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Patriot Hall's Motown Revue returns for blast from the past
It's time to boogie down to the ground as Patriot Hall's Motown Revue grooves back into town. Patriot Hall will host its annual Motown Revue concert on Saturday, Feb. 24. "We are expecting another great time with professional reenactments of … more
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Haley visits Sumter ahead of Republican primary
Presidential candidate Nikki Haley is in her home state, South Carolina, to garner support ahead of the state's Republican primary this Saturday. The former South Carolina governor and former UN ambassador spent Presidents Day morning in Sumter … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Bob Marley: One Love' has some missed opportunities, but Ben-Adir's performance is amazing
My mother and father were avid listeners of "Bob Marley and The Wailers." Growing up I remember hearing bits and pieces of his music during my childhood. It was not until much later in my adult life that I began researching his artistry, beliefs, … more
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Sumter Purple Hearts select Harry Thompson as 2024 Patriot of the Year
Sumter's Purple Heart Chapter recently selected Harry Thompson as Patriot of the Year for 2024. Patriot Thompson made significant contributions to the chapter and to active duty and retired veterans in Sumter County while serving as chapter … more
Help support forest recreation, operations with a charitable check-off on your return
STAFF REPORT The South Carolina Forestry Commission is asking residents to make a charitable contribution to the S.C. State Forests Fund when submitting their tax returns. According to a news release from the commission, taxpayers have the … more
Sumter Woman's Afternoon Music Club to hold Afternoon of Special Music concert on Feb. 18
The Woman's Afternoon Music Club invites music lovers out for an afternoon of melodies and merriment. The club's annual Afternoon of Special Music will begin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 18, at First Presbyterian Church, 9 W. Calhoun St. The … more
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Celebrating Black History Month at Sumter Liberty STEAM Charter School
Lloyd "Fig" Newton, a retired U.S. Air Force four-star general, who served as commander of the Air Education and Training Command and was also the first African American pilot to fly with the Thunderbirds, speaks to the kindergarten class of 2036 at … more
MLF Bass Pro Tour begins Suzuki Stage 2 at Santee Cooper Lakes, $100K on the line
The Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour is set to visit Clarendon County on Tuesday-Sunday, Feb. 20-25, for the second event of the 2024 season - the Suzuki Stage Two at Santee Cooper Lakes.The six-day tournament, hosted by the Clarendon County … more
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Clarendon residents request funding help from county for events, outreach services; birthday tribute given to county's Briggs v. Elliott plaintiffs
As 2024 progresses, committees and residents are asking Clarendon County Council to help with funding for events and organizations. During the Feb. 12 Clarendon County Council meeting, public comments were filled with requests about Juneteenth … more
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Nikki Haley coming to Sumter on Monday, Feb. 19
Former South Carolina governor and U.S. presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign has announced she will visit Sumter on Monday morning ahead of South Carolina's Republican presidential primary. Haley will speak to voters at American Legion … more
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Student organizations show their love at faculty and staff professional development event
One day after Valentine's Day, students at Sumter High School were still in a giving mood as groups and organizations hosted a faculty and staff professional development event on Feb. 15. The student organizations that helped out were SHS Tennis … more
Little Theatre's Gray, McIntosh talk commitment to finding yourself, separating yourself within the arts
Do you remember your first role model? Growing up, the pool of role models for little girls who look like me in a profession I dreamed of was tiny. It was hard to get a true sense of belonging in a professional sense when the pros are not like … more
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Sumter School District lawyer: Collaboration document done prematurely
A document created in the fall by Liberty STEAM Charter School promoting collaboration between educational entities in Sumter County was likely done prematurely and has not been endorsed or approved by Sumter School District. Sumter School … more
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Clarendon residents give thoughts on solar farms, ordinance
Clarendon County Planning and Zoning staff invited residents to a community input session, and residents were able to give their thoughts and suggestions on a hot topic in the Sumter and Clarendon areas - solar farms. Clarendon County Council … more
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The story behind the stance: Chris Singleton shares how his ability to love, forgive shaped Unity in the Community
Behind every single stance, there is a story. Some stories are told 10 times over, and some stances are plain as day. But there are others that require an open ear, an open mind and an open heart to receive the message both story and stance … more
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Bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan to discuss latest book Feb. 20 at Sumter County Museum
Award-winning investigative journalist and bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan will discuss her latest book, "One Wrong Word," as part of the Sumter County Museum's Annual Author Series on … more
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Sumter man dies in single-vehicle wreck along Lafayette Drive
Sumter County Coroner has released the name of the individual who was died as a result of a single-vehicle wreck on Friday morning. At about 1:55 a.m. at the intersection of South Lafayette … more
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1 dead, 1 injured from Sumter after single-vehicle wreck in Clarendon County
One person is dead and another is injured after a wreck that occurred about a mile south of Summerton on Thursday. At about 5:52 p.m. on Feb. 15, the driver of a 2004 Freightliner tractor truck, … more
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Sumter Pastor Clay Smith: Courage is...
Whatever happened to courage? Today, we make decisions based on what the insurance company might think. We stand silent while people speak authoritatively about things they know nothing about. We prefer the simple 30-second sound bite over … more
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Jan. 21-27 recognized as National Coroner and Medicolegal Death Investigators Week
National Coroner and Medicolegal Death Investigators Week is officially recognized in Clarendon County and across South Carolina. The week of Jan. 21-27, 2024, has been recognized by Clarendon County Council members to honor the public service of … more
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