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Clarendon poultry farm receives $140k grant
COLUMBIA - Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced on Monday, April 22, that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding more than 700 clean-energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and … more
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Summer Movie Guide: What's in theaters and streaming in May and June
LOS ANGELES - Are you ready for some movies this summer? There will be action-adventure, romance, horror, franchises and anniversary re-releases of some of your favorites in theaters and on streaming services from May through June. You just have to … more
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About 1 in 4 U.S. adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds
WASHINGTON - About one-quarter of U.S. adults age 50 and older who are not yet retired say they expect to never retire and 70% are concerned about prices rising faster than their income, an AARP survey finds. About 1 in 4 have no retirement … more
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Letter to the editor: Finding a primary care physician is difficult in our country
Finding a primary care physician (PCP), i.e., general internist who cares for medical problems of adult patients, usually over age 18, or a family physician who cares for medical problems in children and adults, is quite difficult in our community … more
Lola would be a great addition to any family
Lola is a 3-year-old, brown female bully mix. Lola has been spayed and is current on vaccinations. She tested positive for heartworms so she would need to continue treatment once adopted. Lola weighs about 50 pounds. She is extremely friendly, loves … more
Bob needs a family that will help him be more confident
Bob is a 1-year-old, brown tabby, male domestic shorthair cat. Bob is current on all age-appropriate shots, has been neutered and tested negative for Feline Leukemia and AIDs. He seems to get along with other cats. Bob is rather shy at first and … more
City of Sumter gets $1,500 donation from Duke Energy for litter efforts, celebrates Earth Day with community cleanup
The City of Sumter received a $1,500 donation from Duke Energy for the city's litter prevention program, according to the city's Facebook page. The money will be used to enhance community cleanup projects and promote a trash-free … more
South Carolina editorial roundup: Saturday, April 27, 2024
The Post and Courier April 23 If S.C. is running out of power, we shouldn't be paying data centers to move here The proposal to eliminate South Carolina's still-new consumer protections and greenlight a massive new natural gas plant near … more
Ramen recipe shows it is easy to make the Japanese noodle dish at home
TOKYO (AP) - Ramen noodles are so popular they have become one reason to visit Japan. But ramen can easily be cooked at home too, especially if you can find the ingredients at your neighborhood Asian grocery store. A Japanese cookbook author who … more
DHEC launches overdose biosurveillance dashboard to tackle drug overdose epidemic
COLUMBIA - The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control recently launched an Overdose Biosurveillance Dashboard in an effort to make state- and county-level data on non-fatal opioid overdoses … more
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The Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Flies
The flies on my cows are bad right now. On my bull, they are a thick blanket. I've got to get some fly dope on them to kill those flies. Flies are bad for cattle. First, they annoy cattle. Annoyed cattle don't eat. Cattle that don't eat get … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: United Service Organizations also known as 'home away from home'
Reflections remembers one of the most important aspects of assisting and providing recreational and other services to military personnel assigned to numerous duty posts at home and abroad. This research focuses primarily on Sumter's commitment to … more
Guardian ad Litem training for Clarendon and Sumter counties offered online beginning May 28
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem in Clarendon and … more
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Opportunity knocks at Sumter, Lee Graduate to Greatness hiring event
A total of 60 public high school seniors from Sumter and Lee counties participated in the third-annual Graduate to Greatness Hiring and Recruitment event on Wednesday at the American Legion headquarters on Artillery Drive. The event was coordinated … more
Manning's Kennedy named head coach for Shrine Bowl
For the second time in his career, Manning head football coach and Clarendon County Athletic Director Reggie Kennedy will have a chance to lead the best South Carolina has to offer in the Shrine Bowl. Kennedy was selected as the head coach for … more
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Lakewood's Dais clears hurdles on way to Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week
When Lakewood's Quinton Dais lined up for the 110m and 400m hurdles at the Sumter County Championships last week, he wasn't sure what to expect. The Gator senior had never competed in either event before. In fact, he hadn't properly trained on … more
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Thomas Sumter's Trimnal signs to play TE at Brevard
Thomas Sumter's Holden Trimnal did a little bit of everything for the Generals throughout his senior year. He moved all across the offensive line and started on both sides of the ball in the trenches. But when you talk to the TSA senior, he … more
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Sumter P-15's to host informational meeting May 5
The Sumter P-15's had a spectacular season in 2023. Their senior team made it to the state tournament for the first time in four years, while their junior squad took down Anderson for a state title. Now the American Legion squad in Sumter is … more
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Sumter gospel group nominated for Stellar Award, members say they're 'excited' to represent Sumter
If you believe it, then you can achieve it. It's an age-old saying meant to encourage us in pursuit of our passions to have faith in our ability of making our dreams a reality. And for Lee Burgess, his dreams will hopefully come true this … more
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Music, cars, barbecue, tea, golf tourneys and more. We’ve got you covered
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Sumter Family YMCA will hold YMCA's Healthy Kids Day from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at the Y's gymnasiums, 510 Miller … more
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