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PAUL MICHAEL QUEEN
Paul Michael “Mike” Queen, 76, of Sumter, departed this life on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at his home. Paul “Mike” was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late Paul Adrian Queen … more
Some say City of Sumter business license ordinance is unfair
Sumter thrift shop owner James Jackson spent a day and a half in jail 19 years ago for selling copyright CDs. "And that's all it took for me to learn," he said. Despite the brevity of his jail time, Jackson used the word "haunt" to describe … more
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Son of Emanuel Nine victim to share unity message locally
Love being stronger than hate is a theme in the life of a young man who lost his mother in the 2015 Mother Emanuel Church tragedy, and he will bring that message to Sumter soon. Love, forgiveness, resilience and unity are all characteristics of … more
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Sumter woman arrested after man injured in shooting early Sunday
A Sumter woman was arrested by sheriff's deputies after a man was shot early Sunday. Iszarah Rockingham-Barnett, 22, of West Avenue South in Pinewood, was arrested Sunday pursuant to a warrant … more
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SLT thespians receive standing ovation following powerful performance on opening night of 'Sweat'
Hope is such a unique word. Not because of its spelling but because of its meaning. A four-letter word has the power to lift spirits and change perceptions. To bring about change and restore broken … more
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Record rainfall douses Charleston, South Carolina, as responders help some out of flood waters
CHARLESTON (AP) — A record-setting rainstorm flooded parts of Charleston, South Carolina, on Saturday, requiring emergency responders to help some people get out of high waters. The National … more
Miss Sumter High School visits young students
Miss Sumter High School Madison Lyles visits R. E. Davis College Preparatory Academy to read to kindergarten and first-grade classes this week. more
South Carolina finishes perfect season with NCAA championship, beating Clark and Iowa 87-75
CLEVELAND — Dawn Staley and South Carolina completed their perfect season, ending Caitlin Clark’s historic college career with an 87-75 win over Iowa in the NCAA championship game Sunday. … more
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NOBLE SYLVESTER TIMMONS JR.
GRAYSON, Georgia — Noble Sylvester Timmons Jr., age 93, beloved husband of 40 years to the late Gladys Virginia Thames Timmons, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Benton House Senior Living … more
Prosecutors will make history with opening statements in Trump's hush money criminal case
NEW YORK (AP) — For the first time in history, prosecutors will present a criminal case against a former American president to a jury Monday as they accuse Donald Trump of a hush money scheme … more
Traffic study for new Clarendon school shows work is needed
After residents raised concerns about the new Walker Gamble Elementary School, Freedom of Information Act requests reveal a traffic and environmental study was completed with road work needed for safety. In November 2023 at a pre-bid meeting, … more
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Editorial cartoon: Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024
Casting a line to win $100,000 on Clarendon’s Santee Cooper
The reigning Fishing Clash Angler of the Year, Matt Becker of Ten Mile, Tennessee, boated 12 scorable bass Tuesday, Feb. 20, totaling 45 pounds, 8 ounces, to jump out to the early lead in the Group A … more
Sumter police investigate Sunday night Rast Street bar, grill shooting
Sumter police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday evening at a Rast Street bar and grill. At about 6 p.m. Sunday, officers responding to shots fired at Backyard Bar and Grill. Four … more
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AUGUSTINE W. PETER
Augustine “Gopi Bhai” W. Peter, age 91, beloved husband of 57 years to Lilian A. Peter, died on Friday, April 5, 2024, at his residence. Born in Ahmedabad, India, he was the son of the … more
Biden to host Iraqi leader as Mideast tensions soar, raising more questions about U.S. troop presence
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to host Iraq's leader this week for talks that come as tensions across the Middle East have soared over the war in Gaza and Iran's unprecedented … more
With homelessness on the rise, the Supreme Court will weigh bans on sleeping outdoors
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court will consider Monday whether banning homeless people from sleeping outside when shelter space is lacking amounts to cruel and unusual punishment. The case is … more
Summerton to hold special election after mayor's death
The Town of Summerton has named a mayor pro tempore and will hold a special election to fill the seat after the death of Tony Junious. Town council member Darion Canty will serve as mayor pro tempore until the special election is held. A … more
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Column: Putting up barriers for ex-felons doesn't protect community; it puts it at greater risk
A good job is one of the best ways to prevent people with a criminal history from re-offending. Just ask Maryland grocer Altimont Mark Wilks, who turned his life around after years in prison by opening a community-focused convenience store. Yet in … more
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What to expect in the S.C. Republican presidential primary
WASHINGTON - Donald Trump and Nikki Haley will face off Saturday in South Carolina's first-in-the-South Republican presidential primary, the first head-to-head matchup for the last two remaining major candidates since the New Hampshire primary a … more
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