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As book wins acclaim, secret of novelist's identity broken
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. – Joe Hill knew it was only a matter of time before one of the publishing industry's hottest little secrets became common knowledge. He just wished he could have kept it under wraps a bit longer. But when Hill's fantasy-tinged … more
Out & About
If you watch the weather report on TV, you may have heard some of the forecasters announce that spring begins on Wednesday. That is even written on some calendars. The Old Farmer's Almanac and its calendar, however, have the vernal equinox as … more
ART in DEATH
Most people don't see past the polished suit and comforting demeanor. They don't notice the hours of intricate detailing, don't think about the use of chemicals, putties and makeup. Or the wake-up calls in the middle of the night, asking for … 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: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 24, babysitting class, $10; 6-10 p.m. Tuesday, March 27, pet first aid class, $25; and … more
Big Read continues with programs based on Bradbury's 'Fahrenheit 451'
The Sumter community's Big Read, sponsored by the Sumter County Public Library, continues with several activities scheduled. Copies of Ray Bradbury's novel "Fahrenheit 451" are available at all branches of the library at no charge to anyone who … more
Coker-Lavender
Gail Nichols Coker of Sumter announces the engagement of her daughter, Kerri Nichols Coker of Sumter, to Edward Carlisle Lavender III of New Zion, son of the Rev. and Mrs. Edward Carlisle Lavender Jr. of New Zion. The bride-elect is also the … more
Organ recital Sunday at Holy Comforter
Master organist Martin Boehling will present an organ recital at 4 p.m. today at the Church of the Holy Comforter on Main and Calhoun streets. He will perform on the church's "Mighty Schantz" pipe organ. Boehling began his musical studies at the … more
Lee-McFaddin
Mr. and Mrs. Cary Michael Lee Sr. announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Michelle Lee, to George Weston McFaddin, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Hugh McFaddin Jr., all of Manning. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. … more
Mooneyham-Parrott
Johnny and Joan Lyons of Manning and Ray and Pam Mooneyham of Sumter announce the engagement of their daughter, Judith McKenzee Mooneyham of Sumter, to Mathew Ryan Parrott of Sumter, son of James and Annette Parrott of Sumter. The bride-elect is … more
Blackmon-Hatcher
COLUMBIA — Stephanie Marie Hatcher and Richard Anthony Blackmon Jr. were united in marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007, at the Jasmine House. The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Donald James Hatcher of Sumter, and the granddaughter … more
Keels-Newman
Thomas DuRant Keels Jr. of Summerton and Mr. and Mrs. David Lee Becker II of Greenville announce the engagement of their daughter, Casey Keels of Sumter, to Jason Newman of Sumter, son of Claude B. Newman and the late Mrs. Helen Newman of … more
Lincoln High's history covered nearly a century
EDITOR'S NOTE: While the basic history of Lincoln High School is known, the Lincoln High School Alumni Association hopes to fill in the gaps of the many social, cultural, political, educational and personal successes of the school's alumni, … more
Legacy Keepers
After almost 100 years of exceptional service to Sumter's young black American students, Lincoln High School closed in 1969. That fact does not diminish its importance to the hundreds who attended the institution that still stands on Council Street, … more
Burr-Lea
Jessica Lauren Burr and James Reece Lea III were united in marriage at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007, at Alice Drive Baptist Church in Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wayne Burr, and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. … more
Coker-Hodge
W.J. and Christine Coker, along with Joyce H. Hodge and Charles L. Hodge, announce the engagement of their children, respectively, Crystal Michelle Coker and Brandon Charles Hodge, all of Sumter. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late … more
Sumter native, wife extend ministry to Nigeria
Sumter native Chaplain Harry Burns and his wife, the Rev. Vara Smith-Burns have recently established a new ministry called MORE — The Ministry of Reconciliation and Equality. The Burnses state the objective of the ministry as "to eradicate … more
Top hamburgerologist
At 19, when she began working at McDonald's on Sumter's Broad Street, Constance Covington Lane didn't consider she'd be one of the restaurant chain's top employees almost 30 years later. The 1976 Sumter High School graduate has just received … more
They've got rhythm
Continuing to celebrate and refine the art of America's most famous tap dancers, including the American Tap Dance Foundation, Inc.'s founders, Brenda Bufalino, the late Charles "Honi" Coles and Tony Waag himself, comes Tony Waag's Tap City. A cast … more
Who started the Civil War?
Dr. Tom Powers makes the case for "The Lady Who Started the Civil War" at the next meeting of the Sumter County Genealogical Society. The union began to unravel in 1831 during the presidency of South Carolina native Andrew Jackson, the University of … more
Models' prayer group brings Christianity to the catwalk
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – The bodies at this Saturday night gathering are sculpted, the locks of hair full and wavy, the faces made for the covers of magazines. It's heavenly. Such physical perfection is a South Beach staple, on its sandy, … more
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