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IRS warns against scams targeting South Carolina seniors
COLUMBIA - As part of continuing efforts to protect the senior community, the Internal Revenue Service issued a warning about the rising threat of impersonation scams.These scams are targeting older adults in South Carolina by pretending to be … more
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Opinion: European 'far right' issues stinging rebuke to elites
"The far right made big gains in European elections," reads the Associated Press headline on last week's European Parliament elections. Lest you wonder why you should dread gains by the "far right," the lead sentence of the article notes that the EU … more
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'We're more than just Girl Scout cookies': Sumter Girl Scouts donate emergency supplies to local women’s clinic, American Red Cross
Our local Girl Scout Troop 2243 is giving back to those in need throughout Sumter. Friday, June 14, the troop presented Steve Shumake, disaster action team coordinator for American Red Cross, with necessary supplies to create more than 50 … more
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Who will have the 2024 song of the summer? We offer some predictions
NEW YORK (AP) — Since the beginning of time or, at least, pop music, only a few have earned the designation of "song of the summer." These are the earworms that lodge deep into the brain, … more
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Around Town: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
To correct any information or to make a submission to Around Town, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Around Town in subject line. McLeod Health will host a class for those looking to increase their skills for babysitting. The course is on … more
Shelled shrimp add big flavor to this simple tomato sauce
In Venetian scampi alla busara, large, sweet, shell-on prawns are bathed in a sauce made with fresh tomatoes and flavored with a splash of white wine, smashed garlic cloves and a sprinkling of pepper flakes. Pairing scampi alla busara with al dente … more
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Holly is very loving, gentle and affectionate and loves to play
Holly is an 8-month-old, black female Lab/German shepherd mix. She has an amazing personality and is super loving and affectionate. Holly is a gentle girl who loves everyone she meets and has a friendly demeanor. Though she needs a home … more
When violence and trauma visit American places, a complex question follows: Demolish, or press on?
PITTSBURGH - Last week in Parkland, Florida, wrecking equipment began demolishing the building at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, where a gunman's rampage in 2018 ended with 17 people dead. As the rumble of destruction echoed, people in the … more
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Sumter Card Show looks to spark love of hobby, connect city with its stars
Kevin Collins and Scott Estep are passionate about sports and everything that comes with them on and off the field. Estep hosts the Sumter Athletic Hall of Fame out of J. O'Gradys with every type of memorabilia under the sun from the city's biggest … more
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DeChambeau wins 2nd U.S. Open with clutch finish to deny McIlroy
PINEHURST, N.C. - Bryson DeChambeau climbed back into the most famous bunker at Pinehurst No. 2, this time with the U.S. Open trophy instead of his 55-degree sand wedge, filling the silver prize with grains of sand to commemorate the best shot of … more
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Celtics win 18th NBA championship with 106-88 Game 5 victory over Dallas
BOSTON - Jayson Tatum put his hands behind his head, with TD Garden fans standing on their feet cheering around him, and took it all in. Walking to the bench, he wrapped both arms around Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla. The journey was … more
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It's already next season in the NBA, where the offseason is almost nonexistent
In the NBA, it's already next season. The offseason, technically, might have lasted for only about an hour. The Boston Celtics won the NBA Finals on Monday night, and when the clock rolled over to Tuesday morning, teams - in many cases - could … more
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Doncic is learning it takes time to win
Michael Jordan needed seven seasons to win his first title. LeBron James needed nine seasons and two futile trips to the NBA Finals before he became a champion. Shaquille O'Neal got swept in his first finals. And the newly crowned champion Boston … more
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Moving NFL running backs work to adjust to new teams
Saquon Barkley's move from one NFC East team to another gives Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni the opportunity to deliver a stinging response whenever a rival fan shouts "Go Giants" at him. "I typically let it go," Sirianni said. "But if … more
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Miles sues LSU, NCAA, College Football HoF over 37 vacated victories
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Les Miles, who coached the LSU Tigers to a 2007 national championship, is suing the university over its decision to vacate 37 of his teams' victories between 2012 and 2015. The lawsuit filed Monday in federal court in … more
Dear Abby, June 19, 2024: Granddaughters' thong bikinis make waves at family gathering
DEAR ABBY: I have two granddaughters and four grandsons. My granddaughters, ages 19 and 20, wear thong bikinis at family swim events in front of their dad, grandpa, uncles and cousins. I believe this is incredibly inappropriate. I'm embarrassed … more
Measure of courage: Former Morris College student body class president earns his 6th master's degree
Courage is transformative. One minute, you're looking at yourself in the mirror, unsatisfied with what you see and frustrated with the circumstances that surround you. You're tired of having to prove yourself in facets designed to hinder your … more
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2 summer camps coming up in June and July at USC Sumter
Summer camps provide an opportunity for children to explore and discover new areas of interest, and the University of South Carolina Sumter is offering two summer camp options for students entering grades 5-8. SLED'ing into Summer is a camp led … more
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Tonya will steal your heart with her charming personality
Are you looking to add a sweet and loving companion to your family? Look no further! Tonya is an adorable female dog, estimated to be between 2 to 4 years old, and weighs around 35 pounds - the perfect size for any household. Tonya is as cute … more
Bitty wants a new home to share his joy and affection
Are you searching for a new best friend? Bitty is here to fill your home with joy and affection! This charming male pup weighs 35 pounds and is estimated to be between 3 and 5 years old. Bitty was brought to our shelter through no fault of … more
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