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Editorial cartoon: Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023
Absentee mom's prognosis draws different reactions
DEAR ABBY - I was married young to my high school sweetheart. We had five children together. During that time, I joined the Air Force. After six years of marriage, I discovered my wife was cheating on me. Once I realized we couldn't reconcile, I … more
New Chuck Lorre sitcom 'Bookie' begins streaming on Max
By Kevin McDonough Prolific sitcom producer Chuck Lorre returns with "Bookie," a sitcom streaming on Max. A man whose production credits date back to the 1990s ("Grace Under Fire") and who has found large audiences with "Two and a Half Men" and … more
Swift is Spotify's most-streamed artist of 2023
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES - It's her, hi - Taylor Swift is Spotify's 2023 most-played artist. According to Spotify Wrapped, Swift was 2023's most-streamed artist globally, raking in more than 26.1 billion streams since … more
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RAYMOND RUTHERFORD
Raymond Rutherford, 71, husband of Barbara Jean Tention Rutherford, was born on Nov. 3, 1952, in Sumter County, a son of the late Ronald Rutherford Sr. and Shirley Croskey Rutherford. He departed this life on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Prisma Health … more
BOBBY R. TENTION
Bobby R. Tention, also known as "Boss," was born on Aug. 19, 1943, in Lee County, a son of the late Paul Tention and Elouise Jennings Tention. He departed this earthly life on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in the comfort of his home. Bobby attended the … more
EMMA LUCILE MOORE GATHERS
Funeral services for Emma Lucile Moore Gathers will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday at Wayman Chapel AME Church, 160 Kings Highway, Sumter, with the Rev. Robert L. China officiating. The public may view from 1 to 5 p.m. today at Palmer Memorial … more
SUE ELLEN SHULTZ
Sue Ellen Shultz, age 81, beloved wife of 59 years to Edward L. Shultz, died on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. Born in Salem, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Raymond Hunter Ernst and Lucille Stoffer Ernst. Mrs. … more
PERRY LEE STRASLEY BROWN
Perry Lee Strasley Brown, 71, widow of Sammie Lee Brown, departed this life on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, at her residence. She was born on Oct. 12, 1952, in Sumter, a daughter of the late Lessie Mae Brunson. The family will receive friends at … more
VIRGINIA WRIGHT
BISHOPVILLE - Virginia Wright entered eternal rest on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center, Bishopville. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Wilson Funeral Home, 403 and 407 S. Main St., Bishopville. more
Opinion: A bridge over troubled waters for local journalism
Among the liberties enshrined for Americans in our founding documents, freedom of the press stands first among equals. "A popular government, without popular information, or the means of acquiring it," wrote James Madison, "is but a prologue to a … more
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ARCENT visits Clemson University's College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences
CLEMSON - A delegation from U.S. Army Central visited Clemson University's Army ROTC program and the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Nov 17. The senior member of the delegation was Brig. Gen. Jose Rivera, the ARCENT G3/5/7. … more
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Horoscopes: Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep your thoughts to yourself. Focus on monitoring your finances, health and any contractual dealings that need your attention. Don't believe everything you hear. Do your due diligence and make decisions based on facts. … more
Around Town: Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights opening night celebration to be held Friday
The Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights opening night celebration will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 1. South Carolina's largest free Christmas light display, Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights will be open nightly Dec. 1-31. The gardens will be alive with … more
FYI: Did you know that Sumter has a Newcomers' Club?
The Sumter Coin Club meets from 7 to 8 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at Patriot Park Pavilion. All ages are welcome. Join us to learn more about coins and currency. Door prize, raffle and auction at each meeting. Seniors on the Move … more
Public Agenda: Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023
CLARENDON COUNTY DEVELOPMENT BOARD Today, 1:30 p.m., Executive Chambers, Clarendon County Administrative Building, 411 Sunset Drive, Manning SANTEE-LYNCHES REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Monday, Dec. 4, noon, … more
New Walker Gamble Elementary estimated to be completed in 2025
After months of work, the new Walker Gamble Elementary School now has an expected completion date and schedule after a pre-bid meeting this week. On Nov. 28 at the old Clarendon County School District 3 office in Turbeville, Thompson Turner … more
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Israeli military say 10 more Israelis, 4 Thai nationals released by Hamas in latest truce
JERUSALEM - Hamas released 16 hostages late Wednesday in the last swap for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel under the current Gaza truce, as international mediators raced to seal another extension to allow further exchanges and prolong the halt … more
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Sumter dad returning from cross-country trip in Model T to raise awareness, money for condition
It's almost been two full weeks since Todd and Jennifer Touchberry of Sumter set off to traverse America in a 1920 Ford Model T to support hydrocephalus awareness and research. Todd's 22-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, was diagnosed with … more
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Shaw will welcome 349 new personnel after Secretary of Defense designation
A recent change at Shaw Air Force Base will bring 349 new personnel to Sumter and will also result in about 700 fewer deployments annually. The Secretary of Defense approved Shaw Air Force Base to be designated as the primary Air Forces Central … more
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