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DAY 24
Another extremely busy week! I went to Curves for the first time on Tuesday night, thanks to the generous free membership that the club gave me, as a reward for my progress. I haven't worked out at a gym in years, so I was a little nervous. The … more
The Last Word In Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keeping things to yourself will give you greater leverage when you want to negotiate personally or professionally. Communicating with people who have common interests will lead to advancement but is likely to create … more
Celebrate local food
It's officially National Farmers Market Week and Farmers Market Month in South Carolina, so what better way to celebrate the event than by shopping at the Sumter Farmers Market? Many Sumterites have been visiting the market since it opened for the … more
Around Town
The American Red Cross will hold open blood drives as follows: noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Cici's Pizza, 1338 Broad St.; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, Sumter Mall, 1057 Broad St.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, Tuomey Regional Medical Center, … more
Arts organizations looking for new members
Summer programs are winding down, and the summer sports tournaments are upon us -- and doing quite well, according to The Item's sportswriters. You can hardly go to a restaurant on the west side without encountering both players and fans from the … more
The Last Word In Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't let someone else's interpretation of a situation lead you in the wrong direction. Make your own decisions. Problems can quickly develop into something unmanageable if you're too busy taking care of personal … more
Around Town
The American Red Cross will hold open blood drives as follows: noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, Cici's Pizza, 1338 Broad St.; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, Sumter Mall, 1057 Broad St.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, Tuomey Regional Medical Center, … more
The Last Word In Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a lead position and do something nice for someone. Your kindness will rub off and positive action will bring great results. Don't let someone you love stifle your feel-good attitude. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): … more
DAY 13
I felt very faint and weak this weekend. I will have to talk to my trainer on Monday about this. Maybe I'm not eating enough of the right foods? The first time this happened, she made me realize that I wasn’t eating all of my calories. If I … more
Get your hot tickets now
At the end of the 2008-09 season, the Sumter-Shaw Community Concert Association worried the economy might preclude a 2009-2010 season. Happily, according to outgoing president Betsy Ridgeway, support from local music and theater lovers has remained … more
Hutson-Ford
Mr. and Mrs. Grant Gibbons announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Nicole Hutson, to Christopher Karl Ford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Karl Ford, all of Sumter. The bride-elect is also the daughter of Drake Hutson, and the granddaughter … more
DAY 12
Weigh-in day. I'm really nervous about weighing, because I haven't exercised at all this week. Things have just been way too hectic. And, just as I thought, I didn't lose as much as I wanted to. This week, I only lost 3.5 pounds. This puts me at … more
The Last Word In Astrology
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your inspiring positive attitude will win you points. Time spent looking your best will pay off. Your increased confidence and drive will lead you to make the reforms necessary to ensure success as a leader. TAURUS … more
Paradise awaits paddlers at Sparkleberry Swamp
Paradise. That's the word repeatedly surfacing as I began researching information about kayaking in Sparkleberry Swamp. My interest in Sparkleberry was whetted when Sumter County Active Lifestyles (SCAL) received a trip report from Raymond … more
121 pieces in Guild show are 'easy, relaxed collection'
A good way to beat the summer heat is to visit the current Sumter Gallery of Art's Sumter Artists' Guild Show. Colorful and comfortable, the 121 pieces provide an easy, relaxed collection from local artists (professional and amateur)— nothing … more
Mystery plant is more modest orchid species of orchids
COLUMBIA — The showiest, most flamboyant flowers? Some will insist that they are the various orchid species. The orchid family truly is a giant group, easily the largest plant family in the world, in terms of number of different species. … more
Broadway-Walker
Joni Melissa Broadway and Matthew William Walker were united in marriage at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at New Salem Baptist Church, Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin L. Broadway, and the granddaughter of the late Luther … more
Snow-Hudson
Mark and Harriet Snow of Hilliard, Ohio, announce the engagement of their daughter, Hanna Marie Snow of Nashville, Tenn., formerly of Hilliard, to James William Hudson III of Nashville, Tenn., formerly of Sumter, son of Billy and Norma Hudson of … more
'Poet of Tolstoy Park' is a wanderer
The Poet of Tolstoy Park by Sonny Brewer In 1910 at the age of 82, Leo Tolstoy left his home in the middle of winter to become a wandering ascetic. The author's spiritual journey had led him towards renunciation of all his wealth and possessions. … more
Buckner-Veres
WEST COLUMBIA — Brenna Nicole Buckner and Joshua Bela Veres were united in marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2009, at Springdale Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of Ms. Carolyn Buckner and the late Gary Buckner, and the … more
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