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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter becomes home to luxurious movie theater in 1967
Reflections revisits the arrival of Wesmark Cinema in Sumter. The beautiful structure, owned by Carmike Theaters, was in the Wesmark Shopping Center; Sumter's second such facility opened shortly after a cinema began operation in Palmetto Plaza. The … more
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The Rev. Dr. Clay Smith: Losing it
It happens more often now than it used to. My wife and I will be talking about someone, and I can't remember his or her name. Usually, it is some person I have known for a long time but I don't see regularly. After a few minutes, their name pops up … more
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Letter to the editor: Floyd would be a great Sumter senator for District 35
There is a runoff for the state Senate in District 35 on this coming Tuesday, June 25. I served over three decades in the state Senate representing Sumter, so I understand how important this is to our community. We are fortunate to have a fine … more
South Carolina editorial roundup: Saturday, June 22, 2024
Post and Courier June 18 We can't debate value of S.C. pork projects because they're still too obscured If you want to find out how the S.C. House plans to spend $275 million on local projects undertaken by public and private … more
Sumter's Next Generation, presented by CCTC: Wilson Hall graduate Davis Lee establishes 'Seniors Adopting Seniors,' learns valuable life lesson
Learning life lessons from elders is like having a cheat code for life. Our grandparents and seasoned folks have already faced the boss battles we have yet to experience. By tapping into their wisdom, we save ourselves from common mistakes and big … more
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Crestwood football stadium funding will be before school board on Monday
Funding is still needed to complete Crestwood High School's new football stadium, and a special-called meeting of Sumter's school board is set for Monday to discuss the details. A district spokeswoman confirmed the agenda and meeting information … more
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Around Town: June 22, 2024
To correct any information or to make a submission to Around Town, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Around Town in subject line. The Palmetto Optimist Club's Burger Cookoff event returns to downtown Sumter Sept. 14 to help raise money for … more
Trump is proposing to make tips tax-free. What would that mean for workers?
WASHINGTON - Former President Donald Trump's new proposal to exclude tips from federal taxes is getting strong reviews from some Republican lawmakers, though major questions remain about the impact of the policy and how it would work. What's … more
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Gov. McMaster to visit Germany, a major driver of the state's economy
COLUMBIA - South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is off to Germany next week to strengthen business ties that have fueled this century's economic boom in the formerly struggling Southern state. The governor is an invited guest at the TDI conference, … more
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Council members approve City of Sumter's more than $87M 2024-25 budget with no millage increase
In preparation for the 2024-25 fiscal year about to start on July 1, the City of Sumter has passed a balanced budget that includes no millage increase. More specifically, the city has a balanced budget containing $87,247,468 in total revenues and … more
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Supreme Court upholds a gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a federal gun control law that is intended to protect victims of domestic violence. In their first Second Amendment case since they expanded gun rights in 2022, the justices ruled 8-1 in favor … more
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NCAA presents options to expand March Madness tournaments from current field of 68 teams
The NCAA has presented a plan to Division I conference commissioners that would expand the lucrative men's and women's basketball tournaments by four or eight teams alongside an option to leave each field at 68 teams, according to a person familiar … more
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Sumter High bringing B'All In basketball camp back this week
Sumter High's bi-annual basketball camp is back in action this week. The Gamecocks host the camp twice a year, once in January during the season before their offseason edition during the summer. The camp dates back to head coach Bryan Brown's … more
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Duke Energy presents Sumter City Council with $17K for emergency preparedness this hurricane season
On Tuesday, June 18, Quinnetta Buterbaugh, community relations representative for Duke Energy, presented Sumter City Council with $17,000 for hurricane emergency preparedness. This money is a part of a $500,000 micro grant from Duke Energy's … more
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Manning law firm to represent Buster Murdaugh in lawsuit against Netflix, Warner Bros.
A law firm out of Manning will represent Buster Murdaugh in his lawsuit against major streaming platforms. Buster Murdaugh, the surviving son of Alex Murdaugh, who was convicted of the double-murder of his wife and youngest son, is suing Netflix, … more
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How does heat kill? It confuses your brain, shuts down your organs, overworks your heart
As temperatures and humidity soar outside, what's happening inside the human body can become a life-or-death battle decided by just a few degrees. The critical danger point outdoors for illness and death from relentless heat is several degrees … more
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Thunder trade guard Giddey to Chicago Bulls for Caruso
The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Josh Giddey to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for guard Alex Caruso, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because trades can't … more
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'Trying to keep the sport alive': Sumter Cruisers classic car club looks for new members as it enters its 26th year
With nothing but the frame and body of an old 1934 Hudson and a dream, a young man who spent many years attending classic car shows across the Southeast got to work on building his very own classic car. He bought a new motor, built his own grill and … more
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Sumter High senior, salutatorian is named National Merit Scholarship Finalist winner
Parents, teachers, classmates and friends were all guiding influences to help Sumter High School salutatorian Taeyoung "Aiden" Kim achieve one of the highest honors for a high school student in the U.S. Kim was recently named a National Merit … more
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Public Agenda: June 22, 2024
To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Public Agenda in subject line. SANTEE WATEREE RTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Monday, June 24, at 6 p.m., 129 S. Harvin St. For special … more
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