Sumter city council incumbent keeps seat, newcomer wins probate judge seat

BY ALAYSHA MAPLE
alaysha@theitem.com
Posted 11/7/26

An incumbent and a newcomer secured victories in local races during the 2026 midterm elections.

SUMTER CITY COUNCIL

Incumbent Anthony Gibson won the Sumter City Council District 1 seat, receiving 742 votes (58.8%) defeating Derek Gamble, who …

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