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Sumter Item to host Hines Furniture Football Media Day on Aug. 10
Football season is rapidly approaching, which means it's time to sit down with the area's coaches and stars to preview the upcoming fall on the gridiron. The Sumter Item will host its fifth-annual Football Media Day, which is presented by Hines … more
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New art park set to enhance South Sumter
South Sumter is gearing up for a big change as construction on its new Art Park comes to a gradual close. Along the strip of Manning Avenue, the park will occupy the once-grassy area where a Sumter County Sheriff's Office substation stood at 645 … more
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IRS warns of new scam targeting clean energy tax credit
WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service warns taxpayers not to fall victim to a new emerging scam involving buying clean energy tax credits.In this latest scam, the IRS is seeing instances where unscrupulous tax return preparers are … more
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A fez, a go-kart and a purpose: Sumter’s Jamil Flyers help support children’s hospital through parade appearances, raising money
It's not every day you see men driving around in go-karts sporting fez hats. However, if you attend a parade throughout the year in Sumter or any surrounding community, you'll likely run into them. They're the … more
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Penny for Progress projects support Sumter's economic development, group leader says
Recruiting national and global industrial companies to set up shop in Sumter County is a catapult for the area's economic prosperity. When voters said no to a 1% increase in sales tax to support millions in capital improvement projects during the … more
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5 storylines to know from local government happenings this month
1. Rezoning requests may bring new businesses A hookah lounge and another Dollar General are poised to get the green light after being approved by the Sumter City-County Board of Zoning Appeals and Sumter City-County Planning Commission, … more
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U.S. Department of Energy provides tips on keeping your home cooler
When it is hot outside and you are trying to keep your home cool, here are some things you can do that are free and some others that are simple and inexpensive.Operate Thermostat Efficiently- Set your thermostat at a temperature you find comfortable … more
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Take a ride with Sumter Cruisers Classic Car Club
The first cars ever made hit the roads in the late 1800s. They were, and still are, a topic of great fascination for many people, whether it be about their design, speed or technology. In order to fuel this fascination and bring together car … more
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Column by Pastor Stewart Rawson: Our presence is worth more than our words
How often do you encounter someone in your life struggling? It might be every day or it might be every week, but I am fairly certain each of us knows people in our life who are hurting. They may have a minor setback in their lives, like a temporary … more
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Sumter's Sylvia Jo's serves up beloved classic Southern foods
The sound of sizzling burgers and chatting locals greets you at the door of Sylvia Jo's restaurant. At 541 E. Liberty St. in Sumter, the classic "hometown diner" has served up beloved Southern dishes like fried chicken and burgers for seven years … more
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Filing for Sumter mayor, city council elections open through July 31
With ballots set for elections featuring candidates running behind a party, the last piece to the Nov. 5 general election is local nonpartisan races. In Sumter, that includes the mayor and three city council seats as well as four seats on the … more
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The Bobbys celebrates the best in Sumter-area sports with Item's 2nd award show downtown
The Sumter Item hosted its second-annual sports awards show, The Bobbys, on Thursday, June 20. The best local athletes flooded to the Sumter Opera House for a night of celebration. While there were award winners, the night was about reminiscing on a … more
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Readers will find all election coverage needed in The Sumter Item and Impact
Election season is just around the corner, and The Item is committed to keeping you informed about the races and issues on the ballot. Studies show that the presence of local news means, among other things, that more people vote in local … more
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Dear Abby, July 19, 2024: Troubling memories about dad haunt daughter
DEAR ABBY : When I was young and even as I grew older, my father touched me inappropriately. It made me uncomfortable even as an adult. I feel like when I was very small, something more may have … more
Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold with a classic comedy album, has died at 94. … more
EMMA LEE WILLIAMS
Mrs. Emma Lee Williams, wife of the late Arthur Williams, departed her earthly life on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey, Sumter. She was born on Dec. 2, 1954, to the late Cleveland and … more
Manning-Santee juniors advance to AAA state tournament with 2-0 win over Aynor; Post 68 seniors fall to West Columbia in opener
Mother Nature tried to complicate matters, but the Manning-Santee junior legion squad is headed to the South Carolina American Legion AAA state tournament. Post 68 hosted Aynor for a decisive third … more
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ALPHONSO DAVIS
Alphonso Davis, 64, son of the late John Davis and Adline Washington Davis, was born on Sept. 17, 1959, in Sumter.  He departed this life on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey … more
Obama, Pelosi and Democrats make a fresh push for Biden to reconsider 2024 race ahead of convention
WASHINGTON — Former president Barack Obama has privately expressed concerns to Democrats about President Joe Biden's candidacy, and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi privately warned Biden that … more
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Trump, in highly personal speech, will accept GOP nomination again days after assassination attempt
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Donald Trump takes the stage Thursday at the Republican National Convention to accept his party's nomination again and give his first speech since he was cut off mid-sentence … more
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