25th Attack Group cuts ribbon on new home at Shaw Air Force Base
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Iowa star Caitlin Clark makes surprise appearance on 'Saturday Night Live'
NEW YORK (AP) — Live from New York, it's Caitlin Clark! The Iowa star made a surprise appearance on "Saturday Night Live" during the show's " Weekend Update " segment. She said she first heard …
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Get in the mood for South Sumter's 3-day Festival on the Avenue starting on Thursday
The sights and sounds of South Sumter will draw a crowd to its historic avenue as Festival on the Avenue …
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Jelly Roll dominates the 2024 CMT Music Awards with host Kelsea Ballerini and a Toby Keith tribute
Jelly Roll won big at the 2024 CMT Music Awards Sunday night, taking home three awards at the annual …
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What to stream this week: Billy Joel sings, Dora explores and 'Food, Inc. 2' chows down
A Billy Joel concert special celebrating his residency at Madison Square Garden and Ethan Hawke and Pedro …
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Visit arts and craft shows or get your running shoes out for memorial walk/race this weekend, and put spring festivals on your calendar
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject …
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'Inhale spring' at annual Mary Hinson Flower Show at Sumter Gallery of Art
If you're looking for a chance to experience subtle, sweet scents of our local and migrant flora to …
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Sumter Inspire! Festival raises $25K for arts organizations; committee has plans to make next year 'bigger and better'
After an eventful weekend in March, the INSPIRE! Festival committee presented its art partners with …
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Sumter Gallery of Art, Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter present 'Bathed in Light - The Mary Hinson Flower Show' featuring the paintings of Charles Basham
Sumter County Gallery of Art, the Council of Garden Clubs of Sumter and the Deane and Roger …
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Inaugural Sumter Springfest gets rave reviews, support from attendees
Sumter has a unique charm -- one unlike any other. Whether it's the way our community supports a …
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Swan Con: Sumter's Comic Arts Festival will open Friday, March 29
University of South Carolina Sumter, in conjunction with Sumter County Cultural Commission, will …
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while lawsuits over the law proceed, reversing lower courts. The …
Boeing is defending the integrity of the fuselages on two of its largest planes, which have come under criticism from a whistleblower who warns that panels on the outside of one of the planes could …
GRAYSON, Georgia — Noble Sylvester Timmons Jr., age 93, beloved husband of 40 years to the late Gladys Virginia Thames Timmons, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Benton House Senior Living …
Elizabeth Jane Schryver Nelligan, age 87, beloved wife of nine years to Nelson E. Nelligan, died on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. You may go to …
Ray’Quan Dontrell Lamont Durant, 20, son of Reginald Lamont Durant and Tarkisha Semon Howard, was born on June 13, 2003, in Sumter. He departed this life on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in …
Horace Glover, son of the late Caleb and Cornelius Glover, was born on Feb. 10, 1944, in Dalzell. He entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Prisma Health Baptist Continual Care in …
Harry Evans Jr., husband of Pia Simmons Evans, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Lexington Medical Center, Lexington. He was born in Lynchburg, South Carolina, on Feb. 25, 1961, to Harry Sr. …
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Dear Abby, April 16, 2024: Generous gift isn't enough for mom who asks for more
DEAR ABBY: I'm a professional, well-educated adult who moved back home because of concerns about my father's health as well as having landed a …
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Dear Abby, April 15, 2024: Woman rages at husband for getting a good job
DEAR ABBY: My niece, "Elle," and her husband, "Liam," have been self-employed for 20 years, but due to the economy, Liam decided to go into the …
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Dear Abby, April 14, 2024: Relationship reaches 2 years without a meetup
DEAR ABBY: I am a gay man who matched with another guy on a dating site two years ago this month. At first, we texted constantly. No one has …
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Dear Abby for April 13, 2024: Boyfriend's contact with exes raises fresh doubts
DEAR ABBY - My boyfriend and I have dated for seven months. We have a good relationship in terms of compatibility. We are both Christian and …
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Timmie is a 9-month-old, gray tabby and white male American shorthair. He is housebroken and has many sweet and loving traits. Timmie is super with children, other cats and even dogs. Because he is so gentle and friendly, he would be a …
Reflections by Sammy Way: Movie 'A Guy Named Joe' had scenes shot in Sumter in 1943
Reflections recalls the movie "A Guy Named Joe" filmed in 1943 with various scenes being shot in Sumter, South Carolina. Hollywood press noted, "It would be England for most movie goers in the forthcoming MGM production, but for the people of …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Women pilots were important asset during World War II
Reflections celebrates Women's History Month by remembering the women who flew airplanes during World War …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Former landfill becomes beautiful garden
Today's Reflections addresses the development of Sumter's most significant floral garden. H. C. Bland, …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: John Julius Dargan, a man of many talents, accomplishments
This issue of Reflections recalls the life and work of John Julius Dargan. According to an article …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter corners, then and now
This Sumter Reflections photo essay takes a look at how popular corners in the city have changed through …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter's bells have a history of interest
This issue of Reflections focuses on the history of the bell, which was at one time found in every …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter past: A sketch of the city, its industries and its prosperity
This issue of Reflections revisits the city of Sumter circa 1889 when it was experiencing steady …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Local dirt track racer was a hero to many fans
Reflections looks back on the career of a dirt track racer and his love for the sport and his being …
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter commemorates Black History Month by honoring the Tuskegee Airmen
Reflections remembers those Black Americans who played a role in local and national history to help …
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Letter to the editor: Are Biden's actions saving the democracy of the United States?
Just so I am clear on this, my president, Joe Biden, is attempting to save the democracy by defeating a man he tried to keep off the ballot …
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Letter to the editor: Possible penny tax projects should benefit everyone
I hope the new list for the Penny for Progress are items that will be of value to all and not just a benefit for some. I voted against the last …
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Letter to the editor: Education is key to having a great quality of life
The United States of America was built on the commonwealth and common defense for this country. The purpose written by Thomas Jefferson was "We …
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Letter to the editor: God's blessings to Sumter's Dr. Britton in his retirement
Dr. J. J. Britton is a great man of character, compassion, dedication and devotion. He has been a friend and colleague of ours for the past 42 …
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Letter to the editor: Singleton deserves recognition for feeding those in need
We have someone in Sumter who deserves recognition. For the past three years, my wife and I have helped Geraldine Singleton feed people who …
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Letter to the editor: Clarendon County excited about economic growth S.C. supports
Clarendon County does NOT have any available (product) including existing buildings, speculative buildings and/or warehouse space. All buildings …
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