddy is available for adoption. He would make a great pet for anyone; he may even make a great service dog. If you're looking for a "Buddy" to take out in public, a road trip partner, a furry friend to take into hospitals, schools, nursing … more
Sayla has been waiting for a forever home for almost a year
Sayla is still waiting, and she's hoping her forever family finds her soon. Sayla is a beautiful 4-year-old mixed breed girl with the sweetest eyes and an even sweeter heart. This lovely lady is already housebroken and does wonderfully with … more
Public Agenda: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with PUBLIC AGENDA in subject line. CLARENDON COUNTY COUNCIL Monday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m., Administration Building, Council Chambers, 411 Sunset … more
Larson closes in on NASCAR championship as Hendrick teammate wins at Martinsville
MARTINSVILLE, Va. - Kyle Larson is on the verge of his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series championship, but he was more relieved than happy after salvaging a nearly disastrous Sunday at Martinsville Speedway. "It was a difficult race," he said. … more
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Courtroom chaos hits college basketball after judges block NCAA eligibility rules
LAWRENCE, Kan. - The college basketball season tipped off in earnest Monday with something never before seen in the century-plus history of the game: Dozens of players across the country suited up after winning court orders against the NCAA's new … more
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Sumter County Council passes data center ordinance meant to address public concerns
At its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 27, Sumter County Council passed the third reading of data center ordinance that requests standards be placed around the development of data centers in Sumter County. Council also passed second … more
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Sumter High School Speech and Debate students earn national award
Two Sumter High School seniors, Carmine Bookhart and Corbin Weatherwax, have earned the prestigious Speaking and Service Award from the National Speech and Debate Association. The national honor recognizes students who participate in more than 100 … more
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Liberty STEAM Charter School will add 2nd K-8 school near Shaw Air Force Base
After its state authorizer conditionally approved a Liberty STEAM Charter School's Board of Directors replication application to establish a second K-8 school, Sumter's first tuition-free public charter school is officially expanding. Liberty … more
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Sumter's Veterans Day Parade is next week
If it's early November, the annual Sumter County Veterans Day Parade is right around the corner, and as is tradition, the parade will occur next week on Veterans Day, which is Wednesday, Nov. 11. An addition to this year's festivities in downtown … more
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Things to do across the Midlands: Waterfowl Heritage Festival brings live music, family fun to Pinewood on Saturday; Veterans Day events will be Saturday and next week
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY South Carolina Waterfowl Association will host the Waterfowl Heritage Festival on Nov. 7 at its Wildlife Education Center in … more
Column: Echoes of 1776 in today's divisive politics
It's easy to forget that Americans are voting in a year that marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's Declaration of Independence. You don't hear much about the declaration in the campaign rhetoric, and most people would bristle at the notion … more
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