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Pickleball has been around for longer than you probably expect. As a low impact, low cost-of-entry sport, it gained a lot of traction among Sumterites during the pandemic. So much so that the …
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10/28/21 06:28 PM
Friday's football game between Thomas Sumter Academy and Lee Academy has been canceled due to positive COVID-19 cases within the Cavalier football program.
The matchup would've determined second …
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10/28/21 02:31 PM
Lindsay Daniel and the Thomas Sumter Academy volleyball team opened the SCISA 2A playoffs as underdogs.
TSA was seeded third and facing off against Carolina Forest, who was seeded second. The Lady Generals were not only able to get the upset, but …
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Thomas Sumter, meanwhile, won their opener, but lost their next two matches to end their season on Saturday. The Lady Generals kicked off the 2A tournament with a two-set win over Carolina Academy. …
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By TIM LEIBLE
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10/27/21 10:58 PM
In 1962, JFK created the National School Lunch Week to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child's life. The impact of good nutrition is felt inside and outside the classroom. …
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10/27/21 09:08 PM
The top of the rankings in 5A held strong, as the top six spots remained unchanged this week. Sumter stayed at No. 6 after a 24-7 win over St. James, which allowed the Gamecocks to claim their sixth region title in the last seven seasons. The order …
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10/27/21 06:00 AM
Like so many other events, the Summerton Duckfest wasn't at 100% in 2020 because of covid. This month however, it returned to full force with a duck calling contest, dog jumping …
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10/26/21 08:30 PM
For the sixth time in seven years, the Sumter Gamecocks are region champions. A 24-7 win over St. James secured a No. 1 seed in the playoffs for SHS thanks to some help from offensive lineman Brent Brooks and kicker Judah Keaton. The standout …
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Swan Lake Iris Gardens has been hosting a weekly event to promote local businesses and give its patrons some fun lunch options. On a Tasty Tuesday you might find food trucks, local home bakers, …
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10/25/21 10:45 PM
Sumter faced off against St. James with a chance to win the Region VI-5A title on Friday. They took total control of the Sharks winning by a commanding final score of 24-7 to secure a No. 1 seed in …
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By CAL CARY
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10/23/21 11:55 AM
Sumter secured the top spot in Region VI-5A with a 24-7 win over St. James on Friday. Here's a look at the action courtesy of The Item's Cal Cary.
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10/23/21 11:27 AM
The Sumter County American Legion Fair has returned to it's full fledged self after 2020 called for limited event sizes. You can find rides, food, racing pigs, motorcycle stuntmen, and plenty of …
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10/23/21 10:17 AM
SUMTER 24
ST. JAMES 7
Sumter clinched the Region VI-5A title with a 24-7 win over St. James on Friday. The Gamecocks wrap up regular season play against Conway next week.
LAURENCE MANNING …
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10/23/21 12:47 AM
1. TSA HOSTS LEE, WH HOSTS LMAThe Thomas Sumter and Lee Academy football teams face off on Friday in a matchup that will have major playoff implications. The winner will secure at least a home …
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10/23/21 12:29 AM
Last week, Sumter's Top 20 Under 40 event took place, honoring a few of the young pillars in Sumter's professional scene. Awards were given in recognition of the work these people are doing to better …
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10/22/21 10:53 AM
The East Clarendon volleyball team opened the 1A playoffs with a three set sweep of Charleston Math & Science on Wednesday. They advance to play Branchville on Monday.
"I was very happy with how the game went," said head coach Jennifer Parker. …
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10/22/21 06:00 AM
As has been the case just about every season under head coach Mark Barnes, Sumter High is on the verge of claiming a region title.
A win over St. James would seal the crown for the Gamecocks, who are unbeaten against their Region VI-5A …
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The SCISA volleyball state playoffs are right around the corner as the top teams converge on the Myrtle Beach Sports Complex on Friday and Saturday to compete for a state crown.
This year, Wilson Hall and Thomas Sumter Academy will make the trip …
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Dr. Ted Wilson was recently honored at Morris College, his alma mater, with an executive board room in his name. Dr. Wilson has been a philanthropic pillar in the Sumter Community, and has clearly …
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10/20/21 10:46 PM
The Sumter football team is continuing to climb up the South Carolina Prep Football Media Poll, which was released on Tuesday. After sitting in seventh last week, the Gamecocks jumped up to sixth this week.
Sumter moved up in the rankings after …
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10/20/21 06:00 AM