A group of Black and white Americans traveled to challenge discriminatory state laws and local customs that enforced segregation 65 years ago. A new generation of riders retraced that road with the freedom to vote being the cause carrying them forward. theitem.com/stories/a-road-w…

The family of Shaw Air Force Base Senior Airman Carlen Hailey has filed paperwork to pursue a $50 million claim against the United States for its alleged role in their loved one's death. theitem.com/stories/family-o…

After 60 years of living, working and doing business in Sumter, the Jones family is making one of its most significant investments yet in the community it calls home. theitem.com/stories/new-gmc-…

Clarendon County Council approved third and final reading of an amendment to the Clarendon County Industrial Park Master Agreement at its regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 12. theitem.com/stories/clarendo…

Sumter United Ministries has launched a new supporting fund to help keep their service to the community alive for generations to come. theitem.com/stories/ministry…

Randolph Turner "Charlie" Dubose, the creative mind behind the Dubose Christmas Lights display on Gaddy Court, passed away Monday, Oct. 19 at his home. He was 75. Reflect on his legacy in the 2022 Lakeside feature by The Item. theitem.com/stories/charlie-…

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Before the annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 10, historic downtown Sumter welcomed runners for the 5th-Annual Oktoberfest Buzz Run 5K with proceeds benefiting Sumter United Ministries. See more photos online: theitem.com/stories/oktoberf…

Fear is inevitable. But to see one face their fears only shows how little that fear is when you have faith in yourself. That's the broad message in Sumter Little Theatre's "Wiley and the Hairy Man." Read online: theitem.com/stories/sumter-l…

"I just started bawling...I could not believe this was happening to me," said U.S. Army veteran Aimee Capuchina. Read online: theitem.com/stories/sumters-…

The honor recognized Sepulveda's "significant achievement in the field of choral music." Read more: theitem.com/stories/sepulved…

The rain didn't chase away people looking for special deals and shopping at a market with 75 vendors over a two-day period. theitem.com/stories/rain-doe…

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"It has been an emotional roller-coaster ride trying to get through this year without her. This [Pink in the City] is her baby. It's like you're raising the child of somebody else. But we did it, and I think we really pulled it off." theitem.com/stories/carrying…

One great big pumpkin, several cozy porches and plenty of food and fun for everyone. That was the scene as the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and its Hospitality Hosts welcomed a sold-out crowd to the annual Porches of Sumter. theitem.com/stories/chamber-…

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It may be fall, but, according to Nat Bradford, watermelon season isn't quite over yet. Bradford Watermelon Farm is back in season and will be available for purchase starting Monday, Oct. 12. theitem.com/stories/sumters-…

Clarendon County Coroner Jacqueline Blackwell defended her office's workload, staffing and budget before county council at the Sept. 14 meeting, arguing that a more than $142,000 budget cut has hindered her ability to serve grieving families. theitem.com/stories/resident…

One of Sumter's oldest, local independent restaurants that has always had a local nostalgic theme is "back and here to stay," as its new owner has worked to restore it to its glory days. theitem.com/stories/return-t…

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chief Hampton Gardner led a news conference on Thursday, Oct. 8, providing an update on the fatal shooting of two men at a county Dollar General. theitem.com/stories/armed-ro…