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Sumterites view partial 2024 eclipse
Spencer Pearson helps his daughter, Jemma, view the 2024 solar eclipse from Patriot Park on Monday, April 8. The Sumter area didn't experience totality as it did during the 2017 solar eclipse, but it did get … more
Total solar eclipse races across North America
MESQUITE, Texas - A chilly, midday darkness fell across North America on Monday as a total solar eclipse raced across the continent, thrilling those lucky enough to behold the spectacle through clear skies. Eclipse mania gripped all of Mexico, … more
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CareSouth unveils new mobile unit to bring health care to more people in rural areas
A local private, nonprofit community health center has a new mobile unit to help the Pee Dee region even more. On March 21, CareSouth Carolina unveiled the unit that the center hopes will enhance its R.O.A.D.S. initiative. The unit is designed to … more
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Sumter’s new eVAC plant gets $111M in tax credits
SUMTER — A German company planning to open its first U.S. facility in Sumter for producing magnets used in electric vehicles has received an additional $111 million from the federal government. … more
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1 man, 2 minors charged in connection to grand larceny on Easter
Three individuals – including two minors and one adult – were arrested on grand larceny charges after reportedly recklessly driving a stolen vehicle on Easter. In the afternoon of … more
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Biden to meet Japan's PM Kishida over shared concerns about China and differences on U.S. Steel deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida begins a much-anticipated visit to Washington on Tuesday aiming to spotlight shared concerns about provocative Chinese military action in … more
2-time All-Star Ja Morant defended himself during pickup game fight, judge says
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Former Crestwood star Ja Morant acted in self-defense when a teenager accused the two-time NBA All-Star of punching him during a pickup game at the home of the Memphis … more
New WIC rules include more money for fruits and veggies. They also expand food choices
The federal program that helps pay for groceries for millions of low-income mothers, babies and young kids will soon emphasize more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, as well as provide a wider … more
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LEROY WELLS
Leroy Wells departed this life on Sunday, April 7, 2024, in Sumter. Leroy was born June 2, 1957, in Sumter to the late Andrew Sr. and Evestar Gass Wells. The family is receiving friends at 1 Cecil … more
JAMES E. GOODMAN
James Edward “June” Goodman, son of the late Segars and Earline Grant Goodman, was born on Jan. 8, 1957, in Sumter.  He departed this earthly life on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Prisma … more
LAURA CARDELLO
On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Laura Cardello passed away at the age of 64. She was born Aug. 2, 1959, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Nicholas Frank Cardello and Norma Jean Patterson. Laura is survived … more
SALLIE G. WITHERSPOON BLOCKER
Sallie G. Witherspoon Blocker, 78, widow of Johnnie Blocker and daughter of the late Alexander Witherspoon and Lucille Pearson Witherspoon, was born Jan. 1, 1946, in Sumter.  She departed this … more
ROBERT BROWNFIELD DINKINS III
CHARLESTON — Robert Brownfield Dinkins III died Friday, April 5, 2023, at his home in Charleston. Born Aug. 4, 1964, in Sumter, he was the son of Beverly Jones Dinkins and the late Robert … more
Dear Abby, April 9, 2024: Workplace tension builds after dustup with manager
DEAR ABBY : I'm a soft-spoken person. I work in a medical laboratory, and I am finally speaking up for what I believe in (after years of social anxiety and depression). At the last meeting, when … more
AUGUSTINE W. PETER
Augustine “Gopi Bhai” W. Peter, age 91, beloved husband of 57 years to Lilian A. Peter, died on Friday, April 5, 2024, at his residence. Born in Ahmedabad, India, he was the son of the … more
JAMES E. GOODMAN
James E. Goodman,  67, husband of Janie Goodman, died Friday, April 5, 2024, at Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Columbia.  Born in Sumter on Jan. 8, 1957, he was the son of the late … more
EARTHA M. WIGGINS
Eartha M. Wiggins,  99, widow of William C. Wiggins, died Saturday, April 6, 2024, at her home in Rembert.  Born in Dalzell on  April 25, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Wearing … more
HORACE GLOVER
Horace Glover, 75, died Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Continuecare Hospital at Palmetto Health Baptist, Columbia. Born in Sumter on Oct. 2, 1944, he was the son of the late Caleb Glover and Carnelesul … more
HERBERT LEE BELL JR.
Herbert Lee Bell Jr., 72, husband of the late Dorethea Lewis Bell and Ernestine Spann Bell, died Sunday, April 7, 2024, at his residence, 117-A Brent St., Sumter. He was born Jan. 7, 1952, in … more
MARGARET MCFADDEN CANTY
PINEWOOD — Margaret McFadden Canty, 88, died, April 3, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Sumter. She was born July 14, 1935, in Pinewood, a daughter of the late Henry and Naomi William … more
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