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Pediatricians urge autism screening by 2
CHICAGO – The country's leading pediatricians group is making its strongest push yet to have all children screened for autism twice by age 2, warning of symptoms such as babies who don't babble at 9 months and 1-year-olds who don't point to … more
Holliday-Commander
William and LouElla Holliday of Sumter announce the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Carolyn D. Holliday of Sumter, to Kevin L. Commander of Bishopville, son of Robert and Thelma Commander of Bishopville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of … more
JACKSON T. BARNES
Timmy and Brenda Barnes of Sumter announce the birth of a son, Jackson Timothy Barnes, on Aug. 5, 2007, at Kershaw County Medical Center. Jackson weighed 7 pounds and 15 ounces. He was 20 ½ inches long. Grandparents are Jack and Catherine … more
Piano4's 8 hands make for fascinating evening of music
If two heads are better than one, then four heads and eight hands should prove fascinating. Tuesday's Sumter-Shaw Community Concert Association opening program, Piano4, started the 61st season with a lively evening of classical and semiclassical … 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. Thursday, Nov. 8, infant / child CPR; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m Saturday, Nov. 10, CPRO / AED; 6-10 p.m. Thursday, … more
Sumter House of Comedy begins year-round schedule
The first six months of Sumter's House of Comedy have been so well received, the city has made the series permanent. November begins the regular yearlong schedule for the event, which will be presented on the first Friday of each month. "The … more
Giving more than thanks
For years, the Today's Ladies Club has been providing a Thanksgiving dinner, fellowship and the knowledge that the Sumter community cares to thousands of local people. Last year, they fed about 1,000 people, one of the largest groups they've … more
Sumter WineFest calls for art competition entries
Sumter WineFest 2008 doesn't begin until January, but the event committee is already seeking artwork for the event. Sponsored by Sumter Senior Services, Inc., the artwork selected through the WineFest competition will be the focal point for the … more
Accessibility examines ecosystem
Sumter's Accessibility2007 is redefining "The 3 Rs," at least for its focus on "thinking green." Recycle, Reuse and Repurpose, along with the ever important universal fourth R — respond responsibly — have set the stage for work with students in … more
Out & About
Piano4 starts the Sumter-Shaw Community Concert Association's 61st season tonight at 7:30 at Patriot Hall. Four grand pianos on the stage at one time, played by four virtuoso pianists is an experience no music lover will want to miss. You can get an … more
MRSA Facts
Staphylococcus aureus, often referred to simply as "staph," are bacteria commonly carried on the skin or in the nose of healthy people. Staph bacteria are one of the most common causes of skin infections in the United States. Most are minor (pimples … more
Timmonsville native wins Perry Award for book on James Gang
SANTA FE, N.M. — Timmonsville native Johnny D. Boggs has received the Milton F. Perry Award for Best Book from the national James-Younger Gang for his novel "Northfield." Since 1993, the nonprofit organization of writers, historians and family … more
No local outbreaks of MRSA
A "fair number" of concerned parents have called the Sumter County Health Department in recent weeks, worried about the drug-resistant strain of staph infection that claimed the lives of students in Virginia and New Hampshire. The so-called … more
Lee field gets new scoreboard
BISHOPVILLE – The Lee County Council recognized Allied Waste Co. officials at a recent council meeting of its contributions to the Parks and Recreation Department. Lee Postal of Allied Waste and Lee County Landfill General Manager Tim Loveland … more
'Amazing Grace' balances religious, secular themes in Ga. exhibit
ATHENS, Ga. – Stepping into "Amazing Grace: Self-Taught Artists From the Mullis Collection," a visitor is greeted by a vivid oil painting rife with the visionary, spiritual themes that the exhibition's name suggests. In "Ezekiel Visions 2 … more
Some of Stephen King's favorites
"Dracula" by Bram Stoker "Something Wicked This Way Comes" by Ray Bradbury "Psycho," Robert Bloch "Someone Like You," Roald Dahl "The Body Snatchers," Jack Finney "Lord of the Flies," William Golding "The Lathe of Heaven," Ursula … more
Jumper-Simmons
STATEBURG — Amanda Kay Jumper and Jeffery Olan Simmons were united in marriage at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at Sans Souci Farm. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tony Jumper of Sumter, and the granddaughter of Faye Stalvey and the late … more
Read anything scary lately?
The work of horror really is a dance — a moving, rhythmic search. And what it's looking for is the place where you ... the reader, live at your most primitive level. The work of horror is not interested in the civilized furniture of our … more
Club Digest
The association met on Friday, Sept. 28, at the Alice Boyle Garden Center. President Troy Rogers presided. Guest speaker for the afternoon was Sumter High School history teacher, Sammy Way. He presented an inspiring and informative talk on the … more
Hospitals see shift in type of MRSA
When talking about Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, it's important to note there are two different types: hospital-acquired MRSA and community-acquired MRSA. About 85 percent of all invasive MRSA infections are associated … more
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