Impact
Sort by: Featured Most recent
52 results total, viewing 1 - 20
Check out the January / February 2025 issue of The Sumter Item Impact
Our motivation this year: You https://www.theitem.com/stories/the-sumter-item-impact-january-february-2025,424666 more
Social Security Matters: Veteran asks if it's possible to get back Medicare taxes paid
Dear Rusty: I'm 72 years old with 20 years of military service. I am retired collecting Social Security, my military pension and state retirement benefits. According to my SSA statement, over my working lifetime I paid $14,302 into Medicare, but I … more
|
Column by Rev. Stewart Rawson: Take the time to take care of yourself in 2025
When I was growing up, every classroom had a paper calendar hung on the wall. We would cross out days as they passed, and at the beginning of each month we would tear off the last month, revealing the new month. With the celebration of the new year … more
|
Top recent storylines include Sumter School District, Liberty and TSA
1. NATIONAL NONPROFIT AWARDS LIBERTY STEAM $2M A leading nonprofit organization that identifies the nation's best public charter schools and helps to fund their expansion pledged $2 million to Liberty STEAM Charter School in … more
|
Sumter Animal Control shares tips on keeping furry friends safe, warm
As temperatures drop and frosty mornings continue, winter brings challenges not only for humans, but for our four-legged friends as well. While cozy sweaters and steaming cocoa keep us warm, our pets rely on us to prepare them for the colder … more
|
Nominations begin for annual Best of Sumter readers' choice contest; voting will start on Jan. 29
Best of Sumter is back again, celebrating 25 years of awarding Sumter's favorites in 2025. Nominations for The Sumter Item's annual readers' choice contest are being accepted in more than 300 categories now through Jan. 28. The … more
|
Review: 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' darker, emotional but is perfect for families
The majority of popular video game adaptations translated into the live-action format receive reviews ranging from decent and mixed to polarizing results. It is safe to say not every video game concept is meant for cinematic treatment. As of … more
|
Reflections by Sammy Way: Military museum welcomes all to visit this year
Sumter Military Museum wishes all Sumter residents a Happy New Year as we welcome 2025. Last year saw the groundbreaking of the new site on the Sumter Museum grounds on 3.75 acres at 122 N. Washington St. and 201 W. Hampton Ave. The new … more
|
A bouquet of possibilities: A Ring Around The Roses caters to customers’ wants for every occasion
Diversity in product selection and a talent for working with flowers and designing arrangements are some of the keys to success in the floral business, according to A Ring Around The Roses owner Christi Brunson. She admits that she "can't make a … more
|
Save Me A Seat: 6 Valentine's Day dining experiences in Sumter
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air - or maybe that's the smell of sizzling steaks and molten chocolate cake. From scenic views along the pond to unique spots sure to provide good food and a good time, Sumter has … more
|
4 Sumter government headlines to know from the past month
1. Swearing-in ceremonies As the new year kicked off, so did an important swearing-in ceremony. After Sumter residents made their voices heard at the polls on Nov. 5, 2024, it was finally time for Sumter County's elected officials to officially … more
|
Item photographer made great memories, met great people in Sumter
A sports team taking a group photo and in a sea of cameras one of the athletes saying "Everyone look at Adam!" because they know and trust you despite me not working for the team. Seeing an owner months after you helped feature his new restaurant in … more
|
Check out all there is to do in both Sumter and a close drive away
Come to the downtown library and read to a therapy dog. Sparky, Skipper and Missy love hearing a good story, and young readers can get practice reading their favorite books. This event is held the second Saturday of every month at the downtown … more
Premier talent: Sumter Item names 25 to All-Area Football Team
The Sumter Item has selected 25 players to its All-Area Football Team. The team was selected based on nominations from local South Carolina High School League school coaches. The final selections were chosen by The Item sports department. This … more
|
SCISA's finest: Sumter Item names 25 to All-Independent Football Team
The Sumter Item has selected 25 players to its All-Independent Football Team. The team was selected based on nominations from local South Carolina Independent School Association school coaches. Final selections were chosen by The Item sports … more
|
Stash the Trash plans countywide event geared toward students in March
2025 marks a big year for Sumter County's litter initiative "Stash the Trash." As the county takes its usual trash pickups and prepares its educational presentations, this year will also boast the largest event Sumter County's Public Works has ever … more
|
Our motivation this year: You
We made it. We're past the holidays, to the new year and into the height of winter. In this time of resolutions that are often driven by companies and social trends, I think it's important to be intentional about our priorities. It's too easy to … more
|
Column by Wilson Hall Headmaster Brent Kaneft: The disappearance of childhood?
"American culture is hostile to the idea of childhood. But it is a comforting, even exhilarating thought that children are not." - Neil Postman, "The Disappearance of Childhood" "Childhood" is disappearing. "Childhood" is a "social … more
|
Check out the December 2024 / January 2025 issue of The Sumter Item Impact
https://www.theitem.com/stories/the-sumter-item-impact-december-2024-january-2025,423656 How Impact readers can make an impact more
'Supernatural' is in my top 5 TV series
I maintain a solidified belief that rediscovery leads a person to the warm embrace of nostalgia. Recently, during these last few days, memories of my father and I began swirling within my mind. Sharing similar tastes in cinema, television series, … more
|
1 | 2 | 3 Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 90 days.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.
© Copyright 2025 The Sumter Item | Terms of Use / Privacy Policy | Cancellation / Refund Policy
Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions
x