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Festival season returns with something for everyone: rides and games, flowers and crafts, a rodeo and more across the area
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Sumter Farmers Market is up and running from noon to 5 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 22 at USC Sumter, 200 Miller Road. Grab … more
Just-introduced annuals and perennials add something new to the garden
It's a special kind of joy that only a gardener could understand. I always get an extra spring in my step when nurseries begin stocking the year's new plant introductions. 2024 brings new annuals and perennials that will make any plant lover … more
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April 2024 declared Fair Housing Month in Clarendon County to promote equal opportunities
Every year Clarendon County recognizes April as Fair Housing Month, and this month has once again been recognized for awareness. A resolution states Clarendon County wants to encourage equal-opportunity housing and to ensure fair housing … more
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Sumter County Library invites all to Meet the Author April 21
Author Rhonda McKnight will be the featured special guest for Sumter County Library's Author Event on April 21. New Jersey native and South Carolina author McKnight has spent her career authoring 27 inspirational book club and Christian romance … more
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Clarendon elected officials request hundreds of thousands of dollars for their 2024-25 budgets
It's budget season in Clarendon County, and with that comes elected officials presenting their budget requests to county council members, with one elected official requesting an assistant for a fourth time. For the upcoming fiscal year 2024-25 … more
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Editorial roundup: Saturday, April 13, 2024
Post and Courier April 6 Loftis' performance should earn a spot on S.C. ballot - but not for reelection South Carolina's elected state treasurer made quite a spectacle of himself on Tuesday, demonstrating far better than state senators ever … more
Commander's final flight at Shaw Air Force Base
Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, completed his final flight as the AFCENT commander on Tuesday, April 9, at Shaw Air Force Base. The fini-flight is an Air … more
Internet providers must now be more transparent about fees, pricing, FCC says
NEW YORK - Much like nutritional labels on food products, "broadband labels" for internet packages will soon tell you just what is going into the pricing of your service, thanks to new rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission this … more
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Competition at Shaw Air Force Base builds united force
Load crew competitions are a far-reaching weapons tradition that promote squadron pride and strengthen the relationship between units, building a stronger, more united total force. Teams were challenged to communicate and problem solve under a time … more
Homebuyers' quandary: to wait or not to wait for lower mortgage rates
LOS ANGELES - Shop for a home now or hold out for the possibility of lower mortgage rates? That question is confronting many home shoppers this spring homebuying season. Lower rates give home shoppers more financial breathing room, so holding out … more
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Public Agenda: April 13, 2024
To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Public Agenda in subject line. SUMTER CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, April 16, 5:30 p.m., Sumter Opera House, 21 N. Main St. CLARENDON COUNTY … more
Around Town: Sign up for Summer Youth Employment Programs, sell tires to the city and more
To correct any information or to make a submission to Around Town, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Around Town in subject line. The City of Sumter is accepting applications for the Summer Youth Employment Programs. Students ages 14-15 will … more
Wilson Hall sweeps SCISA middle school track championships
The middle school track teams from Wilson Hall, Laurence Manning and Thomas Sumter all ran in the SCISA middle school championships at Wilson Hall on Thursday. The Barons put on a show, running away with team titles for both the boys and the … more
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Public participation, superintendent's report before school board
Public participation and the superintendent's report are the headline topics before Sumter School District's Board of Trustees on Monday, April 15. Committee reports and recommendations also made the agenda, which was posted late this week by a … more
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Clark, Reese headline one of the most anticipated WNBA drafts in years
NEW YORK - Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Cameron Brink and others make this one of the most anticipated WNBA drafts in recent years. There are several impact players up for grabs, but their talent is nearly eclipsed by their popularity among … more
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AREA ROUNDUP: Wilson Hall sweeps Camden Military, goes 3-0 on week
The Wilson Hall baseball team had a busy week despite some rain on Thursday, cramming in two games with Camden Military on Tuesday before a trip to Camden High School on Wednesday. It was a great week for the Barons as they cruised to three … more
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Sumter Shrimp Feast to serve it up 6 ways April 25
Calling all seafood lovers! Prepare to dive into a sea of flavor with the 22nd-annual Shrimp Feast on Thursday, April 25. Presented by Sumter Pest Management, the feast will serve up shrimp six different ways along with delicious Southern … more
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Why is the EPA regulating PFAS and what are these 'forever chemicals' that could be a health hazard?
On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency finalized limits on certain common types of PFAS chemicals in drinking water. It is the first time a nationwide limit on so-called forever chemicals has been imposed on water providers. EPA … more
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How immigrants in U.S. have helped boost job growth, stave off recession
MIAMI - Having fled economic and political chaos in Venezuela, Luisana Silva now loads carpets for a South Carolina rug company. She earns enough to pay rent, buy groceries, gas up her car - and send money home to her parents. Reaching the United … more
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Sumter School District's open enrollment period runs through April 30
Sumter School District's open enrollment process is now open for kindergarten through 12th-grade students and their families wishing to attend another district school for specific educational opportunities. Acceptance is evaluated on a … more
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