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Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, shows up for Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial but can't get in
NEW YORK (AP) — Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, briefly showed up to the New York sex trafficking trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs on Friday to support the hip-hop mogul, a longtime …
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyer complains about trial secrecy as a famous rapper's name goes unmentioned
NEW YORK (AP) — A lawyer for Sean "Diddy" Combs protested the rising tide of secrecy at the hip-hop …
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Weinstein case judge declares mistrial on remaining rape charge as jury foreperson won't deliberate
NEW YORK (AP) — Harvey Weinstein 's sex crimes retrial came to a disjointed end Thursday as the …
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10 songs to celebrate the life and legacy of the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson
NEW YORK (AP) — The musical world lost a giant with news Wednesday that Brian Wilson, the Beach …
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Trump booed and cheered at the Kennedy Center while attending 'Les Misérables'
WASHINGTON (AP) — The drama in the audience rivaled the spectacle on stage on Wednesday at the …
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Indiana Jones' whip, Kane's Rosebud sled and Culkin's 'Home Alone' snow cap are going up for auction
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Many of movies' most sought-after props are going up for auction, …
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BET Awards bring star power as Doechii, Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey shine in 25th anniversary show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The BET Awards delivered a night of major star power and poignant moments …
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Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
NEW YORK (AP) — Sly Stone, the revolutionary musician and dynamic showman whose Sly and the …
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Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400M lawsuit against 'It Ends With Us' costar Blake Lively
NEW YORK (AP) — A judge on Monday dismissed the lawsuit filed by actor and director Justin …
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BET Awards to celebrate 25th anniversary with major star power from Kendrick Lamar to Mariah Carey
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The BET Awards is bringing major star power — including Kendrick …
It turns out, our furry best friend might be our sleep enemy. Lots of pet owners let their animals sleep on the bed with them, which usually disrupts sleep. But many would say it's worth it. And researchers don't necessarily …
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina man sent to death row twice for separate murders is scheduled to die Friday by lethal injection in the state's sixth execution in nine months. Stephen …
Susie Bracey, 89, died Friday, June 13, 2025, at Sumter East Health and Rehab Center, Sumter. Born June 11, 1936, in Sumter, she was the daughter of the late Wigfall Rose Sr. and Wilhelmenia …
Dayquan Markee Robinson, son of Albert and Charissa Durant Robinson, was born Sept. 24, 1991. Dayquan, affectionately known as “Drop,” entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 7, 2025. …
Ashley Marie Leonard, 37, of 7 Cheyenne St., died Monday, June 9, 2025, at Prisma Health Richland. The family is receiving friends at the home, 7 Cheyenne St., Sumter. Services have been …
BISHOPVILLE — Essie Brisbon, 78, of 401 E. Church St., died Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her residence. The family is receiving friends at the home of her daughter Jeanette Bradley, 614 W. …
Dreyfus Gatrare Wells, 42, son of Mary Delores Wells and the late Sam R. Tomlin, was born on Aug. 26, 1982, in Sumter. He departed this life on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, …
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Dear Abby, June 14, 2025: Grandmother grieves over loss of 'love of my life'
DEAR ABBY: I lost the love of my life recently. He died here in our apartment. I am heartbroken. I'm crying a lot but trying to keep myself …
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Dear Abby, June 13, 2025: Man can't brush off friend's silence about treatment
DEAR ABBY: I found out that, behind my back, my best friend has been (secretly) growing hair for the past year. He knows I have been balding for …
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Dear Abby, June 12, 2025: Mother gets an earful for baking the 'wrong' cake
DEAR ABBY: My 40-year-old daughter is on weight-loss injections and a no-sugar diet. I offered to bake her a sugar-free cheesecake, and she …
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Dear Abby, June 11, 2025: Colleague's callous mockery strikes a nerve for parent
DEAR ABBY: A few months ago, I found out my adult child is transgender. Nobody knows yet except for me, my husband and my other child. Until …
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My name is Daisy, and I am a 10-week-old, tan-and-white, female hound and pit mix. I have a sister here with me named Foxy. I am very observant; I love watch what you're doing at all times. I'm …
Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter inventors were creative and numerous
Reflections revisits several of Sumter's inventors and their impact on the growth of our nation. The data and photos were taken from The Item archives. The writings of Dr. Anne King Gregorie and Cassie Nicholes were also consulted. An article …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: A brief review of music within Sumter city schools
Reflections revisits the establishment of music in our city schools by L. C. Moise. This innovative …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Neill O'Donnell's generosity a boon to hospital
Reflections recalls the contributions made to Tuomey Hospital by Neill O'Donnell. Also, his many business …
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Reflections: Memorial Day: Remembering fallen heroes
Reflections recalls that an editorial written by Hubert Osteen, editor of The Sumter Item, on May 24, …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Neill O'Donnell: Generous contributor to Tuomey Hospital
Reflections recalls the contributions made to Tuomey Hospital by Neill O'Donnell. Also, his many business …
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Bradford's Chapel was also known as Green Swamp Church
Reflections revisits the writings of Thomas Stubbs as relevant to the arrival of Methodists into …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Pierce Butler, S.C. signer of U.S. Constitution, honored by Sumterite
Reflections recalls a tribute to Pierce Butler by Albert L. Moise, a native of Sumter and son of …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Hotel Marion was leased by Female Seminary in 1901
Reflections recalls the inauguration of The Sumter Military Academy and Sumter Female Seminary in …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: W.A. McElveen opens Pontiac dealership in Sumter in 1949
Reflections remembers the opening of the McElveen Pontiac sales company in 1949. It was one of …
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Letter to the editor: City should consider contracting out work
Most of the city employees work hard and make a difference - some seem to try to avoid working as much as possible. If these employees worked …
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Letter to the editor: Transparency and truth must lead conversation on school spending
Mr. Prince, thank you for your letter regarding school district spending. I respect your right to voice concerns, and I share your desire for …
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Letter to the editor: Scott's win proves what's possible when Democrats invest in grassroots, youth and community
Keishan Scott's resounding victory in South Carolina House District 50 marks a watershed moment, signaling not merely a triumph in a local race, …
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Letter to the editor: Sumter: A Tale of Two Cities, a call for unity and truth
In response to Mr. Robert Johnson's letter published in the May 28-30 edition of The Sumter Item, I write not to argue, but to respectfully …
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Letter to the editor: State audit of school district's current spending is needed
Reply to Mr. Reginald Evans: Mr. Evans, I really just want to know: 1. Why purchase AstroTurf without knowing the true cost of ownership? 2. Did …
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Letter to the editor: School board members need to hold people accountable
This is a reply to Mr. Reginald Evans' letter to the editor in the May 17-20 edition of The Sumter Item. Mr. Evans, I have no supporters. And …
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