Bobby Richardson fans enjoy 'Graceball' at Sumter Opera House
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'Smile 2' grinning to No. 1 at box office while 'Anora' glitters in limited release
Horror movies topped the domestic box office charts and an Oscar contender got off to a sparkling start this weekend. "Smile 2," in its first weekend, and "Terrifier 3" in its second proved to be the …
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What to stream: Bruce Springsteen doc, Halsey album, Billy Crystal on TV and 'Trap' thrills
The Boss shines in the documentary "Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band" and Billy …
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Universal will open fourth Orlando theme park next May
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Universal Orlando Resort will open its fourth theme park in central Florida just …
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Review by Isaiah Ridley: 'Transformers One' is exciting adventure
"Transformers One" is an animated film focusing on the origins of the alien robots before their …
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Sumter Shag Club preserves tradition 1 dance step at a time
In South Carolina, where warm Southern charm meets community spirit, a unique dance tradition continues …
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Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31 in Argentina hotel fall
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping …
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Disney to debut new Lightning Lane Premier Pass this month, but some guests may have sticker shock
The Walt Disney Co. is set to pilot a new pass for guests to get on rides faster at its domestic …
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Patrick Davis hosts special screening in Sumter of series
As Patrick Davis stood before a familiar crowd at Sumter Opera House on Thursday, Oct. 10, his …
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So much to do: Harvest Breakfast, Nutcracker, 'Sunday at Sans Souci Farm,' Kreepy Hollow, BOOtanical Garden, Pecan Festival and more
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject …
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Christopher Reeve's kids wanted to be 'honest, raw and vulnerable' in new documentary 'Super/Man'
NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Reeve's children say they made a point to include all the …
Federal regulators gave a strong push to electric-powered air taxis Wednesday by issuing a final rule for operating the aircraft and how pilots will be trained to fly them. The head of the Federal …
COLUMBIA (AP) — A federal judge has rejected the request of a South Carolina man scheduled for execution next week to remove the governor's power to grant clemency and allow someone else to …
Ruth Richardson, 66, daughter of Rovena Johnson Richardson and the late William Richardson, was born on July 19, 1958, in Sumter County. She departed this life on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, at Prisma …
Deborah “Debbie” Gainey Smith, 61, beloved wife of 37 years to the late Robert Hula Smith, passed away Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. Her true joy in life was spending time with her family, …
Eugene Williams Jr., 78, husband of Carol Sims Williams, died Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, at his residence. Born Nov. 26, 1945, in Sumter, he was the son of the late Eugene Williams Sr. and Florine Green …
Curtis Shannon Sr., 63, husband of Mary Ann Gaymon Shannon and son of the late Essix Shannon and Mary Dais Boyd Shannon, was born on May 19, 1961, in Manning. He departed this life on Monday, Oct. …
Lillie Mae White Shaw, 93, widow of Jacob Shaw Sr., and daughter of the late Sylvester White Sr., and Carola Lonon White, was born on July 5, 1931, in Sumter. She departed this life on Friday, Oct. …
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Dear Abby, Oct. 22, 2024: Comments overheard years ago still echo in wife's ears
DEAR ABBY: I caught my husband talking on the phone to another woman. I heard him say, "Get some sleep, sweetheart," and "Thank you for being my …
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Dear Abby, Oct. 21, 2024: Grandmother out of sight, out of mind for grandkids
DEAR ABBY: My 98-year-old mother has spent the last eight years in a nursing home. My siblings and I placed her there when her health declined …
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Dear Abby, Oct. 20, 2024: Spouse is eagar to put foot down about shoes in home
DEAR ABBY: My wife continually dirties the floors in our home because she refuses to stop wearing shoes in the house. She'll be out all day -- …
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Dear Abby, Oct. 19, 2024: Boyfriend's difficult son puts a damper on romance
DEAR ABBY: After a lonely post-divorce decade, I have found a loving man whom I'll call "Drew." We share many of the same interests and values, …
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Meet Wren - the sweetest girl looking for her forever home! Wren is a lovely, 1-2 year old, sweet-natured gal who brings joy to everyone she meets! She adores people, enjoys her walks and loves playing outside. Whether she's socializing with …
Reflections by Sammy Way: Largest airfield in Southeast was built in the Stateburg area, Part II
Editor's note: This is part two of a two-part series about the beginning of Shaw Field in Sumter. Read part one in the Oct. 12-14 Weekend Edition edition of Reflections or at https://tinyurl.com/3bcw7tnf. Reflections revisits the acquisition of …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Recollections of Sumter's historic homes
Reflections revisits the growth and development of fledgling Sumter and several of its historic homes. …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Largest airfield in Southeast built in Stateburg area
Editor's note: This is part one of a two-part series about the beginning of Shaw Field in Sumter. Read …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: The depot proved important to early Sumter travelers
Reflections remembers the large number of depots found within Sumter County and numerous surrounding …
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Dr. E. C. Jones helped found 2nd Black American Legion Post in S.C.
Reflections remembers the beginning of the first Black American Legion Post in Sumter that began …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: 'Convenience Corner' opened in Sumter in 1949
Reflections revisits the opening of two of Sumter's favorite business establishments on what became …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: North Main Street of the 1950s remembered
Reflections remembers buildings located on North Main Street in the late 1950s. This segment of …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Education, pride important to Brogdon community
Editor's note: This is part two of a two-part series about Brogdon Station. Read part one at …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Brogdon Station was Southern micro community in Sumter
Reflections remembers two families who settled in the rural areas of Sumter County that became …
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Letter to the editor: Sen. Malloy is dedicated public servant who ensures issues are addressed
I am writing to express my strong support for state Sen. Gerald Malloy, a brilliant lawyer and dedicated public servant who has represented …
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Letter to the editor: Penny for Progress will continue the momentum Sumter has built
As a young professional, a mother, a proud native of Sumter and the interim president/CEO of the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, I am …
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Letter to the editor: No one wants to accept responsibility for state-owned streets within city limits
Today, we have the exact same condition we had one year ago. We have a City of Sumter-maintained public dump located on East Charlotte …
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Letter to the editor: Elections are not won on popularity, polls or money
Now that I have found time from Helene cleanup and volunteering with recovery efforts in the Upstate and North Carolina, I would like to share …
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Letter to the editor: Laughing too much to reply to recent letter
I have been asked if I was going to reply to a recent letter to the editor: Don't try to change who a good leader is. I told them I probably …
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Letter to the editor: Pennies for Progress, AKA millions for politicians
Is it not curious that Sumter's power brokers deem it "progress" to levy yet another tax upon residents who are already burdened with stifling …
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