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Sheri Biggs wins Republican nod for US House in South Carolina over Trump-backed candidate
COLUMBIA — Sheri Biggs, a nurse practitioner and Air National Guard officer, won the Republican nomination for the U.S. House in South Carolina's 3rd District on Tuesday, defeating a challenger … more
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DHEC shares safety tips as bat activity increases during pup season
COLUMBIA — The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control rabies prevention team is encouraging residents and visitors to learn some basic safety information about bats … more
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What's left for the Supreme Court to decide? Here's the list.
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court has more than a dozen cases still undecided, including ones that could reshape the law on everything from abortion to social media. The justices are also still … more
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LEILA JEAN BROWN MAYRANT
Leila Jean Brown Mayrant, the beloved daughter of the late Roscoe C. Brown Sr. and Henrietta Brown, was born on Dec. 4, 1939, in Baxley, Georgia. At an early age, Jean joined Saint James AME Church … more
JAY BEECY GODFREY
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jay Beecy Godfrey on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Jay's spirited life touched many, leaving behind a legacy of friendship, adventure and an … more
Letter to the editor: Judicial system in Sumter is broken, violates rights
Hello, my name is Wendy Allen, and I am writing to tell you about my son, Chad Allen Kron. Chad is a 32-year-old married man who owns and operates his own electrical business. Chad is a friendly, … more
JOE NATHAN BENNETT JR.
Joe Nathan Bennett Jr., 57, husband of Delores Edmonds Bennett and son of the late Joe Nathan Bennett Sr. and Lena Riley Ragin, was born on Oct. 30, 1966, in Clarendon County. He departed this life … more
South Carolina runoff pits Trump candidate against GOP governor's endorsement
COLUMBIA — Longtime friends former President Donald Trump and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster are on opposite sides as voters on Tuesday in the state's 3rd Congressional District choose … more
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More than 500 people have been charged with federal crimes under the gun safety law Biden signed
WASHINGTON — More than 500 people — some linked to transnational cartels and organized crime rings — have been charged with gun trafficking and other crimes under the landmark gun … more
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CECIL CRAIG PETERSEN
Cecil Craig Petersen, 64, died Monday, June 24, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. Born in Sumter, he was a son of JoAnn Browder Carroll and the late Cecil Clarence Petersen. Mr. … more
What is Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed group that could go to all-out war against Israel?
BEIRUT — After more than eight months of low-scale conflict, Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah are threatening all-out war. The United States and the international community … more
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Ford recalls over 550,000 pickup trucks because transmissions can suddenly downshift to 1st gear
DETROIT — Ford is recalling more than 550,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear no matter how fast the trucks are going. The … more
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More rain possible in deluged Midwest as flooding breaches levees in Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa — Floodwaters breached levees in Iowa on Tuesday, creating dangerous conditions that prompted evacuations as the deluged Midwest faced another round of severe storms forecast … more
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LEROY TINDAL
Leroy Tindal was born on March 25, 1954, in Salterstown, S.C., to his parents, Levy and Albertha (Mickens) Tindal. He peacefully departed this life on Friday, June 21, 2024, at his home in Sumter. … more
ABRAHAM WASHINGTON
Abraham Washington, 74, son of the late John Henry Wilson and Isabella Washington, was born on Feb. 18, 1950, in Lee County. He departed this life on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Midland Health & … more
Dear Abby, Tuesday, June 25, 2024: Alcoholic boyfriend manages to be even worse as father
DEAR ABBY: I dated a guy who hid from me the fact that he was a severe alcoholic. After I realized it, I continued to date him, thinking it was love when it wasn't. Unfortunately, after two years of … more
ALFRED HENRY DUNN SR.
MANNING — Alfred Henry Dunn Sr., 85, died peacefully on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, with family at his side at Riverside Health and Wellness in Smithfield, Virginia. He was predeceased by his … more
LUCIOUS PRINGLE JR.
Lucious Pringle Jr., 90, husband of Earnestine Jackson Pringle, died Friday, June 21, 2024, at his home. Born in Sumter County on Dec. 2, 1933, he was the son of the late Lucious Pringle Sr. and … more
Sumter Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting involving Highway Patrol Trooper, dog on Sunday
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office investigated a shooting involving a South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper and a dog. At around 11 a.m. on June 23, 2024, a deputy responded to a Wedgefield … more
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Sports cards shows back in Sumter with event at Sumter Original Brewery
The first floor at Sumter Original Brewery was bustling throughout the day on Saturday, but it wasn’t just the usual patrons at the hometown pub. The brewery hosted the Sumter Card Show, which … more
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