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Movies with Isaiah: 'Talk to Me' is without a doubt a must-see
Every so often there are cinematic releases prompting the viewer to enter the theater with the lowest of expectations. The trailer for "Talk to Me" brought that very reaction of not expecting anything other than the standard jump-scare affair, … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Oppenheimer' is haunting, outstanding movie based on man behind atomic bomb
Visionary director Christopher Nolan arrived onto the scene as an unknown in the world of cinema with small and modestly successful films. It was not until he began his take on the "Batman" mythology with his Dark Knight trilogy offerings that he … more
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Palmetto Voices returns to Sumter Opera House for annual concert on July 29
Nearly a year has passed since the Palmetto Voices Spiritual Ensemble returned to a Sumter stage. The ensemble spent more than two years departed from its hometown as March 13, 2020, was the last time it took the stage because of COVID-19. That … more
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Lee native to debut gospel stage play at Sumter's Patriot Hall on Saturday
From writing monologues to full-length plays, a Bishopville woman spent more than a decade perfecting and sharing her craft of writing with the community. Now, she will do it again - on a much larger stage - this Saturday. Jennifer Johnson Cook … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Friday the 13th' stands the test of time, check it out as part of Flashback Cinema
On July 23 and July 26, the Beacon Stadium Cinemas 12 - as part of the continuing Flashback Cinema - will feature a horror classic from 1980. Before I venture into the details of this film, I figured I would provide some interesting facts before the … more
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Sumter County Museum's 'Meet the Author' series continues with 2 free events in July
Sumter County Museum will host two free book talks and receptions in July as part of its Meet the Author series. Former Sumterite Glen Browder will speak on Tuesday, July 18, at 6 p.m. in the museum's McKenzie Hall about his late wife, Rebecca … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Sound of Freedom' has disturbing topic but deserves success
Angel Productions has made an impact in releasing films intentionally venturing away from the normalized formulaic storytelling. Its sole concept is providing authentic, inspiring, realistic-driven stories that have a way of opening the mind, heart … more
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2023 Sumter Artists' Guild Show shines, continues through Aug. 25
Sumter may be a small town, but when it comes to art, the current Sumter Artists' Guild Show proves its artists can hold their own. Like a diamond, the show possesses the three Cs: color, creativity and contrast. If you are not sure what artistic … more
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Movies with Isaiah: Raunchy romantic comedy returns in 'No Hard Feelings'
Great comedy has suffered in an extraordinary fashion within recent years. Looking back on the genre, there was a period when nothing was off limits when providing laughs. These days directors, writers, producers and even prominent comedians find … more
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S.C. Cotton Museum to celebrate 30 years in Bishopville on Sunday with open house
South Carolina residents are invited to visit Bishopville this weekend to not only search for the legendary Lizard Man, but also to celebrate three decades of the museum dedicated to the cotton flower's history. On Sunday, June 25, the … more
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Sumterites invited to signing for Felder's book about late Sen. McKinley Washington Jr.
Sumterites and Mayesville residents, get your reading glasses because a book signing for a work about a late senator who was born and raised in Oswego is coming to the area. Many know the late Sen. McKinley Washington Jr. as a civil rights … more
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Movies with Isaiah Ridley: 'The Flash' gets an 8 out of 10
It hasn't been a secret that the production of "The Flash" has experienced a significant number of delays involving reshoots, rewrites and the precarious situation that actor Ezra Miller has found himself involved in. Essentially this film was … more
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Sumter Artists' Guild Exhibition returns to gallery June 22-Aug. 25
The most popular and well-loved exhibition returns to the Sumter County Gallery of Art next week. From June 22 to Aug. 25, the annual Sumter Artists' Guild Exhibition will adorn the walls of the local gallery. Artwork from Sumter's most … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' is an epic, fun movie
There's no denying the Transformers cinematic franchise has experienced significant highs and lows throughout the years. Michael Bay's first three films are among guilty pleasures, particularly with how he utilized innovative technology, visual … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' is perfect
The sole purpose for the review of this film is to remain as vague as possible with my analysis. "Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse" follows the surprise success of the critically acclaimed and Academy Award-winning "Spider-Man: Into the … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Purple Rain' is a cinematic, musical classic
The '80s was an interesting period that ushered in myriad eclectic forms of entertainment related to fashion, product placement, films, TV series and more importantly the artistic medium of music. Our most prominent artists who solidified the … more
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Music returns to downtown Sumter with 1st of many Fourth Fridays Concert Series
Soulful sounds filled the air of downtown Sumter thanks to Level 10 Live Band & Show kicking off the first of many Fourth Fridays Concert Series on Friday. In a new location, lawn chairs were spread across the old Sumter County Courthouse grounds … more
Sumter youth share words of wisdom in theater's 'The Phantom Tollbooth'
Lessons are meant to be learned. Laughter is meant to be shared. Viewers can experience both at the Sumter Little Theatre's last show of the season. The young actors from SLT's Young Scenemakers program closed out the theater's season with "The … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Fast X' is fun all around
Most cinematic franchises rarely reach 10 installments without having a passionate and loyal audience of some sort. There are certain anomalies, for example horror icons such as Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers and Pinhead, that have … more
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Mayesville native makes it to the big screen, reveals upcoming projects
You may see a local face on the big screen on your next visit to the movies. Mayesville native Rakeem Massingill walked into an audition hoping to score a role as a background actor in the film "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." Once on set, … more
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