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What to stream this weekend: Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills, Emma Roberts in space, 'Bluey' minisodes
Eddie Murphy reprising his role as Axel Foley in "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and country music star Zach Bryan releasing a new studio album are some of the new television, movies, music and games …
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Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine
NEW YORK (AP) — Imagine stepping into a life-sized whale carcass decoy and steering it into deep …
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Things to do around the Midlands: Celebrate July 4 this week and a new Sumter farmers market with official grand opening this weekend
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject …
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'A Quiet Place' prequel box office speaks volumes as Costner's Western gets a bumpy start
" A Quiet Place: Day One " is making noise at the box office. The prequel earned an estimated $53 million …
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'Ready or Not' gospel play returns to Manning July 14 'by popular demand'
After ample feedback in April, the Rev. Effie Hilton Mitchell is bringing back her popular production …
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Sumter Artists Guild announces exhibition winners and shares its plans for future
Talent comes in all shapes and sizes, and Sumter Artists Guild wants to ensure local art enthusiasts get …
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Sumter Beacon extends 'Bull Street' showings to July 2
Did you think you missed your chance to watch "Bull Street" on the big screen? Think …
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Mayesville's Massingill will feature alongside award-winning actors in 'The Waterboyz'
Another film is in the books for Mayesville's Rakeem Massingill, and it is expected to release this …
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Bishopville's Lizard Man Stomp festival to return rain or shine on June 29 to celebrate local legend
Are you ready for a stomping good time? The Lizard Man Stomp returns to Bishopville on Saturday, …
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Things to do around the Midlands: Spend time with the mysterious Lizard Man, catch a play at Weldon Auditorium and more this weekend in the area
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject …
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Joe Biden is fighting to save his endangered reelection effort Friday as he holds a rally and sits down for a network television interview in a pivotal …
COLUMBIA - As of July 1, many food safety duties that were part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) are now handled by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA).The change is a result of legislation …
Agnes Nathaniel Gregg, 84, widow of Jonathan Gregg Sr., and daughter of the late Ulyssess Nathaniel and Eva Bracey Nathaniel, was born on Aug. 8, 1939, in Sumter. She departed this life on …
Rebecca Chestnut-Hunt, daughter of the late Joseph Chestnut Sr. and Mable McLeod-Chestnut, was born Dec. 19, 1957, in Oswego. She gained her angel wings on June 27, 2024, in Stone Mountain, Georgia. …
Brenda Louise Morris Ardis, 75, wife of Hydrick Wayne Ardis, died Thursday, July 4, 2024, at her home. Born in Sumter, she was a daughter of the late Russell James Morris and Ruby Frances Herring …
WEDGEFIELD — Fred Leon Lloyd Jr., 79, husband of Marie E. “Penny” Webster Lloyd, died Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey in Sumter. Born Jan. 3, 1945, in Florence, he …
Betty Jean Johnson Tiller, 77, wife of Dudley Tiller Jr., and daughter of the late Eugene Johnson and Mary Louise Pearson Johnson, was born on Dec. 23, 1946, in Sumter. She departed this life …
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Dear Abby, July 5, 2024: Online acquaintance asks for a closer relationship
DEAR ABBY: I'm a 70-year-old Black woman who looks about 45 or 50. I recently met a man online while playing dominoes. We have been chatting …
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Dear Abby, July 4, 2024: Mother, daughter spar over parenting styles
DEAR ABBY: I am raising a granddaughter. We went to visit her aunt and cousin and had a nice day until my granddaughter told her aunt she should …
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Dear Abby, July 3, 2024: Woman shamefully targets man with disabilties
DEAR ABBY: My son "Ethan" is a visually impaired adult with disabilities. He's articulate, down to earth and joyful to be around. He's a …
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Dear Abby, July 2, 2024: Party crashers wonder if they should have left
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I were invited via a group text to a cocktail party, and we accepted. This host provides a name tag for guests, as it …
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MJ is a 4-year-old, black-and-tan, female German shepherd. She is housebroken and spayed and is great with children and other dogs. MJ follows commands well and needs a big, privacy-fenced yard …
Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter's historic homes
Reflections revisits the period from 1890 to 1940, in which the city of Sumter experienced a period of unprecedented growth and development brought on by the influx of new businesses and the expansion of the rail industry. Fortunately, a few …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter becomes home to luxurious movie theater in 1967
Reflections revisits the arrival of Wesmark Cinema in Sumter. The beautiful structure, owned by Carmike …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Traffic volume count made, noting number of gas stations downtown
"A traffic volume count, designed to alleviate congested traffic conditions in the downtown business …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Millwood Plantation: A historic home loved by 7 generations
Reflections revisits a home that was returned to the setting where most of the material used in its …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: June 6, 1944: D-Day, the invasion that changed the course of history
D-Day was the most critical day of our generation. We are deeply indebted to the press, radio, and …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: New Wateree bridge provided convenient highway route
"Businesses will be suspended in Sumter at noon and the balance of the day will be devoted to …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Memorial Day: Fallen heroes provided freedoms we now enjoy
We encourage our readers to visit the Sumter County Military Museum in the Clyburn Transportation …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Historic Sumter landmark demolished in 1962
Reflections revisits an event marking the removal of an old Sumter landmark, a 226-foot-tall …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: 82 years of history - a look at Iris Festivals past
Sumter will celebrate its 82nd Iris Festival at Swan Lake Iris Gardens this Memorial Day weekend, …
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Letter to the editor: Is U.S. leadership prepared for now and the future?
On this day, I am so thankful that I was born in the 1930's and not in this century. What a wonderful time to live. We were respected not only …
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Letter to the editor: Sumter lost caring, dedicated citizen Dr. Tommy Jones
Last week Sumter was saddened to hear of the passing of a passionate, caring, and dedicated citizen of Sumter, Dr. Tommy Jones. He was known by …
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Letter to the editor: Judicial system in Sumter is broken, violates rights
Hello, my name is Wendy Allen, and I am writing to tell you about my son, Chad Allen Kron. Chad is a 32-year-old married man who owns and …
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Letter to the editor: Practical policing, accountability can help lower crime in our area
Thank you, Speaker Smith and Mayor Merchant, for highlighting the rising violent crime and murders in Sumter and the Midlands. It's crucial for …
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Letter to the editor: New penny tax list is more lipstick on the same pig
According to Albert Einstein, insanity is "doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." Sumter County Council is …
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Letter to the editor: Floyd would be a great Sumter senator for District 35
There is a runoff for the state Senate in District 35 on this coming Tuesday, June 25. I served over three decades in the state Senate …
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