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Wilson - Williams
Tanya Yvette Wilson and Darryl Kevin Williams were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2006, at St. Paul AME Church in Sumter. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Margaret Wilder and Mr. and Mrs. James Clark, all of Sumter, and the … more
JIM and JUANITA HUNTER
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Jim and Juanita Hunter of Manning celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 1, 2006, with a dinner with family and friends at Wyboo Plantation Community Center in Manning. The couple's two sons are Rick Hunter … more
Grab a jacket ...
Late September — the air is cooler, dried leaves scutter down the streets, people open their windows to the crisp night breezes, and young people look toward the fairgrounds for respite from their first weeks of school. Like a mini-vacation at the … more
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Out & About
Sterling House's landscape looks really good, and the residents and friends are working to make it look even better. Tonight, however, they're taking a little break to celebrate the beauty of a fall garden, and they're inviting the public to join … more
'American Spirit'
The opening Thursday of the exhibition of fine art from the corporate collection of A.G. Edwards & Sons Inc. will cap Sumter's two-week celebration of the American spirit that began Thursday on the Sumter Courthouse grounds with local chorus … more
The Fit a new type of Honda
Honda Fit "Honda's never had a car like this before," said Goodwin Auto Mall's General Sales Manager Mike Boan. Noteworthy commentary listed in various car reviews repeatedly state that the 5-door Honda Fit looks compact from the outside, yet has … more
Jeep introduces the Compass for 2007
If you wish for a drive with the capability of a sport utility vehicle and the performance of a more compact car, then the 2007 Jeep Compass might be the automobile for you. With a 30-mile per gallon fuel economy, a surprisingly efficient number … more
Technician offers advice on engine coolant
All cars are different, so when it comes to adding antifreeze, it's important to know your car so you can know what you should be putting into it. Antifreeze is an engine coolant and is particularly necessary in the winter months when an engine … more
Racing best way to test parts
(MS) — Running full-throttle at 8-10,000 rpm for hours, components on race cars are expected to perform their best even in severe driving conditions. Whether it is a 200-mile dirt track event, the Indy 500 or 24 hours at Le Mans, vehicle component … more
Tire pressure important regardless of the climate
Lulled into complacency by South Carolina's milder winters, there are those who might feel tempted to dismiss the importance of checking tire pressure as the seasons change. But every 10 degrees of temperature change means a change of 1 pound per … more
Ten tips to better car care
(MS) -- Fall car care is important for winter safety, but regular maintenance has other benefits as well. According to the pros at the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), motorists can benefit from longer vehicle life, … more
Treat your car to a day at the spa
(MS) -- A spa for cars? No, Elizabeth Arden isn't opening a spa for vehicles. Just as a day at the spa can rejuvenate car owners, a "spa" treatment is great for their cars too. Car owners just need to head down to the local car wash for their … more
Technology makes profound impact on car industry
We Americans are a nation of gadget lovers, and automobile enthusiasts are no different. Sam Dubose, general manager of In Motion at 1293 Broad Street, said there are some new products that are proving to be pretty popular. "One thing that a … more
Understanding an Auto Insurance Policy
(MS) Are you about to purchase a car for the first time? It's likely you are overwhelmed with your car insurance options. Or maybe you already own a car but never really took the time to thoroughly read your auto insurance policy to determine what … more
6 Essential Driving Tips
(MS) — For those who experience a winter season, this time of year can be beautiful. But while a snow-covered landscape makes for some terrific photo opportunities, it can be one of the most treacherous times of year for drivers. Ice, … more
Lincoln focuses on different demographic with MKX
The 2007 Lincoln MKX is a "crossover utility vehicle with the room of a mid-size SUV that's going to perform like a car," said Jamie Bilton, general manager of Bilton Lincoln-Mercury. Lincoln hopes to attract a "younger and hipper" crowd of … more
Cutting 'Edge' to hit Ford showrooms soon
Local car buyers could see Ford's all-new sport utility, the Edge, as soon as late-September or as late as mid-November. Whenever the 2007 Ford Edge hits the market, however, there won't be many of them to see, at least initially. Bill … more
The right wax goes a long way
(MS) — Few things make a car more appealing than a good wax. As car dealers can tell you, aesthetic appeal goes a long way in selling a car. For people who want to maintain that shiny appeal once they take the car off the lot, regularly waxing … more
Don't Let Faulty Repairs Blow Up in Your Face
(MS) -- If you've been involved in a collision in which one or more of your vehicle airbags deployed, you probably appreciate the added safety and protection these seemingly simple devices offer. In fact, you may be one of the more than 5,000 people … more
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