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Top U.S. drug agency a notable holdout in Biden's push to loosen federal marijuana restrictions
In an isolated part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration headquarters known as the 12th-floor "bubble," chief Anne Milgram made an unusual request of top deputies summoned in March for what … more
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John Krasinski's 'IF' hits a box office nerve with $35 million debut
John Krasinski's imaginary friends movie "IF" claimed the top spot at the box office this weekend according to studio estimates Sunday. Its $35 million North American debut was also a bit lower than … more
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Black Cowboy Festival gallops into Rembert this weekend
Along the horizon of the Sumter County countryside, where the air is sweet with the smell of hay and the sun kisses the short grass, a treasured celebration unfolds that pays homage to the unsung … more
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The White House says FDIC chairman to step down following report on agency's toxic workplace culture
NEW YORK (AP) — The White House said Monday that the chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation will step down, a departure that follows the release earlier this month of a damning … more
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Judge admonishes defense witness for his behavior after prosecution rests in Trump hush money trial
NEW YORK (AP) — The judge overseeing Donald Trump's hush money trial briefly closed the courtroom Monday, forcing reporters into the hallway after he admonished a defense witness for his … more
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Graduation ceremonies on tap this week for Sumter School District
It’s cap and gown time again for area high school seniors. Sumter School District’s three high schools and two affiliated programs will hold separate graduation ceremonies this week, … more
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GEORGE PHILLIP WINDLEY SR.
Pastor George Phillip Windley Sr., 74, husband of Linda Galloway Windley and son of the late George William Windley and Annie Bell Moore Windley, was born on July 23, 1949, in Conway. He departed … more
GENEVA BERNICE JENNINGS BRADFORD
Geneva Bernice Jennings Bradford, 70, wife of Elijah Bradford Sr. and daughter of the late Julius Jennings Sr. and Evelyn Dorothy Brunson Jennings, was born on Feb. 6, 1954, in Sumter County. Family … more
Red Lobster seeks bankruptcy protection days after closing dozens of restaurants; Myrtle Beach location is on closing list
Red Lobster, the casual dining chain that brought seafood to the masses with inventions like popcorn shrimp and "endless" seafood deals, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The … more
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Career and Education Fair will be held in Mayesville Tuesday, May 21, at Mary McLeod Bethune Learning Center
There will be a Career and Education Fair on Tuesday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mary McLeod Bethune Learning Center, and there will be food trucks on site as well. The event will be at … more
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ROSA LEE MCLEOD ENGLISH
Rosa Lee McLeod English, 74, wife of Ben English Jr. and daughter of Harry McLeod and the late Bertha Fullard McLeod, was born on Feb. 19, 1950, in Sumter. She departed this life on Friday, May 17, … more
Michael Cohen says he stole from Trump's company as defense presses key hush money trial witness
NEW YORK (AP) — Former Donald Trump attorney Michael Cohen admitted Monday to jurors in the Republican's hush money trial that he stole tens of thousands of dollars from Trump's company as … more
EDDIE MCBRIDE
Eddie McBride, 74, husband of Lillian Bell McBride and son of the late Sammie Wilson and Geneva McBride Green, was born on Sept. 9, 1949, in Sumter County.  He departed this life on Sunday, May … more
Target to lower prices on thousands of basic items as inflation sends customers scrounging for deals
Target plans to cut prices on thousands of consumer basics this summer, from diapers to milk, as inflation cuts into household budgets and more Americans pay closer attention to their spending. The … more
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SAM BRADLEY III
Sam Bradley III, son of Sam Bradley Jr., and Daisy Elizabeth Wright Bradley, was born on Jan. 30, 1981, in Sumter. He departed this life on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Prisma Health Richland Hospital in … more
LORENZO ROGERS
Lorenzo Rogers, 69, died Monday, May 20, 2024, at his home. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on Oct. 23, 1954, he was the son of Lucille Clark Rogers and the late Archie Rogers Sr. The family will … more
ERNEST J. PORTER SR.
Ernest J. Porter Sr., 102, widow of Hattie McNair and Rosa Lee Levan, passed away May 15, 2024, at Sumter East Health and Rehabilitation Center, Sumter. Born March 27, 1922, in Sumter, Ernest was the … more
KEYIRRA TATYANA WALKER
Keyirra Tatyana Walker, daughter of Stacy Jett and Sharon Starling,  was born on March 4, 1999, in Sumter. She departed this earthly life on Monday, May 13, 2024. Keyirra attended the public … more
SCDOT Commission approves 2025 Pavement Improvement Plan that includes projects in Sumter, Clarendon, Lee
At its meeting on Thursday, May 16, the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the agency’s 2025 Pavement Improvement Program, which includes paving projects that will … more
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ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Netanyahu
JERUSALEM (AP) — The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court said Monday he is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin … more
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