Business
Fiberboard manufacturer to bring 300 jobs to Clarendon County

Clarendon County has landed possibly its largest economic development announcement ever with a leading European wood paneling maker’s decision to invest $250 million in a new facility and …

Fire blazing at BJ's Wholesale construction site in Sumter   Sumter Fire Department and Sumter Police Department crews are on the scene of a fire at the BJ’s Wholesale Club construction site, just days after officials celebrated the …
Sumter PetSmart now open with grand opening to come Saturday Sumter's PetSmart is officially open with a grand opening celebration to come this Saturday, May 10. Though the store had a soft opening on Monday, May 5, the pet store's grand opening event will be when the store holds its ribbon cutting. There …
Advanced technology jobs available in utilities field About 250 Sumter High School students attended a career outreach by Jet-Vac Equipment Company recently at the school. A utilities vendor, Jet-Vac sells equipment to utility contractors and municipalities that use it, according to company product …
Jay Davis named to Elite 'Top Two' producers within Coldwell Banker Commercial; Jack Osteen named to Bronze Circle of Distinction Jay Davis of Coldwell Banker Commercial Cornerstone has earned a spot in the Elite "Top Two" within Coldwell Banker Commercial (CBC) for 2024. The "Top Two" designation is reserved for the elite top two percent of producers from among …
Education
2 Sumter Career and Technology Center students recognized

This year, Sumter Career and Technology Center proudly recognized not one but two Outstanding Students for their excellence, dedication and achievements. Paris Cotton is an aerospace engineering senior at Lakewood High School with a …

Atop the Class of 2025: Sumter’s public school valedictorians come from different backgrounds, but parental influence is common ground Sumter School District's three valedictorians are the first in recent years to have a fully normal high school experience without the effects of a pandemic, and all consider their parents their biggest influencers in life. The top seniors from …
Sumter School District to ask for 3 mills Tuesday, chairmen say Sumter School District administration will ask Sumter County Council for a three-mill increase Tuesday when it presents its Fiscal Year 2026 budget to the body, and it appears council members will agree to the measure. The initiative would add a …
Crestwood High School stadium project update, 2026 budget before school board A full discussion on remaining work necessary for the Crestwood High School football stadium/athletic complex project and an updated presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget will be before Sumter school board on Monday. Another project update …
Crestwood project, next year's budget before board's Finance Committee on Wednesday night Updates on the Crestwood High School football stadium/athletic complex and the Fiscal Year 2026 budget will be before Sumter school board's Finance Committee on Wednesday night. An update on the Mayewood Middle School concessions stand/bathrooms …
Government
Connect 378 Project's feasibility stage complete

At its last meeting on Tuesday, June 3, Sumter City Council approved a resolution that would support the county's application for assistance in funding a project which would make safer one of South Carolina's stretches of road with the highest …

Sumter County budget workshop to take place before final reading on June 10 On Tuesday, June 10, at 5:30 p.m., Sumter County Council will hold a budget workshop where they will continue discussing the 2025-2026 budget prior to its third and final reading. The meeting …
Summer Youth Employment crew gets $10K for more supplies to help make Sumter beautiful On World Environment Day, Thursday, June 5, PalmettoPride, South Carolina's statewide anti-litter program, surprised the Summer Youth Employment program with a $10,000 check. The program crew picks up litter across Sumter each Thursday with the …
Clarendon News

Safety notice from Manning police chief

As our town continues to grow and improve, you may have noticed ongoing construction and work zones throughout the area. The projects are essential for enhancing our roads, utilities and over infrastructure. However, work zones also present unique …

Public Record
Meetings
Around town: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

To correct any information or to make a submission to Around Town, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Around Town in subject line. Rembert Youth Center Summer Camp runs through July 18 for children ages 5 to 13. The camp includes interactive …

Public agenda: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 GREATER SUMTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Wednesday, June 11, at noon, chamber office SUMTER COUNTY VOTER REGISTRATION / ELECTION COMMISSION Thursday, June 12, at 5:30 p.m., registration / election office, 129 E. Liberty …
Around town: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
To correct any information or to make a submission to Around Town, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Around Town in subject line. Rembert Youth Center Summer Camp runs through July 18 for children ages 5 to 13. The camp includes interactive …
Public Agenda: June 7, 2025

SUMTER SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES Monday, June 9, 6 p.m., 1345 Wilson Hall Road CLARENDON COUNTY COUNCIL Monday, June 9, at 6 p.m., Administration Building, Council Chambers, 411 Sunset Drive, Manning CITY OF MANNING PLANNING …

Public agenda: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

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Pets

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Daisy is a friendly, cuddly hound puppy

My name is Daisy, and I am a 10-week-old, tan-and-white, female hound and pit mix. I have a sister here with me named Foxy. I am very observant; I love watch what you're doing at all times. I'm …

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Zoey loves to play with cat toys

My name is Zoey, and I am a 1-year-old, gray-and-white, female American shorthair tabby. I am good with kids, other cats, and I am housebroken. The most important thing you should know about me is …

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