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Henry DuRant Chapter DAR patriot marker dedication ceremony held Nov. 10
LEE COUNTY - On a perfect Sunday afternoon in November, members of the Henry DuRant Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted a marker dedication ceremony for the American patriot their DAR chapter is named for. The marker, which … more
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Sumter, Lee support Harris
Sumter County voted blue on the presidential ballot for the 2024 general election and was more split on the congressional and state level. With a 74.1% turnout, 51.85% of Sumter voters who filled in the presidential race supported Kamala Harris, … more
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Former Lee CI Capt. Johnson honored by Speaker Smith, Director Stirling as new legislation bears his name
Service doesn't always end when the uniform is hung up at the end of the day. For former Lee Correctional Institution Capt. Robert Johnson, his dedication to public safety and service extends beyond the prison walls, past his retirement and well … more
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Democrat Graham wins S.C. Senate 35 seat to succeed McElveen
According to unofficial tallies, Democrat Jeffrey Graham has secured the position of state senator for District 35 after all precincts were reported Wednesday afternoon. The district covers … more
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Sumter early voting sees more than 10K ballots in first 5 days at 4 locations
Early voting began Oct. 21, and Sumterites have made their presence known at the polls. According to Voter Registration and Elections Director Patricia Jefferson, early voting sites have seen more than 2,000 voters a day, and by Friday, Oct. 25, … more
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Gov. McMaster signs prison cellphone ban named after former Lee Correctional Capt. Robert Johnson
Fourteen years after a bullet nearly killed a former Lee Correctional captain, a new law banning the devices that orchestrated it has been signed. Gov. Henry McMaster and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette … more
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Election 2024: Unopposed candidates in Sumter, Clarendon, Lee counties
Here is a list of candidates in Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties that you may see on your ballot who are not running against someone in another party. Every race has the option for write-in … more
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Election 2024: South Carolina voter FAQ
When do I need to register to vote? The deadline to register to vote in any election in South Carolina is normally 30 days prior to Election Day, but the deadline was extended by 10 days due to … more
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Helene's South Carolina death toll now 22
Hurricane Helene is now officially responsible for 22 deaths in South Carolina, though none have been reported in The Sumter Item ’s tri-county of Sumter, Clarendon and Lee. S.C. … more
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1-vehicle collision results in fatal in Lee County
An early morning one-vehicle collision ended in a fatality in Lee County. According to Master Trooper William H. Bennett with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, a 2019 Tesla sedan was traveling west … more
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Jury convicts Lee Correctional rioter Stephen Green of murder, conspiracy in 2nd trial for deadly 2018 inmate riot
After four days of testimony and evidence presentation, a jury found the second inmate to appear on trial for his involvement in the deadliest prison riot in South Carolina in over 25 years guilty of … more
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LIVE UPDATES: Prosecution rests its case on Day 4 of 2nd 2018 Lee CI riots trial
LEE COUNTY, S.C. --- Two witnesses took the stand before the prosecution rested its case the morning of Day 3 for the second 2018 Lee Correctional Institution trial.  Stephen Green is on … more
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LIVE UPDATES: Day 3 of 2nd 2018 Lee CI riots trial underway in Bishopville
Editor's note: This is an ongoing trial, and updates will be posted as they become available. LEE COUNTY, S.C. ---    Day 2 for the second trial in the 2018 Lee CI riots case are … more
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LIVE UPDATES: Opening arguments begin Day 2 of 2nd trial for 2018 Lee CI riot case
Editor's note: This is an ongoing trial, and updates will be posted as they become available. Opening arguments for the 2nd trial  of 2018 Lee Correctional Institution begin Tuesday … more
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Coca-Cola Consolidated announces new partnership with Lee County School District
BISHOPVILLE - Thanks to a new partnership between Coca-Cola Consolidated and Lee County School District, students and staff in Lee County School District's six schools can now enjoy products by the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the … more
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DPH to kick off Child Passenger Safety Week with car seat check events in local area
COLUMBIA - In observance of Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 15-21, the South Carolina Department of Public Health is emphasizing the critical importance of proper car seat use and hosting a series of car seat checks, including one in Bishopville … more
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