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If a stranger offers you student loan forgiveness, hang up
Student loan scammers have a brand-new hook: "Biden student loan forgiveness" or "stimulus forgiveness." Behind the pitch is the same old fraudster playbook, one that persuades federal student loan … more
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Nonprofits step up to protect fertility for cancer patients
Roshni Kamta remembers that spring day two years ago when she left for work on her usual crowded New York City subway line, carrying precious cargo. Inside the light white bag, which she stored inside the refrigerator at work, were her egg freezing … more
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Sumter County Museum offers pottery workshop, author talk with Marie Bostwick
A smartphone speaker made from clay? That's what your child can make at the Sumter County Museum. If you are looking for something fun for your child between age 8 and 13, the museum is offering the pottery workshop, How to … more
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Protect your health with a heart-smart eating plan
As people have spent more time at home, many have rediscovered the simple joy of home-cooking and stumbled upon a secret weapon for health at the same time. By making smart, intentional decisions … more
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Millennial Money: Turn your quarantine clutter into money
I placed more online orders than I can count in 2020. And I justified all of them.My front porch was filled with boxes containing all sorts of things: furniture (I needed to redecorate), paper towels … more
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Photography, multisensory exhibitions open at Sumter County Gallery of Art
Artists explore experiences of Latinos in South Carolina and those of immigrants crossing the border between the U.S. and Mexico in two major exhibitions that open Thursday at the Sumter County Gallery of Art. Gallery Executive Director Karen Watson … more
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Duchess of Sussex expecting 2nd child, a sibling for Archie
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expecting their second child, their office confirmed Sunday.A spokesperson for Prince Harry, 36, and Meghan, 39, said in a statement: "We … more
In an anxious winter, the garden offers consolation
Deep into this pandemic winter, it can be hard to remember what a refuge gardens were last spring and summer. In those frightening early days of COVID-19, victory gardens and household vegetable plots sprang up all over. Seed companies reported … more
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Genealogical society explores Greek influence on Sumter
Bill Skinner will be the invited speaker at Monday's meeting of the Sumter County Genealogical Society. He will speak on the influence of citizens of Greek descent on Sumter, specifically its dining establishments, at the 7:30 p.m. meeting at Swan … more
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South Carolina Baltimore Oriole Winter Survey and Great Backyard Bird Count set for Feb. 12-15
BY SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCESCOLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will conduct an annual Baltimore Oriole Winter Survey Feb. 12-15, in conjunction … more
I stopped spending for a month, and you can too
In January, I took up a no-spend challenge. That's right — I refrained from making nonessential purchases for one whole month. With my travel and entertainment expenses basically nonexistent … more
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The perfect pancake for your valentine
 Finding something unique and special to do on Valentine’s Day for your significant other can be a challenge. Every year, the day to celebrate love rolls around and every year it may seem … more
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Red Velvet for your valentine
On the sweetest day of the year, a day full of flowers, love and sweets, Valentine’s Day is the ultimate opportunity to try a different dessert meant for two.It’s hard to resist a … more
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Clemson Extension program replaces invasive species growing in Sumter with free native trees
An invasive species is wanted by Clemson Extension. The Bradford Pear, a medium-sized tree with rounded form, is invasive in natural or unmanaged areas across the state. One of these areas is Sumter. Horticulture Extension Agent Chase Smoak, … more
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From virtual book chats to watercolor and pottery workshops, Sumter County Museum has it covered
FROM STAFF REPORTS Looking for something interesting to do? Check out what the Sumter County Museum has to offer for January and February. If you like a good mystery, "The Mystery of Mrs. Christie" Virtual Book Chat and Q&A with author Marie … more
Liz Weston: The tax credit fix many can't afford to miss
Families battered by the pandemic recession soon may discover that the tax refunds they're counting on are dramatically smaller — or that they actually owe income tax. Congress offered a … more
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Recharge with Sumter Gallery of Art exhibits
Tired of the depressing COVID-19 statistics and political machinations? Well, the Sumter County Gallery of Art offers a wonderful respite and a chance to recharge your spirits with two special exhibits: "Wild Kingdom" by Diane Kilgore Condon and the … more
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'American Pickers' look for collections in S.C.
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and their team are returning to South Carolina. The hosts and crew of History Channel TV show "American Pickers," a documentary series that follows antique "pickers" Wolfe and Fritz as they hunt for Americans' most … more
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Greenville artist, guild winners share space at Sumter County Gallery of Art
The winners of the annual Sumter Artists' Guild Exhibition will share space with Greenville-based artist Diane Kilgore Condon when their dual show opens Thursday at the Sumter County Gallery of Art. The public is invited to the show that gallery … more
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SCDNR: Keep your bird feeders clean
Winter in South Carolina typically brings more chances for rain to the state, and with wet weather, it is common for mold or bacteria to form on wet bird seed both in the bird feeder and on the ground.This moldy bird seed and uncleaned bird feeders … more
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