Brookdale Sumter was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top performer in assisted living among older adult living communities across the nation. Brookdale Communities offers older adult care options through the U.S. with a … more

A Sumter-based commercial real estate professional is among a group of four at the company to be awarded a designation signifying industry expertise. The Certified Commercial Investment Member designation is from the CCIM Institute, one of the … more

This week is a time to shine for Sumter small businesses after Monday marked Day 1 of Small Business Week. On May 2, Sumter City Council Mayor David Merchant and Sumter County Council Chairman Jim McCain signed a proclamation announcing the … more

Downtown Sumter welcomed its one-and-only fabric furnishing artisan who has a knack for collecting vintage finds and modernizing old furniture. On April 23, Bohemian Swan opened its doors to Sumterites with its grand opening, which owner and … more

FTC has been recognized for its efforts in broadband by one of the nation's leading authorities on rural telecommunications.NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association, which represents nearly 850 … more

MANNING - Need an intimate location for a wedding reception, anniversary party, birthday celebration or a lavish baby shower? Tanisha Thames with The Matrix Center at Wyboo is the one to call. You may know Thames from The Matrix Center, 4648 … more

It's not every day a little kid's dream job becomes a reality, and it's rarer to see that dream amount to a successful future. But that was the case for a Manning boy who grew up wanting to be a farmer and educator. Alonzo McDonald is an … more