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'Coyote vs. Acme' deserves a repeat viewing
Mel Blanc's creative and unique genius remains carved within the fabric of our memories for shaping myriad childhoods. The other day I found myself watching an interview as he performed the iconic voices of every Looney Tunes character. Hearing him … more
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Fall Feast returns Oct. 22 to bring Sumterites good food, good time
Leaves will be falling soon, morning temperatures are cooling, and the breeze is picking up. Autumn is upon us, and so is one of Sumter's favorite annual events: the Fall Feast. The annual community event, presented by FTC, is a unique and … more
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The Rev. Dr. Stewart Rawson: Let's commit to caring for others as we did 25 years ago
As I sit to write this column, it is Sept. 11, 2026, the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01. Anyone who is over 30 years old can tell you exactly where they were when they heard about a plane crashing into the first World Trade Center tower. We have a … more
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Social Security Matters: Is the Medicare Part B premium a percentage of our Social Security amount?
Dear Rusty: I have a simple question: Is the amount we pay for Medicare Part B premium a percent of our Social Security amount we receive? Signed: Curious Dear Curious: Your Medicare Part B premium is not based on a percentage of your monthly … more
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If you're a foodie, this time of year doesn't disappoint
Fall is finally on the horizon, although the humidity out there is still intense. But fall brings many of our favorite things to look forward to - gatherings with friends and family, local football rivalry games, anticipation of the holidays coming … more
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Coming: Pirate Day, Great Outdoors Expo at Simpson Hardware, eSTEAM festival, First Responders BBQ Cookoff, Oktoberfest and more
Fourth Fridays Concert Series returns Friday, Sept. 25, with Sole Purpose. Concert attendance is free, and there will be food and drink available for sale. Downtown restaurants will be open for dine-in and take-out. Palmetto Optimist Club will be … more
Annual Porches of Sumter brings homeowners and businesses together through hospitality and history
A porch can be many things. It can be a quiet place to sit at the end of the day, a shaded spot to catch up with a neighbor or an extension of a home where family and friends can share a laugh over food and conversation. For Beth Jackson, her … more
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Return to the glory days: New Pizza Lane owner takes over mainstay, injecting life back into restaurant
One of Sumter's oldest, local independent restaurants that has always had a local nostalgic theme is "back and here to stay," as its new owner has worked to restore it to its glory days. New Pizza Lane owner Tony Barwick and its original owner … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: The Hub: Sumter's busiest bargain store
Reflections revisits The Hub, later known as Bergers, one of Sumter's favorite shopping establishments. This business would undergo several changes; however, it remained an integral part of Sumter's shopping community. The data and photos used were … more
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It takes a village: Local churches team up to feed Sumter High football program
Any parent of a high school football player knows one simple fact: It's not cheap to keep a young athlete fed. That's why Sumter High head coach Drew Marlowe has teamed up with four local churches to make sure that his athletes are fed every … more
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Check out the September / October 2026 edition of The Sumter Item Impact
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Safety should be top of mind this hunting season
This spring, our state Department of Natural Resources shared that hunting-related fatalities have decreased recently, thanks to emphasizing safety and awareness while in the great outdoors. South Carolina DNR announced in April that two … more
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Social Security Matters: Can my spouse file at 63 and then get half of mine when I later claim?
Dear Rusty: My spouse is 63 and I am 65. I am planning to take my Social Security benefits at age 70. Can my lower earning spouse take his own benefits now, and then - when I take my full benefits at age 70, can he then file for 50% of mine instead … more
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Enjoy this delicacy at home
Certain foods have inspired a devotion that other dishes simply cannot match. Oysters certainly fit that mold. To oyster lovers, there's simply no better way to start a meal than to order a plate of these wildly popular delicacies. Of course, … more
Slow cooking is a go-to option for busy home cooks
Slow cooking is appealing for a number of reasons. Busy home cooks know that slow cooking ensures a homecooked meal is ready and waiting when arriving home from work. And cooks accustomed to slow cooking know the aromas emanating from slow cookers … more
Stuffed Shells With Spinach and Ricotta please a crowd
Hosting is a fun way to welcome loved ones. Simple but flavorful meals are a host's best friend. Such meals, which include the following recipe for Stuffed Shells With Spinach and Ricotta from Lines+Angles, give hosts more time to mingle but still … more
Put those bountiful blueberries to use in Blueberry Lemon Cornmeal Cobbler
Blueberries are out in full force in the summer. Blueberries are delicious freshly picked and can be topped with some light cream for a refreshing dessert. Blueberries also are equally at home baked in muffins, breads and cobblers. The following … more
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' gets a resounding 10/10
I still maintain the memories of both my father and I being avid collectors of Marvel comics during our initial deployment in Germany. He would read "Punisher," "Daredevil," "Dr. Strange" and the occasional "X-Men" story line here and there. Me, on … more
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Focus on the new things
As a pastor of a Christian church, we hold as sacred the texts of the Old and New Testament. We share in common with our Jewish brothers and sisters the Old Testament. Much of the Old Testament is the account of God's relationship with the ancient … more
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