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A brief history of Tuomey Hospital School of Nursing
The Sumter Training School for Nurses was chartered on Jan. 23, 1901. The training of nurses, however, preceded the chartered institution in two small private hospitals. The Baker-Dick Infirmary, founded about 1894 by Dr. S.C. Baker and Dr. A.C. … more
Olivia Grace Nelson
Mr. and Mrs. Fremont Nelson of Columbia announce the birth of a daughter, Olivia Grace Nelson, on Sept. 12, 2008, at Palmetto Health Baptist, Columbia. Olivia weighed 7 pounds and 10 ounces. She was 20 ¾ inches long. Grandparents are James … more
'Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp'
The king is bored and demands to be entertained by a courtesan, Scheherezerade. It might not be such a difficult task for the woman who is a good storyteller, but there's a catch that makes it difficult — she'll be banished if the king doesn't … more
It’s easy to find things to do in Sumter
It was a busy weekend in Sumter, even with the dreary weather. Friday’s film at the Sumter Opera House got the break from the work week off to a great start with the screening of one of the best films ever made, “Casablanca.” When the … more
Smith-Johnson
Dr. and Mrs. George Murrell Smith of Sumter announce the engagement of their daughter, Martha Jo Smith of Greenville, to Steven Barry Johnson of Greenville, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Joe Johnson of Spartanburg. The bride-elect is the … more
Davis-Hodge
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Davis III of Sumter announce the engagement of their daughter, Hilary Lynn Davis of Sumter, to James "Jay" Allard Hodge of Sumter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Williams of Gaston and Stanley Hodge of Sumter. The bride-elect is the … more
Dinkins-Brown
Meta Loretto Dinkins of Columbia and Steven Eugene Brown of Lillington, N.C., were united in marriage at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at First Baptist Church, Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Lillington Dinkins Sr. of … more
Moses-Zitzke
Caroline Phillips Moses of Sumter and Dr. Ryan Corbin Zitzke of Simpsonville were united in marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Henry Phillips Moses of … more
Jones-Catledge
LEXINGTON — Charlotte Ann Jones and John Thomas Catledge were united in marriage at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, at Oakwood Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas L. Jones of Waxahachie, Texas, and the … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, infant / child CPR; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, adult CPR; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. … more
Kolb-Pittman
Sally Skardon Kolb and Zachary Brooks Pittman were united in marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, at the Church of the Holy Comforter, Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Stackhouse Kolb Jr. of Sumter, and the … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, first aid; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, infant / child CPR; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, … more
Walk and remember
Yoland Jernigan marked her 93rd birthday yesterday. It was her 18th since being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. She is an exception — life expectancy after diagnosis averages three to nine years. Yoland's daughter and primary caregiver, … more
In U.K. or U.S., a reporter’s job is still the same
A newspaper is a newspaper is a newspaper. Well, for the most part. Despite being separated by an ocean, a bit of a language barrier at times and a handful of different customs, I’m finding the English and Americans both like their daily dose … more
‘Nutcracker’ auditions to be held Sunday
“The Nutcracker,” set to the music of Tchaikovsky, is a Christmas classic based on “The Nutcracker and the King of Mice,” one of the fantastical tales by German writer E.T.A. Hoffman. For many years now, the Columbia City Ballet has brought … more
Fair starts tonight; Bluegrass ends
If you're reading this before 6 p.m., you've got until then to make it to the official opening of the Sumter County Fair. All the exhibits will be open until 10 p.m., and the midway, with its rides, games and attractions, doesn't close until … more
FAIR SCHEDULE
Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday are Item Days. With a coupon from The Item, get a hand stamp to ride all day Wednesday and Thursday and until 6 p.m. Saturday for $18. On Saturday, hand stamps must be purchased before 4 p.m. TUESDAY 6 p.m. — … more
Around Town
Register now for upcoming American Red Cross classes at 1155 N. Guignard Drive, Suite 2. Call (803) 775-2363. Classes will be held: 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, first aid; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, infant / child CPR; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, … more
Let's go to the fair!
The fresh autumn air with its slight chill is just right for carrying the aroma of Italian sausage sandwiches, Potato House fries, cotton candy, elephant ears and more from the Sumter County Fairgrounds across the city. Soon the flashing lights on … more
Visit across ‘the pond’ inspires writer’s awe
As a part of the Rotary Group Study Exchange with which I’m participating, I’ve been across the pond for a week, and I’ve already toured a 13th-century cathedral, visited a part-time home of Queen Elizabeth I and stood in the center of a … more
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