Westbound traffic on a portion of Broad Street is closed as officers respond to a vehicle incident involving a power line, says the Sumter Police Department. bit.ly/3JqGokU

The "Second Chance" Job and Resource Fair will be held tomorrow from 9 am-2 pm at the North Hope Center in Sumter, SC. This event is a great opportunity to connect ex-offenders with hiring employers and other community resources!

Two decades after it was imposed, discussion about the school debt tax has resurfaced in Clarendon County. The school district asserted the necessity of renewing the tax for another 20 years, reigniting debate within the community. theitem.com/stories/…

Officers are closing Sumter Street at Oakland Avenue temporarily until repairs can be made to address a leaning utility pole with low-hanging lines, says the Sumter Police Department. bit.ly/3xLi4rq

Tensions were high at the latest Sumter County Council meeting regarding talk of the conditions of private dirt roads. theitem.com/stories/…

Congratulations to Fire Ant Jensen Howard on his commitment to Southern Wesleyan University!

There wasn't a square inch of Manning Avenue that didn't see a smiling face or hear an exciting screech as thousands turned out for the annual Festival on Avenue. theitem.com/stories/…

In 2024, Continental’s U.S. tire plants hit anniversary milestones: 5 years in Clinton, MS, 10 years in Sumter, S.C., and 50 years in Mount Vernon, Il. With 16M+ annual tire production capacity and 6,700+ local employees, Continental ranks among top U.S. tire manufacturers!!

Bring your sensitive papers to our next SHRED DAY at Richland School District Two on April 23! Head to 763 Fashion Dr., Columbia, SC, from 11 AM – 2 PM for secure shredding by Shred360. Support Richland School District Two's International Teachers by bringing monetary donations,… pic.twitter.com/nl2d…

"It has been really, really nice," acting athletic director Tanner Brunson said. "It's busy all the time. It feels like every afternoon there's a home spring sports event going on somewhere." www.theitem.com/stor…

Signing Day Congratulations to #7 Charlie Swofford for signing with USC-Sumter today. We are proud of him he was surrounded by family and friends

Sumter High School senior Jada Collins, second from right, was recognized by Sumter School District's Board of Trustees for receiving more than 60 college acceptance letters and $1.7 million in scholarship offers to date. theitem.com/stories/…

"I guess it's just been progression, trusting the process," Sanders said. "This is our third season in, and I think the preparation we've been putting in is really starting to show." @isboogi @803United www.theitem.com/stor…

Looking for something fun this summer? ☀️ The South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics is excited to offer, in partnership with CCTC, for rising 6th – 8th grade students. June 17 - June 20, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sign up, visit: scgssm.org/camps

ATTENTION: Boys Bible Study at the church at 6:30-7:30. pic.twitter.com/HtDa…

The PreK students in Mrs. Taylor & Mrs.Miller’s class had a “berry” good time during their field study at Dorr Farms! Students learned about strawberries, bees, & farm animals. @Stephanie1Gregg @EllJayDee_AP @SumterSCSchools @DrWrightSupt @DrShirleyGamble