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Clarendon residents asked to give input on solar ordinance at Feb. 15 meeting
Solar farms have been a hot topic in Clarendon and Sumter counties during the past few months, and some residents have raised concerns while community leaders try to come up with a game plan for reviewing Clarendon's solar ordinance. On Thursday, … more
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Early voting for Republican primary begins; more than 15 Sumter, state seats will be on the November ballot
In less than nine months, we'll be voting for leaders in local, state and national seats. The South Carolina Democratic primary is done, with President Joseph R. Biden as the state's Democratic nominee. Early voting for the South Carolina … more
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Sumter school board votes 6-3 for new Mayewood athletic building
A new bathroom and concession stand area is set for a middle school football field in Sumter School District after the school board voted 6-3 on a new building concept Monday night. An option for a wood-framed building not to exceed an allotted … more
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Sumter man, 21, charged with attempted murder in connection to non-fatal shooting
Sumter police have one in custody after a shooting that occurred last Friday. According to Tonyia McGirt, public information officer for Sumter Police Department, a shooting occurred around 7:30 … more
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More details revealed in FOIA documents on investigation of Clarendon building inspector
Freedom of Information Act requests revealed more details regarding an investigation of a Clarendon County building inspector who was allegedly outside of his jurisdiction, approving site work with no site plans. In October 2023, The Sumter Item … more
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Uncovered: BROKEN BONDS: Brantley Thomas used Berkeley County schools as a personal ATM. There was more to the story.
1. The crook Before his downfall, Brantley Thomas III had reached the highest rungs of South Carolina's education ladder: He was chief financial officer for Berkeley County School District, a rapidly growing system with a $260 million budget. And … more
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Nothing like home: Camden’s Davis brings friends for concert and camaraderie for filming of ‘Southern Songwriters’
If a premature five-star rating was ever applicable to a series, this would be the one. Camden-raised Patrick Davis ventured back to South Carolina from Nashville, Tennessee, bringing with him a few talented friends to perform for his friends, … more
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Movies with Isaiah: 'Lisa Frankenstein' is unique, campy and witty adaptation
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" is a personal favorite of mine dating back to my childhood. A genius scientist creating life from the remains of a non-living being I found fascinating. Throughout the story, the creature acclimates to social norms of … more
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Sumter woman arrested after man injured in shooting early Sunday
A Sumter woman was arrested by sheriff's deputies after a man was shot early Sunday. Iszarah Rockingham-Barnett, 22, of West Avenue South in Pinewood, was arrested Sunday pursuant to a warrant … more
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Divine 9 meets for HBCU and Greek Celebration
Members of the Divine 9, representing five fraternities and four sororities, attended the HBCU and Greek Celebration at Mechanicsville UMC (the Rev. Kenneth B. Middleton) on Sunday, Jan. 28. The Bishopville/Manning/Shaw AFB Alumni Chapter of Kappa … more
Fraternity member wins award, team selection
Brother Marcus Thomas of the Bishopville/Manning/Shaw AFB Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. has been awarded the 2023 USATF National Official Committee Outstanding Service Award for outstanding contributions to the South … more
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Bishopville will see new YMCA wellness center
Bishopville and Lee County residents could see increased community health and wellness after a wellness center comes to town. On Friday, Feb. 9, the City of Bishopville, Lee County and the YMCA of the Upper Pee Dee region announced their … more
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FAQ: 3 questions about The Sumter Item's printing changes coming in March
The Sumter Item announced changes to its print delivery schedule last weekend, effective March 2. The changes include consolidating printing and delivery of the newspaper to Wednesday and Saturday, while also adding a cost-free monthly newspaper … more
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BizTalk: Brubakers prompts community to 'pay it forward'
A local coffee shop in the heart of downtown Sumter is encouraging residents and coffee connoisseurs to spread kindness by paying it forward to a stranger. Brubakers Cafe and Bakery, 13 N. Main St., has been a local coffee shop since 2020 serving … more
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Morris College's Johnson, Jackson share tunes and triumphs of music shaping their identities
Before you start this article, ponder this question: What did you want to be when you were a kid? This familiar question has been impressed upon children across generations. Their unpredictable script as they draw out their adolescent aspirations … more
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Controlled burns planned at state parks; Lee and Sumter counties included
Lee and Sumter counties could see an increase in controlled burns at state parks. In order to reduce potential wildfire risks and to improve habitat conditions for wildlife and recreation, these prescribed burns have either been held or will be held … more
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City of Manning says residents can expect refund on utility service fees by March 15
The City of Manning has issued a statement regarding mishandled service fee charges for utility payments. On Feb. 9, the city's Facebook page posted a notice to explain multiple service fee charges residents may have received in December 2023 … more
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'Dad, this is your day': Tuskegee Airmen honored with P-51 replica dedication ceremony in Sumter
A huge crowd gathered at Sumter Veterans Park on Friday morning to watch another chapter in Tuskegee Airmen history unfold. The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of African American pilots, navigators, bombardiers, supply maintenance, support staff … more
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Man wins $300,000 on lottery ticket bought in Sumter
A Midlands man didn't win anything on his first lottery ticket purchased at the Corner Stop 118 on South Guignard Drive in Sumter, but his luck changed with the second ticket. According to a Feb. 9 … more
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Georgia Pacific-Clarendon gives $5K to local college for mechatronics program
Georgia Pacific-Clarendon has given thousands of dollars to a local college in support of mechatronics instruction. On Wednesday, Feb. 7, Central Carolina Technical College and Georgia Pacific-Clarendon, one of the world's leading makers of … more
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