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Politics
Advocates push to ban subminimum wage for people with disabilities
Sumter
Sumter racing community remembers driver as hero after Saturday death following race
A fierce competitor, friends of Jody Truett say he wouldn’t give you an inch on the track, but off it, he would give you anything he could.
Sumter
Sumter County hosting community clean up days to clear litter; volunteers asked to join
Starting Saturday, April 17, community leaders alongside those who register will work to clean things up with additional events to follow every two months.
Irmo
High school juniors support local nonprofits through 'Project Warm Hearts'
Two Spring Hill juniors are picking a different nonprofit each month to hold drives for their 'Project Warm Hearts.'
Sumter
Sumter mom thankful for community, police support, after nearly going into labor at area-business
Alicia Haynes said she’s feeling thankful to those who helped her get to the hospital just in time.
Events
You could win $1,000 by donating blood in the Midlands: here's how
April is National Volunteer Month and the American Red Cross is asking for donors to give blood and rewarding some volunteers
Sumter
Sumter program helping former inmates transition into life after incarceration
Sumter’s Clean Slate Reentry Program is often the first step former inmates will take after incarceration.
Community
SC Black Expo returns -- virtually -- April 24, 2021
Event seeks to promote economic development through increased exposure for minority-owned businesses in South Carolina and beyond.
Sumter
Sumter churches hosting fishing tournament to support local charity
The 'Go Fish' tournament takes place Saturday, April 10 at Pack's Landing in Pinewood. The proceeds go to Sumter United Ministries.
Sumter
Old Sumter gas station demolished, intersection set for upgrade, mayor says
The dilapidated gas station on North Washington Street has been demolished. Intersection nearby also set for an upgrade, mayor says.
Business
Despite pandemic, Columbia sees spike in new businesses, leaders say
More businesses are opening and finding success as they discover new ways to thrive, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Local News
National Donor Life month encourages organ donation through hero stories
National Donate Life Month encourages people to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
Sumter
Sumter racing community remembers driver as hero after Saturday death following race
A fierce competitor, friends of Jody Truett say he wouldn’t give you an inch on the track, but off it, he would give you anything he could.
Sumter
Sumter County hosting community clean up days to clear litter; volunteers asked to join
Starting Saturday, April 17, community leaders alongside those who register will work to clean things up with additional events to follow every two months.
Irmo
High school juniors support local nonprofits through 'Project Warm Hearts'
Two Spring Hill juniors are picking a different nonprofit each month to hold drives for their 'Project Warm Hearts.'
Sumter
Sumter mom thankful for community, police support, after nearly going into labor at area-business
Alicia Haynes said she’s feeling thankful to those who helped her get to the hospital just in time.
Events
You could win $1,000 by donating blood in the Midlands: here's how
April is National Volunteer Month and the American Red Cross is asking for donors to give blood and rewarding some volunteers
Sumter
Sumter program helping former inmates transition into life after incarceration
Sumter’s Clean Slate Reentry Program is often the first step former inmates will take after incarceration.
Community
SC Black Expo returns -- virtually -- April 24, 2021
Event seeks to promote economic development through increased exposure for minority-owned businesses in South Carolina and beyond.
Sumter
Sumter churches hosting fishing tournament to support local charity
The 'Go Fish' tournament takes place Saturday, April 10 at Pack's Landing in Pinewood. The proceeds go to Sumter United Ministries.
Sumter
Old Sumter gas station demolished, intersection set for upgrade, mayor says
The dilapidated gas station on North Washington Street has been demolished. Intersection nearby also set for an upgrade, mayor says.
Business
Despite pandemic, Columbia sees spike in new businesses, leaders say
More businesses are opening and finding success as they discover new ways to thrive, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Local News
National Donor Life month encourages organ donation through hero stories
National Donate Life Month encourages people to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
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