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eVAC to host inaugural mini-STEM fair, hiring event in Sumter June 21
Come December, eVAC Magnetics, a producer of high-end magnets for motors, is expected to begin its operations in Sumter. But in the meantime, it is working on fostering a relationship with its new community and, of course, hiring employees. This … more
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2 Sumter Career and Technology Center students recognized
This year, Sumter Career and Technology Center proudly recognized not one but two Outstanding Students for their excellence, dedication and achievements. Paris Cotton is an aerospace engineering senior at Lakewood High School with a … more
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UPDATED: Sumter County Council approves 3-mill increase for Sumter School District
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Atop the Class of 2025: Sumter’s public school valedictorians come from different backgrounds, but parental influence is common ground
Sumter School District's three valedictorians are the first in recent years to have a fully normal high school experience without the effects of a pandemic, and all consider their parents their biggest influencers in life. The top seniors from … more
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Crestwood High School stadium project update, 2026 budget before school board
A full discussion on remaining work necessary for the Crestwood High School football stadium/athletic complex project and an updated presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget will be before Sumter school board on Monday. Another project update … more
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Sumter School District to ask for 3 mills Tuesday, chairmen say
Sumter School District administration will ask Sumter County Council for a three-mill increase Tuesday when it presents its Fiscal Year 2026 budget to the body, and it appears council members will agree to the measure. The initiative would add a … more
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Crestwood project, next year's budget before board's Finance Committee on Wednesday night
Updates on the Crestwood High School football stadium/athletic complex and the Fiscal Year 2026 budget will be before Sumter school board's Finance Committee on Wednesday night. An update on the Mayewood Middle School concessions stand/bathrooms … more
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Sumter School District's summer meal program begins June 12
Sumter School District will participate in the USDA non-congregate rural summer meal distribution starting Thursday, June 12. Eligible participants include Sumter County residents aged 18 and under, except for those already enrolled in summer … more
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State education superintendent requests investigation into Sumter School District’s operations
The state superintendent has requested the state agency that investigates allegations of fraud, waste and wrongdoing among public bodies begin a "thorough review or investigation" of Sumter School District regarding issues in its operations … more
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Leventis discusses 'conflict of interest' concern over Ragin
A school board trustee says the chairman ruling him "out of order" for asking that the chairman recuse himself from a vote last week because of a "conflict of interest" concern is an "incredible" example of the issue. Phil Leventis, the Area 8 … more
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Wilson Hall masterpiece maker
Wilson Hall seventh-grader Addyson Burleson recently took third place in a student art contest sponsored by the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, based in Charleston. The annual expo is one of the nation's top wildlife art and nature shows with … more
Sumter High School Class of 2025 celebrates graduation
Sumter High School's Class of 2025 graduated on Thursday night, May 22, at the school's Memorial Stadium. More than 450 students walked across the stage to accept their diplomas. Valedictorian was Geddy Floyd Ridgeway, and salutatorian was Riley … more
Eagles in action: Liberty STEAM students turn workforce lessons into vision for growth
"No bird soars too high if he soars with his own wings" wrote 19th-century poet William Blake. And 17 tiny but mighty Eagles would spread their wings to fly the morning of Tuesday, May 20, sharing their vision for growth with local … more
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Crestwood High Air Force JROTC is Top Gun
Sumter School District's Board of Trustees recognized the Crestwood High School Air Force Junior ROTC program on Monday, May 19, for winning first place overall at the state's Top Gun Drill Meet, which is the official state drill … more
Sumter School District students shine in biliteracy
State Seal of Biliteracy winners from Sumter High School, above left, Crestwood High School, left, and Lakewood High School, above, are recognized by Sumter school board on Monday, May 19. A nationally recognized credential, the Seal of Biliteracy … more
SHS students earn national awards for community service impact
SUBMITTED Twenty-seven Sumter High School students are being recognized by the United Nations Association of the USA and InnerView in the eighth-annual Community Service Impact Awards. This program, open to all U.S. students, has been designed to … more
Lee, Sumter students receive SCAC Board of Directors Scholarships
The South Carolina Association of Counties awarded Board of Directors Scholarships to Carmen Bates of Lee Central High School and Camryn Wilmes of Wilson Hall. Bates, the daughter of Joyce Lowery of Lynchburg, plans to study agribusiness at South … more
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Shining bright in Sumter School District
Sumter School District's Board of Trustees recognized 211 students across the elementary, middle and high school levels for perfect scores on end-of-year assessments this spring and also last school year at the Monday, May 19, board meeting at the … more
Sumter's Next Generation, presented by TheLINK: Crestwood's Wallace on a walk worth waiting for as he graduates despite health struggles
On the spring-soaked morning of Friday, May 23, Crestwood High School's graduating Class of 2025 will cross the stage and claim the diplomas they've spent 12 years earning. For most, the moment marks the end of late-night study sessions and the … more
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4 area students receive Ride of Your Life Scholarships from S.C. State Fair
COLUMBIA - South Carolina State Fair has announced the 2025 recipients of its annual Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. This year, 53 high school seniors across South Carolina have been chosen to receive prestigious $10,000 scholarships - … more
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