Business
Construction projects underway and planned in city and county of Sumter

Sumter is building. That's no secret. Here are some projects in Sumter County and in the City of Sumter that are either currently under construction or could be under construction soon. New neighborhood More than 260 single-family homes …

8 things to know about owning a business in City of Sumter and county As of late February, the number of active businesses in the City of Sumter is 3,868, and in the county, there are 3,066 active businesses. Business owners in the City of Sumter and in Sumter County have started receiving their renewals, and they …
Good food and fun at the Guignard Diner It has not been around as long as some people might think, but 23 years of fine "country cookin' with all the fixin's" for breakfast and lunch crowds makes Guignard Diner a classic Sumter business. Co-owners Wayne Lowder and Mickey Brewer opened …
Sumter's Jay Davis recognized among elite top 2 percent of producers within Coldwell Banker Commercial for 2023 Jay Davis of Coldwell Banker Commercial Cornerstone of Sumter has earned a spot in the Elite "Top Two" within Coldwell Banker Commercial for 2023, according to a news release from CBC. The "Top Two" designation is reserved for the …
McLeod Health supports local news with Sumter Today sponsorship Sumter Today, the pioneer video news show from The Sumter Item, has a new cheerleader. McLeod Health is now a presenting sponsor of Sumter Today, enabling The Item to produce and deliver all-positive news to the community for free. "Sumter …
Education
Clarendon Hall students earn top awards at SCISA Music Festival

SUBMITTED On Thursday, March 7, four students from grades 5-12 represented Clarendon Hall at the SCISA (South Carolina Independent School Association) Music Festival held at the University of South Carolina School of Music. According to SCISA, …

3 highlights of Sumter school board activity in past year 1. School climate survey for teachers to be conducted At the Feb. 26 board meeting, Sumter School District's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to engage an external group to administer a school climate survey of teachers. Teacher retention …
Dexter Davis wants to help lead Sumter to more success through Liberty STEAM Education paved the way for Dexter Davis to be successful in life after football, and now he is working to affect the next generation locally and statewide in a similar way. A former Sumter High School standout, Clemson Tiger football great and …
Sumter school board to ask CCTC for 2-year extension on technical high school property Sumter School District’s Board of Trustees wants a two-year extension from Central Carolina Technical College on developing land on Broad Street for a future district technical high school. The …
Liberty STEAM honors staff of the year, 6 total winners recognized Liberty STEAM Charter School honored its 2023-24 staff of the year at its two campuses on Monday. At the Primary Academy campus, first-grade teacher Adriana Marigliana was named the lead teacher of the year, Emeral Franklin was the teaching …
Government
Sumter County residents struggle with their street's condition while officials ponder solutions, size of problem

Sumter County officials said there is not enough evidence to support Kangaroo Lane having once been considered a public road. Early reporting from The Sumter Item details how Lesa and Wayne Geddings of Kangaroo Lane in rural Sumter County worry …

Recent changes made in Sumter City Council meetings impact chickens, military memorabilia, business licenses Each month, Sumter City Council has at least two public meetings. And items on these agendas and the decisions made during these meetings affect City of Sumter residents. Here are a few of the most notable decisions made during those meetings …
What to expect for the November 2024 general election In less than nine months, Sumterites will be voting for leaders for local, state and national seats. The South Carolina Democratic and Republican primaries are done, with President Joseph R. Biden as the state's Democratic nominee and Donald …
Clarendon News

Ridgeville pro wins St. Croix Bassmaster Open on home fishery, Santee Cooper Lakes

CLARENDON COUNTY - Amid the rainy, windy conditions, a late-morning kicker lifted Kyle Austin to a final-day catch of 27 pounds, 8 ounces. That gave him a three-day total of 83-7 and a victory Saturday, March 9, at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at …

Public Record
Meetings
Around Town, March 16, 2024

Palmetto Optimist Club's Children's Book Drive is running throughout March. The initiative aims to collect new and gently used children's books to promote literacy and a love for reading among the youth in Sumter. New books can be purchased at …

Around Town: March 13, 2024
Palmetto Optimist Club's Children's Book Drive is running throughout March. The initiative aims to collect new and gently used children's books to promote literacy and a love for reading among the youth in Sumter. New books can be purchased at …
Public Agenda: March 13, 2024 SUMTER COUNTY VOTER REGISTRATION / ELECTION COMMISSION Thursday, March 14, 5:30 p.m., registration / election office, 141 N. Main St. SUMTER CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, March 19, 5:30 p.m., Sumter Opera House, 21 N. Main St. CLARENDON COUNTY …
Public Agenda: Friday, March 1, 2024

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS BOARD Monday, March 4, 5:30 p.m., Sumter Sheriff's Office conference room CLARENDON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Monday, March 4, 5:30 p.m., Manning High School, lecture hall, 2155 Paxville Highway, Manning SUMTER CITY …

Public Agenda: Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024

Public Agenda: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024

Public Agenda: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024

Public Agenda: Weekend, Feb. 24-26, 2024

Support Groups
Support Groups: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024

AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA Women's Meeting - Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA "How it Works" Group - …

Support Groups: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024
AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA Women's Meeting - Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA "How it Works" Group - …
Support Groups: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024
AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA Women's Meeting - Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA "How it Works" Group - …
Pets

SPCA's Sugar Britches is sweet, sassy

Sugar Britches is a 2-year-old calico-and-white female American shorthair. She is spayed and housebroken and is a glamorous girl with a gorgeous coat. Sugar Britches is a typical calico with a sweet …

Sumter Animal Control's Nancie is laid back and gets along with everyone

BOTTOM: Nancie is a sweetheart! She is 1-2 years old and weighs 35 pounds. She has a laid-back personality and gets along with everyone she meets. This beautiful gal, with her white boots, is looking for a new best friend to scoop her out of the …

FYI
FYI: Sumter Ballroom Dance Club welcomes beginners

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, will offer free virtual training beginning Tuesday, April 2, to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) …

FYI: Have you heard of Sumter Newcomers' Club?
The Sumter Coin Club meets from 7 to 8 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at Patriot Park Pavilion. All ages are welcome. Join us to learn more about coins and currency. Door prize, raffle and auction at each meeting. Seniors on the Move …
FYI: Sumter County Recreation Department offers after school enrichment programs
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, will offer free virtual training beginning Monday, March 4, to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in …