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Bethune native to chat about debut novel at Lee County Library Jan. 20
Lee County Public Library will welcome a fellow South Carolinian to its book-shelved haven to share her passion for victim advocacy, showcased in her debut novel. Helen P. Bradley hails from Bethune but spent all her adult life in Savannah, … more
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Rough weather moves through Sumter, Clarendon, Lee counties
Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties were issued a tornado watch about noon on Tuesday before a line of severe storms moved through, and the area saw heavy rain and wind through the afternoon. A tornado warning in midafternoon affected west central … more
Clarendon, Lee counties announce hires in Elections and Voter Registration Offices
MANNING - The Clarendon County Voter Registration and Elections board voted unanimously on Dec. 19 to appoint Deputy Director Chris Harvin as the CCVRE's interim director. Harvin replaces former director Sharmane Anderson, who accepted the … more
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Tri-county trash collections changed due to holiday
In observance of the Christmas holiday, the City of Sumter will not collect household garbage on Christmas Day. Instead, if you have a Monday collection day, your garbage will be collected on … more
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Lee First Steps gets $200K for early childhood innovation, program expansion
More than $760,000 has been awarded to South Carolina First Steps programs - including Lee County - to expand early childhood programs and services. READY Innovation Grants are designed to "foster new and effective methods for achieving … more
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Director of Lee County Office of Elections and Voter Registration leaving position; office hiring for job
Stan Barnhill is leaving the position of director of the Lee County Office of Elections and Voter Registration after nine years in the post. Deloris LeGrant, chairperson of the Lee County Board of Elections and Voter Registration, announced … more
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Lee County Transit Services director chosen to present at national conference
STAFF REPORT Bettye V. Scott, director of Lee County Transit Services, has been selected as a presenter for the 5th National RTAP Conference on Dec. 3-6 in Myrtle Beach. The National Rural Transportation Association Program based in … more
Lee, Wateree parks offering Halloween events this month for campers, visitors
STAFF REPORTJoin the park rangers at Lee State Park, fellow campers and ghouls and goblins as the park celebrates Halloween with a campsite decorating contest and trick-or-treating. Trick-or-treating … more
Guided tram tour of Lee State Park on Oct. 5 and 6
STAFF REPORT Interested in touring Lee State Park in Bishopville with Park Ranger Laura? Hop aboard an open-air tour vehicle and explore the park along the historic Loop Road and visit historic points of interest while keeping an eye out and … more
Lee County School District wants to 'ignite the passion' in new year
There is one last district in the tri-county to start the new 2023-24 school year, but it couldn't start it off without a huge welcome back for teachers, faculty and staff. "This is an annual event, and we wanted to find a motivational speaker, … more
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Sumter, Lee, Clarendon communities to host back-to-school bashes
Classes are almost back in session. Before students hit the books, communities in Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties are supplying students with essentials to start the school year off right. SUMTER JULY 21 Office Church School Supply & … more
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Wilson named LCHS principal, meet and greet set for Aug. 2
Kevin D. Wilson, who most recently served as assistant principal at Lower Richland High School for 10 years in Hopkins, has been named principal of Lee Central High School, according to a news release from Lee County School District. Wilson, a … more
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Good Samaritans giveaway on Aug. 5 is for all residents in Lee, Clarendon, Sumter
After decades, a nonprofit is holding its annual back-to-school giveaway for Lee County residents and surrounding areas. Good Samaritans for All People is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Lee County that has been running for nearly 30 … more
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4 inmates plead guilty to deadly 2018 Lee Correctional riots
Lawyers and law enforcement officers scattered throughout a courtroom in the Sumter Judicial Center Thursday morning to hear the first pleas of the 40-plus inmates charged in the 2018 Lee … 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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Exotics pet store in Lee County is under scrutiny
Exotic animal lovers in and out of state are urging the public to be wary of a Lee County exotic animal business, given its alleged decades-long history of mistreatment and inadequate care of animals. A news tip received by The Sumter Item … more
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Meet a wildlife rehabilitation specialist and critters at Lee State Park
STAFF REPORT BISHOPVILLE - Want to see animals from the wild up close? Visit Lee State Park for the Critters of the Carolinas Program and meet a wildlife rehabilitation specialist from Black Creek Wildlife Center and some of our state animal … more
'My calling': Lee's youngest mayor takes office
Walking down Bishopville's Main Street, a young man showcases his popularity in the small, rural South Carolina town. Area residents wave as they pass by, and he returns the gesture. At times, drivers pull over along their route to say … more
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4th of July fun happening in Sumter, Clarendon, Lee counties
It's time to pull out your red, white and blue, brush up on your "Star-Spangled Banner" vocals and get in the patriotic spirit as the Fourth of July festivities begin. In the days leading up to July 4, Sumter, Clarendon and Lee counties will throw … more
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Marking 30 years of the S.C. Cotton Museum in Bishopville
PHOTOS PROVIDED More than 100 people attended the 30th anniversary celebration of the South Carolina Cotton Museum on Sunday in Bishopville. The event included the unveiling of new additions and spruced-up versions of original exhibits. Organized … more
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