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Sumter Community Concert Band annual fall concert celebrates America250 on Oct.4 Sumter Community Concert Band will host its annual fall concert on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m. at Patriot Hall. This year's concert will feature a selection of powerful patriotic music to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. A highlight of the …