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Recycled word
As Sumter's annual installation art exhibition heads toward its early fall opening, organizers are adding a poetry competition and film to the visual arts show. The theme for both competitions is in line with that of the 10-year-old Sumter … more
Guidelines for Recycled Words competition
1. All submissions must include a three-poem collection of original work. 2. Submitted poems should not exceed 30 lines. 3. All poems must be nature based. 4. Two poems can be of the author's choice following any form: free verse, sonnet, … more
Forget the heat
The city of Sumter invites music lovers to forget the heat for a while with the cool beach sounds of one of the most celebrated variety bands in the Southeast. The Holiday Band has performed up and down the coast, from Lincoln Center in New York … more
Out & About
If there are any young readers who haven't signed up for the Sumter County Library's Summer Reading Program, Get A Clue, it's still not too late. Wednesday looks like a good day to begin participating, too, because the main library will have a … more
Florida's alligator wrestlers becoming endangered species
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Wanted: Thrill-seeking animal lovers with cool heads and quick reflexes. Must have finesse, agility and high tolerance for pain. Apply at wildlife parks across Florida, where the alligator wrestler is quickly … 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, July 12, infant / child CPR, $52; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, July 14, CPRO / AED (required for … more
Get calcium from food, study says
ST. LOUIS – Most women know that calcium is critical in preventing osteoporosis, the disease of progressive bone loss and fractures that affects millions of Americans. But which source is better – calcium-rich foods or supplements? A … more
The LONG LENS of WAR
Heyward Crowson, beloved Item photographer, recorded this community's history for decades — capturing the joys and sorrows, the spectacular and the mundane, the beautiful and the dramatic moments that shaped our readers' lives. But for two years … more
Johnson-Sauer
GREENSBORO, Ga. — April Marie Johnson and Daniel Paul Sauer were united in marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 7, 2007, at Lakeside Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of James Moscoe Johnson Jr. and Debra Madray Johnson of Greensboro, Ga., … more
Cox-Cook
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Abigail Montgomery Cox and Richard Matthew Cook were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 23, 2007, at Independent Presbyterian Church. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Steven Timothy Cox and the late Mr. Cox of … more
Bradley-Harley
KELLER, Texas — Brittany Elizabeth Bradley and James Rollin "Jay" Harley Jr. were united in marriage at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 7, 2007, at First United Methodist Church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Bradley of North Richland … more
Cypress 'bottle tree' a symbol of hope for New Orleans couple
NEW ORLEANS – Living in a federally supplied trailer by their fouled house, a couple whose housecleaning company was among Hurricane Katrina's victims has turned a dying tree in their front yard into a glinting symbol of hope. The cypress, decked … more
Oh, I wish I were a Clemson orange aphid
While visiting the Butterfly Garden at Swan Lake-Iris Gardens I noticed that the milkweed plants, the larval food for Monarch butterflies, were also acting as hosts for thousands of aphids. When I say thousands, I am not exaggerating. Aphids have a … more
MR. and MRS. JOSEPH COLCLOUGH SR.
50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Colclough Sr. of Sumter celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 8, 2007, at Carolina Skies Club, Shaw Air Force Base. A reception was given in their by their four children and their spouses: … more
Happy flowers
They are "up in the mornin', out on the job" every day, as Frankie Laine sang back in the '40s. And they have long days! In addition to their regular full-time jobs, the Newman family — they requested their full names not be used — cultivate … more
He's a clown ...
Even if they were allowed in, chances are you'd not want to bring your kids to see the Disgruntled Clown at the Sumter Opera House. Apparently his aversion to kids — and theirs to him — has resulted in his being banned from children's parties in … more
Where did all the people go?
COLUMBIA — A comet theory put forth by a group of 25 geo-scientists suggests that a massive comet exploded over Canada, possibly wiping out both beast and man around 12,900 years ago, and pushing the earth into another ice age. University of South … more
Out & About
The Sumter County Library starts its "Hot Nights with Cool Movies" tonight with the 5:30 p.m. screening of "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon," starring John Wayne. Admission is free. The films will continue on Tuesdays through the long, hot summer (no, … more
Smalls-Ball
ST. HELENA ISLAND — Pamela LaShanda Smalls and Quinten Wilnell Ball were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2, 2007, at Bethesda Christian Fellowship. The bride is the daughter of Doris B. Smalls and James J. Smalls, and the … more
Fleming-Mathis
Charles J. Fleming Jr. of Belton announces the engagement of his daughter, Kristie L. Fleming of Charleston, formerly of Anderson, to Mason Reese "Chip" Mathis III of Charleston, formerly of Bishopville, son of Reese and Janie Mathis of … more
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