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Club Digest: Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013
THE WOMAN'S AFTERNOON MUSIC CLUB The October meeting of the Woman's Afternoon Music Club was held at Black River Presbyterian Church in Mayesville. President Lauren Decker called the meeting to order and welcomed members and guests Carolyn … more
Feed hungry birds with festive ornaments
Add a little holiday sparkle to your landscape for you and your guests to enjoy. No matter the weather outside, a few decorative touches can greatly increase the beauty and enjoyment of your winter landscape. Try one, two or all eight of these … more
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Have a Traditional Christmas Tour
Azalea Garden Club The Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter will host its 64th Annual Holiday House Tour and Tea in Sumter on Saturday, Dec. 7. This year, the theme of the tour is "An Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Heart of Sumter," and the featured … more
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Debutantes presented
The Lord Clarendon Cotillion The Lord Clarendon Cotillion will present one debutante at its annual ball on Thursday, Dec. 19, at Sunset Country Club in Sumter. Elizabeth Nell Black, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Todd Black will be presented … more
We've grown up now, but Mama's still got the upper hand
EDITOR'S NOTE: I've received several requests to re-run a column from four years ago. This one seems to express the Thanksgiving spirit. I'm thankful I'll be with the same folks I've spent the holiday with in all the years since. Hope yours is … more
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Singing Christmas Tree
The Singing Christmas Tree is much more than just dozens of people perched on its branches performing songs of the season. When First Baptist Church presents its annual gift to the community this weekend, the event will have the production values of … more
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Begin Christmas season with sacred music
For the 44th consecutive year, the Woman's Afternoon Music Club will usher in the season of Advent with a musical program featuring many of the area's finest choirs and music ensembles. The Festival of Choirs is a tradition that many consider the … more
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Are you up for a Challenge?
When the 4th Annual Capt. Tom Garrity Firefighters' BBQ Challenge opens its grills and smokers to the public on Saturday at G&G Metal/Fire Equipment Services on Stamey Livestock Road, barbecue lovers are in for a treat. From 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., 23 … more
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Cornwell writes 21st Scarpetta mystery
NEW YORK - Patricia Cornwell never runs out of ideas for her intrepid forensic investigator, Kay Scarpetta. "Cybercrime is now a really big deal, and so Scarpetta is inevitably going to get involved in crimes that have to do with the Internet, or … more
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Local businessman named 2013 Humanitarian
Sumter's Arthur Bradley, president and co-owner of Ace Parker Tire Inc., was presented the 2013 Tire Business Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award on Nov. 4 at the Tire Industry Association Awards Ceremony during the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. An active … more
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Club Digest: Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013
SUMTER DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB Oct. 2: 1st - Pat Lauterbach and Hugh Cook 2nd - Kenneth Hamilton and Richard Hinkle 3rd - TIE - Stan Kohli and Marvin Chin Winnie Field and John Mills Oct. 9: 1st - Pat Lauterbach and Hugh Cook 2nd - … more
Blaming it on the booze
LAS VEGAS (AP) - In true Vegas fashion, former mayor Oscar Goodman is blaming it on the booze. Sin City's ubiquitous cheerleader made headlines when he threatened to go home Sunday night after waiting 20 minutes for an interview with Anthony … more
Why not tie one on?
Every apron tells a story, according to EllynAnne Geisel, who collects vintage aprons and sews her own. Yet despite the nostalgic appeal of old aprons, many crafters still enjoy making their own. Some are elaborate, with ruffles and … more
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From Mayesville to National Hero
Mayesville's most famous native, Mary McLeod Bethune overcame poverty to become a pioneer in education, civil rights and government. The story of her life is complex and inspiring, and her contributions to society enduring. On Friday, the Sumter … more
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Former slave's saga topic at Genealogical Society
Guest speaker S. Gary Graham of Pinewood will present a program on the life of Peter Henry Robards Martin at the Nov. 18 meeting of the Sumter County Genealogical Society. The 7:30 p.m. meeting at Swan Lake Presbyterian Church is open to the … more
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Back to The Future
"Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust." When a funeral officiant murmurs these words from the Book of Common Prayer, our modern burial practice makes that unlikely to happen. Sealed coffins and vaults mean the loved one's remains … more
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Friends' big sale benefits library
Bibliophiles have no trouble figuring out what to do with that extra hour we got back when Daylight Saving Time ended early Sunday morning. We'll be reading. And starting tonight, we'll have many more books to choose from to restock our … more
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1106 Friends book sale
ITEM FILE PHOTOSumter native and New York Yankee baseball great Bobby Richardson signs books at the Friends of the Sumter County Library Annual Author Event in February. The Friends fund many library activities, including the summer reading program … more
Yoko thanks McCartney
NEW YORK — Yoko Ono says she's thankful Paul McCartney appears to have gotten over his grudge against her. McCartney, in a recent Rolling Stone interview, said he's getting along fine with the widow of John Lennon, his old songwriting partner. … more
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Community leaders show support for walking
By Catherine Blumberg Sumter County Active Lifestyles "Walking is the first thing an infant wants to do and the last thing an old person wants to give up. Walking is the exercise that does not need a gym. It is the prescription without … more
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