Business
BizTalk: New sushi and hibachi restaurant is coming to Broad Street across from Walmart

A new sushi and hibachi buffet restaurant will be coming to 1390 Broad St. across the street from Walmart, likely this summer. Owner Michael Jin spoke this week and said the restaurant will be called Fumi Sushi and Grill Buffet. The site was …

Sumter City Council approvals could bring coffee roasting facility, restaurant to Sumter A coffee bean company might be moving in near Riley Park and Morris College. During the Tuesday, March 19, Sumter City Council meeting, council unanimously (though Councilman Anthony Gibson was absent) approved a request to rezone 0.73 acres at …
BizTalk: New convenience store and gas station is coming to Patriot Parkway A new convenience store and gas station is coming to Patriot Parkway on the west side of the City of Sumter. Short Trip, a chain store with 12 locations already in South Carolina, is projected to open in the October-November time frame at 3880 …
Sumter's Jay Davis recognized among elite top 2 percent of producers within Coldwell Banker Commercial for 2023 Jay Davis of Coldwell Banker Commercial Cornerstone of Sumter has earned a spot in the Elite "Top Two" within Coldwell Banker Commercial for 2023, according to a news release from CBC. The "Top Two" designation is reserved for the …
McLeod Health supports local news with Sumter Today sponsorship Sumter Today, the pioneer video news show from The Sumter Item, has a new cheerleader. McLeod Health is now a presenting sponsor of Sumter Today, enabling The Item to produce and deliver all-positive news to the community for free. "Sumter …
Education
GamecockGrafx printing class teaches life, business skills and inspires students to keep creating

"If they can dream it, then we can do it" was the original slogan of the GamecockGrafx. Originating in 2019, one may think the full-blown student-run graphics production company based out of Sumter High School …

3 storylines from recent Sumter School District board activity 1. BOARD REQUESTS TEACHER INPUT ON 50% GRADE FLOOR After a lengthy discussion at the March 25 board meeting on the merits of a quarter grade floor of 50% even when students score lower, Sumter School District's Board of Trustees said they want …
3 committee meetings on tap for Sumter school board Probably the biggest storyline from Monday's Sumter school board meeting were the announcements of three upcoming committee meetings in the next week. The district's grading system to include a 50% grade floor will be part of the discussion at …
Senior superlative recognized by Sumter School District Board Sumter High School senior Jada Collins, second from right, is recognized by Sumter School District's Board of Trustees on Monday, April 15, for receiving more than 60 college acceptance letters and $1.7 million in …
Sumter High drill team wins 1st place The Sumter High School AFJROTC Drill Team competed in their final drill meet of the year last week. The team of cadets won first place in the Unarmed Element Exhibition at the Top Gub Drill Meet hosted at McEntire Air National Guard Base. Drill …
Government
Sumter County Council holds to current law that private roads be privately maintained

Tensions were high at the latest Sumter County Council meeting regarding talk of the conditions of private dirt roads. Councilman Carlton Washington of District 1 introduced a draft of an ordinance that, if it had passed, might be able to hold …

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 …
Approvals could annex land into city limits, improve intersections Sumter City Council unanimously approved a request that could bring a new gas station and convenience store to a portion of land on Camden Highway. During the April 2 meeting, city council heard a request on first reading to annex about seven …
Clarendon News

Puddin Swamp Festival returns for another year to Turbeville

Turbeville's annual Puddin Swamp Festival was held Friday and Saturday, April 13-14, in Turbeville Town Square, with rides, a parade, the Hartsville Bubble Guy, numerous food vendors and OLANTA on stage. Saturday's events included the Heart Walk, a …

Public Record
Meetings
Support Groups: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

To update your listing or add a listing, please email pressrelease@theitem.com and include Support Groups in the subject line. AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 …

Public agenda: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Public Agenda in subject line. SANTEE WATEREE RTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Monday, April 22, 6 p.m., 129 S. Harvin St. For special …
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 …
Public Agenda: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

To correct any information or to make a submission to Public Agenda, email pressrelease@theitem.com with Public Agenda in subject line. TOWN OF LYNCHBURG PLANNING COMMISSION Wednesday, April 3, 4 p.m., Lynchburg Municipal Building, 81 Magnolia …

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Support Groups
Need help? See support groups in the Sumter area

To update your listing or add a listing, please email pressrelease@theitem.com and include Support Groups in the subject line. AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA — Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; …

Support Groups: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024
AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA Women's Meeting - Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA "How it Works" Group - …
Support Groups: Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024
AA, AL-ANON, ALATEEN: AA - Monday-Friday, noon and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA Women's Meeting - Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 1 Warren St., (803) 775-1852. AA "How it Works" Group - …
Pets

Tess is waiting for her family at the Sumter SPCA

Tess is a 1-year-old, tan female hound mix. She is very friendly and affectionate and enjoys playing and getting hugs and kisses. Tess has a happy and loving personality and would be perfect for a …

Sumter SPCA's Elijah Blue is a lovebug

 Elijah Blue is a 4-year-old, white-and-orange tabby male American shorthair. To say he is sweet is putting it mildly! Elijah is a lovebug with hair and a tail. He is seeking out a forever …

FYI
FYI: Sumter Ballroom Dance Club welcomes beginners

The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, will offer free virtual training beginning Tuesday, April 2, to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) …

FYI: Have you heard of Sumter 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 …
FYI: Sumter County Recreation Department offers after school enrichment programs
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy, will offer free virtual training beginning Monday, March 4, to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in …