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Sumter deputies take 1 in custody after high-speed chase in stolen vehicle
A Texas man was taken into custody Tuesday morning in connection to a stolen vehicle out of a county over 80 miles from Sumter. On the morning of Tuesday, June 25, a Sumter County … more
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Ex-Sumter police officer in custody on misconduct in office charge for alleged solicitation, SLED says
 A former Sumter police officer, who spent nearly three years on the force,  is in custody after allegedly committing misconduct in the office for two years. Darren Lee McCain, 30, of … more
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Sumter artist earns national recognition for work in historic preservation through metalworking
Sumter has no shortage of talented artists and craftsmen who devote their lives to their passion. One local artist was recently recognized for his work aiding historic preservation. Phillip Tuggle, a Sumter artist and blacksmith, received the … more
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Sumter officers treat local children with 'Copsicles'
Sumter Police Department officers Sgt. H. Dennis and Lead Cpl. R. Morse handed out cool treats last week in local neighborhoods. "Copsicles" will move around the city throughout the summer. more
Woman's Baptist Educational & Missionary Convention of S.C. donates to United Ministries
From June 10-14, Morris College hosted the Woman's Baptist Educational & Missionary Convention of South Carolina and its 136th annual session. During their time on campus, various churches and associations across the state donated canned goods to … more
Things to do around the Midlands: Spend time with the mysterious Lizard Man, catch a play at Weldon Auditorium and more this weekend in the area
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Why not catch a baseball game this summer and see the hometown team in action? Watch the P-15's on weekdays through … more
New S.C. Department of Public Health announces July 1 launch
COLUMBIA - On July 1, the new South Carolina Department of Public Health will officially begin serving the people of South Carolina. Formed by Act 60, DPH will be the health component of the S.C. Department of Health and … more
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Lemira Elementary School lessons
Last week, the Palmetto Tennis Center gave tennis lessons to Lemira Elementary School students during their summer enrichment camp. more
Bishopville's Lizard Man Stomp festival to return rain or shine on June 29 to celebrate local legend
Are you ready for a stomping good time? The Lizard Man Stomp returns to Bishopville on Saturday, June 29. Only two days stand between you and the annual Lizard Man Stomp. As the folklore goes, The Lizard Man, which stands at a whopping 8 feet … more
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Mayesville's Massingill will feature alongside award-winning actors in 'The Waterboyz'
Another film is in the books for Mayesville's Rakeem Massingill, and it is expected to release this month. Massingill, a proud Mayesville native, wrapped up filming for the Atlanta-based film "The Waterboyz." According to IMDb, the film, written … more
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SAFE Federal Credit Union awards more than $27K in scholarships to high school seniors
Eleven budding college freshmen are sharing more than $27,000 in scholarship awards from SAFE Federal Credit Union. SAFE honored the high school seniors at a recent reception hosted at its Sumter headquarters. The students were … more
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Clarendon County Fire Rescue recognized for 5th-straight year as a Fire Safe S.C. Community
MANNING - The Fire Safe South Carolina Community Risk Reduction Program was implemented in 2019, and each year beginning in 2019, Clarendon County Fire Rescue has received the designation as a Fire Safe S.C. Community. While the Fire Safe S.C. … more
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New 20th Fighter Wing commander wants airmen to feel welcomed in Sumter as part of community
Col. Kevin D. Hicok, the new 20th Fighter Wing commander as of June, said his oldest son is a stoic guy. This stoic guy, at 12 years old, has moved around a lot in his life, but when his parents asked him how he would feel about sticking around … more
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Sumter City Council votes to approve $1.2M for wastewater treatment plant upgrades
During the Tuesday, June 18, Sumter City Council meeting, council unanimously approved a resolution essential to improvements to the Pocotaligo Wastewater Treatment Plant Bio Solids Drying Plant. This resolution is for $1,200,000 for the … more
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UPDATE: Sumter deputies take man considered armed and dangerous into custody
Sumter deputies are searching for a man considered to be armed and dangerous as of Wednesday morning, June 26. Sumter County Sheriff's Office has issued warrants for the arrest of 36-year-old … more
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DHEC shares safety tips as bat activity increases during pup season
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control rabies prevention team is encouraging residents and visitors to learn some basic safety information about bats … more
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Sumter Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting involving Highway Patrol Trooper, dog on Sunday
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office investigated a shooting involving a South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper and a dog. At around 11 a.m. on June 23, 2024, a deputy responded to a Wedgefield … more
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Sumter woman dies in head-on wreck along McCrays Mill Road
Sumter County Coroner’s Office released the name of the individual involved in a wreck on Sunday, June 23. At around 1 p.m., a wreck occurred on McCrays Mill Road and Capri Drive. … more
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S.C. Housing warns of fraudulent claims regarding Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist
COLUMBIA — S.C. Housing is alerting vulnerable South Carolina households to a false online claim that S.C. Housing’s Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Program waitlist is opening. The … more
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REACH-ing for the stars in the fine arts in Sumter School District
Sumter School District held its annual REACH Summer Arts Showcase on Wednesday night at Sumter High School. The REACH summer program is for students in grades 3 through 11 who have been identified as gifted in the arts, including visual arts, music … more
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