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High school graduation is upon us; Sumter High first, then Crestwood and Lakewood
There are countless memorable graduation quips, but try this one on for size: "You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So ... get on your way!" Do you like it? … That is from well-known children's author Dr. … more
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Vote on rezoning attendance lines for 2026-27 also before trustees Monday
A vote on rezoning school attendance lines for full implementation in the 2026-27 school year headlines other agenda items on tap for Monday's school board meeting at Crestwood High School. District-level administrators' presentations on the … more
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$4.8M more to finish Crestwood stadium project before school board on Monday
In two action items Monday, Sumter school board will vote on whether to approve a total of about $4.8 million more to a new high school football stadium that now exceeds $9 million in cost projections. Early cost estimates from a year ago … more
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Ragin plans to open charter; 3 finalists named for teacher of year
SCHOOL BOARD CHAIR PLANS TO OPEN PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL The board chairman for Sumter School District is also the planning committee chairman for a newly approved tuition-free, public charter school that is scheduled to open in Sumter in a little … more
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SHS Key Club makes donation to SECU Family House UNC Hospitals in memory of Tylee Craft
PHOTO PROVIDED Each year, the SHS Key Club International, a student-led service organization at Sumter High, sponsors an annual event: "The SHS Key Club Movie Day." The club, under the leadership of faculty advisor Sharon Butler McQuiller, … more
University of South Carolina Sumter earns Military Friendly School designation
SUBMITTED The University of South Carolina Sumter announced May 9 that it has earned the 2025-26 Silver Military Friendly School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly School designation were evaluated using both public data … more
Central Carolina students turn their tassels
Central Carolina Technical College held its 2025 commencement ceremony at Sumter County Civic Center on Friday, May 9. PHOTOS BY ABIGAIL PITTMAN / THE SUMTER ITEM more
Central Carolina Technical College donor gives $125K to remove barriers in high-demand programs
A generous, anonymous donor recently provided a $125,000 gift to Central Carolina Technical College to eliminate barriers for incoming students to the school for training in high-demand programs in industrial technology and health … more
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Lemira Elementary School wins 2 awards for initiatives
When Stephanie Gregg started as principal at Lemira Elementary four years ago, her goal was to bring a designation to the school. Now, the South Sumter school has earned two. Targeted student interventions, afterschool tutoring, family and … more
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S.C. Chamber of Commerce, Boeing Company invest $50,000 to support STEM programs at Morris College
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with The Boeing Company, announced a $50,000 investment in Morris College in support of the institution's Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics programs. Cynthia Bennett, chief … more
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LMA teams recognized at Statehouse
Three Laurence Manning teams were recognized at the Statehouse on Thursday, May 1, for their outstanding accomplishments. The LMA Bowling Team was recognized for winning their 11th SCISA State Bowling Co-Ed Championship. The team of Charlotte … more
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USC Sumter Class of 2025 graduates
PHOTOS BY ABIGAIL PITTMAN / THE SUMTER ITEM USC Sumter held its 2025 commencement ceremony outdoors on its campus in Sumter on May 7. more
Sumter High, area public safety agencies bring back 'Prom Promise'
Prom night is a rite of passage for nearly every American teenager. However, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it's also when law enforcement sees a significant increase in alcohol-related wrecks involving teens. In … more
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Sumter School District failed to notify local media of recent committee meeting
Sumter School District failed to notify the local news media at least 24 hours in advance for a recent district Board of Trustees committee meeting. The state Freedom of Information Act requires all public bodies to notify persons or … more
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Crestwood stadium now over $9M in estimates; school board concerned about project management
Cost overruns continue for a new high school football stadium in Sumter School District, and at least five board members are calling for a better project management system to be in place within administration. An early cost estimate from the time … more
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Morris College Class of 2025 graduates May 3
Cheers rang out at Morris College's 2025 commencement ceremony held Saturday, May 3, at Sumter County Civic Center. more
Alice Drive Middle celebrates 10 years as STEM school
Alice Drive Middle School celebrated 10 years as a Nationally Accredited STEM School on Monday, April 28. The celebration was packed with exciting STEM activities, hands-on learning and inspiring showcases from community partners, including USC … more
Mary McLeod Section Scholarship awarded to Morris College student
"Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it might be a diamond in the rough." These were words spoken by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, honored by National Council of Negro Women and lived out through recipients of the scholarship founded in Bethune's … more
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Central Carolina names Allen-Lint vice president for business affairs
Central Carolina Technical College is pleased to announce Cheryl Allen-Lint as the college's new vice president for business affairs. Allen-Lint began her career at Central Carolina Technical College in July 1994 as a fiscal technician. She has … more
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Celebrating excellence in education: District hosts annual teacher recognition ceremony, names 3 finalists for top honor
Bravery, generosity, encouragement, love and self-sacrifice are all key traits in successful teachers. Speakers often mentioned those words last week when Sumter School District honored many of … more
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