Longtime Sumter civil rights activist and former state lawmaker recognized with city award
Felder reflects on his work and lifelong love for Sumter after council meeting
BY RHIANNON O'BERRY
rhiannon@theitem.com
rhiannon@theitem.com
Posted 2/22/26
After a busy day talking to news outlets and traveling, Sumter native, former state lawmaker and civil rights leader James "Jim" Lee Felder was honored at Sumter City Council on Tuesday, Feb. 17, during the Legacy of Excellence presentation …
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