From the ranch to the opera house: Kara Grover’s journey as an opera singer, theater services coordinator at Sumter Opera House
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Hoda Kotb is leaving NBC's 'Today' show early next year
NEW YORK (AP) — Hoda Kotb, a fixture at NBC for more than two decades, says she will leave her morning perch on the "Today" show early next year, telling staffers "it's time." In a memo to her …
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Reality TV star Julie Chrisley resentenced to 7 years in bank fraud and tax evasion case
ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday resentenced Julie Chrisley to seven years in prison for …
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'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' scares off 'Transformers' for third week as box office No. 1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It's a three-peat for "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice." The Tim Burton legacy sequel to …
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What to Stream: Clooney & Pitt, Will & Harper, a Legend of Zelda game and two Ryan Murphy TV series
What Ellen DeGeneres says is her last comedy special landing on Netflix and George Clooney and Brad Pitt …
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Sumter conductors seek singers to 'relive the moment' of Carnegie Hall; deadline to register is Oct.1
Imagine standing on the stage of Carnegie Hall, your voice blending with dozens of others in a crescendo …
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Why Kelly Clarkson chooses a 'safe' interviewing approach. Her talk show kicks off its sixth season
NEW YORK (AP) — Kelly Clarkson says she's learned a thing or two about interviewing after being in …
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'Grandma's Strawberry Pumpkin Patch' by Clarendon County native takes on topic of bullying
MANNING - Clarendon County native Karen Hilton Sanders shines her light onto everything that she …
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It's a wing-dingin' good time! Sumter’s Pizza Lane brings back Wings & Strings
Some of the greatest ideas come from crazy conversations with your friends. Take Billy Lane and …
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Come and enjoy the show at Sumter Opera House this fall
Theater services coordinator Kara Grover is excited about the acts getting ready to grace the Opera …
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There's no shortage of events to enjoy in Sumter this fall
Summer is coming to a close, and with it is the final concert for the Fourth Fridays summer series …
Treacherous Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall Thursday evening on Florida's northwestern coast and then continue on to torment parts of Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee with heavy …
CHARLOTTE, N.C – Duke Energy is finalizing its preparations for Helene in the Carolinas. This includes strategically staging more than 10,000 lineworkers, tree trimmers and other storm support …
Annabelle Rose Kreuzer, 88, passed away peacefully at her home Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024. Born Sept. 17, 1936, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Harry Darkes and the late Annie …
Barbara G. Wadford, 92, died Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at her home in Sumter. Born April 7, 1932, in Darlington, she was the daughter of the late Joe Googe and the late Elizabeth Googe. She …
Eva Carmel Riggs, 91, widow of William Paul Riggs, died Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at her home. Born June 28, 1933, in Stella, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Augustus E. Godwin and …
Cornelius Alonzo Mack, 58, husband of Geraldine Campbell Mack, died Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, in Sumter. Born in East Orange, New Jersey, on June 5, 1966, he was the son of Louella Wilson Mack …
GREELEYVILLE – Curtis Lynn “Curt” Mason Jr., 57, husband of Ann Player Mason, died Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024.Born May 16, 1967, in Manning, he was a son of Virginia Morris Mason …
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Dear Abby, Sept. 27, 2024: Daughter's decision-making impacted by Dad's suicide
DEAR ABBY: My husband's uncle died by suicide in his home six months ago. It was a shock to the entire family. Since the funeral, we have helped …
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Dear Abby, Sept. 26, 2024: Long-term affair reaches new and uncertain period
DEAR ABBY: I have been in love with a married man for more than 16 years. It started before he married, but I was married at the time, so he …
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Dear Abby, Sept. 25, 2024: Husband's family comments on weight no matter whether he gains or loses
DEAR ABBY: My husband recently lost a substantial amount of weight. He's 30 pounds lighter and has been maintaining it with up to a 10-pound …
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Dear Abby, Sept. 24, 2024: Sister-in-law's behavior is increasingly unhinged
DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law "Bethany" has been diagnosed with PTSD from her military service. For the past 15 years, Bethany has picked fights …
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Titan is a 3-year-old blue merle-and-white male Great Dane. He is neutered and housebroken and is extremely sweet and affectionate. Titan can be selective about his family and needs a home without other dogs. He can be very picky about who he likes. …
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 known as "Convenience Corner." Sno-White Cleaners and A&P Grocers undertook a joint venture by constructing buildings adjacent to each other on the …
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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 downtown …
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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 known as …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: T. Douglas Youngblood named Sumter's 1950 'Man of The Year'
Reflections remembers Thomas Douglas Youngblood and his tireless dedication to our city's improvement. …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Ralph Haddon and Don Browning were named Studebaker dealers in Sumter
Reflections remembers the Studebaker automobile and its contributions to the auto industry. …
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Many Sumter landmarks have vanished over time
Reflections remembers many of Sumter's landmarks that have been razed or altered to make room for …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Clevenger Business College opened in Sumter in 1950
Reflections remembers Clevenger College and its impact on the city of Sumter. The business school …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Part II: John Blount Miller, public spirited and advocate of education
This is part two in a two-part series about John Blount Miller and the numerous contributions he …
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Letter to the editor: Harris was concise, informed during recent debate
After the horrendous performance of the GOP candidate at the Sept. 10, 2024, debate, it is obvious who the choice should be by the informed …
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Letter to the editor: A call to action: Uniting against gun violence in Sumter
As a young person in the Sumter community, I am deeply troubled by the growing gun violence that continues to tear apart the lives of families …
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Letter to the editor: Sumter County volunteer firefighters need your help
In November, we will be asked to cast a vote on the Capital Projects Sales Tax Referendum. Before you cast your vote, please consider that your …
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Letter to the editor: Presidential debate gave the answer about the right choice
If you did not realize the right choice for the November presidential election, the result of the "debate" gave you the answer: Kamala Harris! …
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Letter to the editor: Listen closely to messaging of candidates, economists
I watched the debate like many of you. Neither candidate was impressive or spoke of any real substance, side stepping most of the night. So …
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Letter to the editor: Let Sumter decide: A call for an open debate
As a resident of Sumter for the past four years, I'm deeply concerned about the direction our city is heading. Crime is on the rise, drugs are …
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