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Sumter County Council passes animal nuisance ordinance despite public outcry to delay vote
Sumter County Council passed third and final reading of its animal nuisance ordinance at its regular Tuesday, Sept. 22, meeting, despite public outcry to delay the vote. What it means: Council amended an already existing ordinance, placing … more
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Mayesville expands camera system; residents raise safety concerns at meeting
Mayesville's mayor cited the expansion of the town's camera system for what he described as a reduction in crime at the town's August meeting. Mayor Chris Brown said the camera system has expanded throughout the community, with cameras positioned … more
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State continues to withhold over $92K from Mayesville as town officials work to bring audits up to date
Nearly a year after a state investigation found "major negligence" in Town of Mayesville's last completed audit - which was 2020 - the town is making progress to bring finances up to date. The state, however, continues to withhold more than $92,000 … more
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Sumter judge strikes Mayesville CDC's answer in lawsuit
A Sumter judge struck Town of Mayesville Community Development Corporation's answer and counterclaims in the latest lawsuit brought by the town and Mayor Chris Brown, leaving the nonprofit without a filed response to the complaint and potentially … more
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City of Sumter hosts hearing on updating development ordinance
City residents were able to give public input on a proposed ordinance to update existing zoning, land development and subdivision regulations during a City of Sumter hearing on Tuesday, Aug. 18. The meeting was held to receive public input and … more
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Private road, public question: How Sumter County's private road acceptance program works
For Gwynette Taylor, the dirt road leading to her Sumter County home has become part of the price of country living. But it wasn't an expense she expected. It has been a lifelong dream of hers to own a country home. That dream became her reality … more
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Palmetto Tennis Center, City of Sumter recognized for economic impact of venue
A Sumter facility and the city were given an award recognizing the city's strategy of using tennis as an economic driver by creating a distinctive sports destination that attracts visitors, tournaments and spending in the local economy. The 2026 … more
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Palmetto Tennis Center, city recognized for economic impact of venue
A Sumter facility and the city were given an award recognizing the city's strategy of using tennis as an economic driver by creating a distinctive sports destination that attracts visitors, … more
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Gamble announces campaign for Sumter City Council Ward 1 seat
The field is set for Sumter's upcoming municipal election after the filing period for candidates officially closed. Candidate information was released by Sumter County Voter Registration Office on … more
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Town says Mayesville Community Development Corporation failed to comply with judge's order
Town of Mayesville is asking a circuit court judge to hold Town of Mayesville Community Development Corporation and its attorney in contempt, alleging they failed to comply with a court order from June. In a motion filed July 2, the town and … more
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Filing for 5 Sumter school board seats begins on Monday
Every two years, impactful Sumter County elections not associated with the two major political parties in Democrats and Republicans take place. These local elections are for Sumter School District's Board of Trustees, which are nonpartisan seats, … more
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American Revolution exhibit, park improvements and animal welfare concerns highlight Sumter City Council meeting
Sumter will host The American Revolution Experience later this summer after the city secured a last-minute opportunity to bring the traveling exhibit to the community, city officials announced during Tuesday's Sumter City Council … more
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Mayesville council reviews trail projects aimed at tourism and recreation
Mayesville Town Council members heard about two trail-related initiatives during its July 14 meeting, including a proposed educational partnership for local and regional trail projects. Council stopped short of approving either initiative, … more
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Sumter city water assistance program supports residents in need through Sumter United Ministries
Did you know the City of Sumter and Sumter United Ministries partnered to assist residents to pay their monthly water bill? In 2012, a customer, a disabled person who lived alone, repeatedly came into the City of Sumter Utility Finance Department … more
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Clarendon prepares for countywide property reassessment
Nearly every property owner in Clarendon County is expected to see the estimated value of their property increase in 2026, but how much they ultimately pay in taxes will depend on more than the number printed at the top of their reassessment … more
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Sumter County Council considers temporary development moratorium and recognizes youth programs
Sumter County Council advanced temporary moratoriums on new solar farms, data centers and battery energy storage systems during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14, while also recognizing local students for their community service and summer … more
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Mayesville races to preserve historic town hall before funding deadline
Mayesville is preparing to take the first major step toward preserving its historic town hall, launching a stabilization project before nearly $95,000 in federal funding expires at the end of the year. Rather than fully renovate the building, … more
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Local lawmakers say Graham was dedicated public servant
Four Sumter delegation members reflected on the sudden passing of U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., this week and called the state's senior senator in Congress a public servant who was exemplary at constituent service. Local delegation veterans … more
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Sumter city council filing runs through July 30
The filing period for candidates seeking a seat on Sumter City Council opens at noon on Wednesday, July 15, and closes at noon on Thursday, July 30. Candidates for the nonpartisan municipal election for Wards 1, 3 and 5 must file with City Clerk … more
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Sumter tennis center earns international recognition for tournaments
A special presentation was given during Sumter City Council's regular meeting Tuesday, June 16, recognizing a prestigious award received by the local tennis center from International Tennis Federation.Brian Hodge, a tennis development professional … more
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