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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 areas of Sumter, was undertaken in March 1948. The count was being made by local Boy Scouts with the cooperation of City Manager J. A. Raffield and … more
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American Double Dutch League brings national talent to Sumter
The American Double Dutch League hosted its 51st Invitational World Double Dutch Competition this June, bringing teams from across the country back to league headquarters in Sumter. Originating in the 1930s in New York, double Dutch gained … more
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Sumter Fire Department's Coker, Geddings weigh in on importance of grain bin rescue training
In South Carolina, agriculture is more than an industry; it's a way of life. The state's diverse farming landscape that produces corn, peanuts, soybeans and wheat relies on grain storage facilities to manage and preserve such harvests. However, … more
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Penny tax and block grant funding were on Sumter city, county agendas in the past month
This is the time of year when Sumter County and City of Sumter agendas are dense with the word "budget." With the start of the fiscal year on July 1, Sumter leaders have been hard at work finalizing 2024-25 fiscal year budgets. Additionally, … more
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TikTok accuses federal agency of 'political demagoguery' in legal challenge against potential U.S. ban
TikTok disclosed a letter Thursday that accused the Biden administration of engaging in "political demagoguery" during high-stakes negotiations between the government and the company as it sought to … more
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Another police dog dies while trying to help officers arrest a suspect in South Carolina
COLUMBIA (AP) — For the second time this month, a police dog has been killed while trying to help arrest a suspect in South Carolina. A Richland County Sheriff's Department dog named Wick was … more
States that recorded the biggest increase in homelessness last year
On April 22, 2024, the Supreme Court heard its biggest case related to homelessness in more than 50 years. The case started in Grants Pass, a small city in Oregon, and it could have major … more
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Most extreme temperatures in the history of every state
According to a May 2024 analysis from the Associated Press, more than 2,300 deaths due to excessive heat occurred in the U.S. in 2023, a record-breaking high. As alarming as those numbers are, that … more
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Changing tipping culture has Americans befuddled: Does everything require a tip?
Tipflation is upon us. The COVID-19-era explosion of cashless points of sale and touchscreens in shops, cafes, auto repair shops, and anywhere else money is exchanged has sent tipping … more
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Highest-rated Southern restaurants in Sumter by diners
When you travel below the Mason-Dixon Line, you'll find some of the most mouthwatering, comforting cuisine in the U.S.: Southern food. Southern dishes are a vital part of American cuisine, from … more
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Highest-rated beer in South Carolina
If you drink beer—any beer—you're probably familiar with the craft beer explosion that began in the late 2010s, and you likely fall into one of two camps: IPA warrior or lager loyalist. … more
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ROSA H. WILLIAMS
Rosa H. Williams, formerly of 228 Piedmont Road, Bishopville, entered eternal rest on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the McLeod Regional Medical Center, Florence.  Visitation will be held on … more
LASHENDA D. ROUSE
Ms. LaShenda D. Rouse entered eternal rest on Monday, June 17, 2024, at her residence, 505 Bradley Road, Bishopville. Visitation will be held from 3-5:30 p.m. Friday, June 21, 2024, at Wilson Funeral … more
RANDEL WAYNE MORRIS SR.
Randel Wayne Morris Sr., 68, husband of Diana Morris, died Monday, June 10, 2024. He was a son of the late Boykin Morris and Martha Phelps Morris. His life will forever be cherished and he is … more
A U.S. veteran died at a nursing home, abandoned. Hundreds of strangers came to say goodbye
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Former U.S. Marine Gerry Brooks died alone at a nursing home in Maine, abandoned and all but forgotten. Then the funeral home posted a notice asking if anyone would serve … more
Donald Sutherland, the towering actor whose career spanned 'M.A.S.H.' to 'Hunger Games,' dies at 88
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Sutherland, the Canadian actor whose wry, arresting screen presence spanned more than half a century of films from "M.A.S.H." to "The Hunger Games," has died. He was 88. … more
JANET BELSER
Janet Belser, 54, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, in Concord, North Carolina. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024, at New Light MBC, 4390 Moses Dingle Rd., Davis … more
ROOSEVELT CANTY
Roosevelt Canty, 83, widower of Maude Weeks Canty and son of the late James Edward Logan Sr. and Maple Bae Canty Baxter, was born on Jan. 16, 1941, in Pinewood. He departed this life on Thursday, … more
ASHMORE LEE JR.
Ashmore Lee Jr., 93, husband of Phyllis Sinkler Lee and son of the late Ashmore Lee Sr., and Hester McQuilla Lee, was born on Sept. 24, 1930, in Sumter. He departed this life on Wednesday, June 19, … more
DELLIE BOYKIN OXENDINE SR.
Dellie Boykin Oxendine Sr., 82, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter. Born in Sumter County, he was a son of the late Mary Oxendine Harvin. The family will … more
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