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Inflation pressures lingering from pandemic are keeping Fed rate cuts on pause
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hopes for interest rate cuts this year by the Federal Reserve are steadily fading, with a stream of recent remarks by Fed officials underscoring their intention to keep … more
Weather-weary Texas battered again as powerful storm, strong winds kill 1, cause widespread damage
HOUSTON (AP) — Power outages remained widespread Wednesday in storm-weary Texas a day after another burst of severe weather flooded streets, uprooted trees and ripped off roofs. Authorities … more
ConocoPhillips buying Marathon Oil for $17.1 billion in all-stock deal as energy prices rise
ConocoPhillips is buying Marathon Oil in an all-stock deal valued at approximately $17.1 billion as energy prices rise and big oil companies reap massive profits. The deal is valued at $22.5 billion … more
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TAVARES "KEY" MCFADDEN
Tavares "Key" McFadden departed this life on Monday, May 27, 2024, in Sumter. He was born March 27, 1992, in Sumter to Michelle McKnight (Absolum Jr.) McFadden and the late Wilbert Frank. The family … more
Opinion: Legislature can slow growth of electricity-guzzling data centers
The central focus of the legislative debate over how to meet South Carolina's growing electricity needs was a massive bill that was rushed through the House before crashing headlong into a wall of resistance in the Senate, where more members … more
Lakewood Gators Class of 2024 celebrates graduation
Lakewood High School students, staff, parents and family members celebrated students' graduation on Friday afternoon, May 24, at Sumter County Civic Center with speeches and celebrations afterward in the parking lot. PHOTOS BY ZAC HOOKS / THE … more
Column: What is the abundant life Jesus offers?
It's common in this modern age for religious seekers to comb the Bible for passages that promise endless blessings. People love to hear messages about God protecting His children from danger and suffering and how He wants to give us everything we … more
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Dear Abby, May 29, 2024: Mother doesn't want son's girlfriend at every event
DEAR ABBY: My son is a sophomore in college. He has been dating a girl he met at school for almost a year. Her family no longer speaks to her for reasons I don't know. I have included her in our family holidays, but she later tells my son that she … more
Military labs do the detective work to identify soldiers decades after they died in World War II
OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. - Generations of American families have grown up not knowing exactly what happened to their loved ones who died while serving their country in World War II and other conflicts. But a federal lab tucked away above the … more
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Major retailers offering summer deals to entice shoppers
NEW YORK - Americans who spent Memorial Day scouting sales online and in stores found more reasons to celebrate the return of warmer weather. Major retailers are stepping up discounts heading into the summer months, hoping to entice inflation-weary … more
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Caramel Sticky Rolls are easy, filling and a sweet treat for the entire family
There are no alarms set and you are cuddled up in bed after a good night's sleep. It's late morning, and there is nowhere to go, no rushing around to do. No school bus, no work to be done, just relaxing at home with loved ones. However, breakfast is … more
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Arkansas Possum Pie is perfect dessert
The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It's topped with chocolate syrup and chopped pecans, and your loved ones just may vote it to be their favorite dish. It's an Arkansas … more
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Sumterites, visitors pack Swan Lake for 82nd Iris Festival
Crowds traveled to Sumter's Swan Lake-Iris Gardens over four days for the annual Iris Festival from Thursday, May 23, for Taste at the Gardens through Memorial Day weekend. The 82nd event featured the inaugural Krawlin' for Christ Parade, the return … more
Clemson set to host regional, Vols earn national No. 1 seed
OMAHA, Neb. - Tennessee, the Southeastern Conference regular-season and conference tournament champion and the consensus No. 1 team in the country for a month, on Monday was awarded the top national seed for the NCAA Tournament. The 64-team … more
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Longtime MLB umpire Ángel Hernández retires
NEW YORK - Longtime umpire Ángel Hernández, who unsuccessfully sued Major League Baseball for racial discrimination, is retiring immediately. During a career that lasted more than three decades, the 62-year-old Hernández was often scorned by … more
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Former Wilson Hall star Sears shines as A's top Astros
OAKLAND, Calif. - Former Wilson Hall standout JP Sears allowed one unearned run and two hits in six solid innings, Brent Rooker hit a two-run double in the first and the Oakland Athletics beat the Houston Astros 3-1 on Saturday. It was the A's … more
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Former Gamecock Montgomery leads Diamondbacks to win over Miami
PHOENIX - Christian Walker and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit back-to-back RBI doubles in the first inning, former Sumter High star Jordan Montgomery threw six quality innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks held on for a 3-2 win over the Miami Marlins on … more
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Braves place Acuña on IL after 2nd season-ending knee injury
ATLANTA - The Atlanta Braves placed outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. on the 10-day injured list on Monday after the reigning NL MVP sustained a season-ending torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. Acuña was hurt in the Braves' 8-1 win at … more
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Monarch homecoming: Manning hires alumnus Johnson as new girls basketball coach
Manning High School is bringing in a familiar face to lead its girls basketball program. Justin Johnson is returning to his alma mater after a successful run at Hartsville High School and has his eyes set on turning around a program that … more
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4 candidates vying for S.C. Senate District 36 seat
The election for a state Senate seat that reaches parts of Sumter and Clarendon counties features an incumbent and challengers on the other side of the aisle. Sen. Kevin Johnson, who has been in the District 36 seat since 2013, will face Eleazer … more
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