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SUMTER, S.C. (Aug. 21, 2020) – Sumter was named a top 20 city in the nation for the second consecutive year in the 2020 All-America City Award (AAC). In recognition for its civic engagement practices that are inspirational, inclusive and promising, Sumter was named as one of eight silver award...
Thank you Clemson University Extension and Duke Energy for hosting another Bradford Pear Bounty this weekend at Swan Lake Iris Gardens. Over 110 SC residents registered for the event, some exchanging multiple cut Bradford Pear Trees for more native species to South Carolina. Additional exchanges...
Sumter and Duke Energy to Unveil Newest Electric Vehicle Charging Station Downtown Charge Up and Cool Down(town) SUMTER, SC (26 JULY 2023) – The City of Sumter, in partnership with Duke Energy, to unveil the community’s newest Park and Plug Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station with a ribbon...
Friday, October 4, 2024, 10:30 AM Due to Hurricane Helene, the City of Sumter Sanitation Services residential yard debris routes are running behind. Friday, September 27, 2024, 8:30 AM The City's Sanitation trucks are now operating on their normal schedule. Friday, September 27, 2024, 6:30 AM Out of...
Sumter, SC- The Sumter County Museum and Temple Sinai are excited to announce the opening of Temple Sinai Jewish History Center (TSJHC) located at 11 Church Street. The Center will feature an exhibit that covers the Holocaust as well as Jewish life in Sumter. All members of the community are invited...
SUMTER, SC (Oct. 6, 2016) Sumter County emergency officials, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will open an emergency shelter Friday in preparation for Hurricane Matthew. The shelter will open at 5 PM at Crestwood High School, 2000 Oswego Highway, and will remain open until further notice...
There are three permitting systems that affect flood recovery efforts: Business licenses; Building permits; and Contractorsâ licenses. Depending on the work you need to do, you may need one or more permits. You can do cleanup or minor repair work yourself â for example; removing water from your...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Our nation’s veterans have always fought with courage and honor, risking their lives to protect the American values of freedom and democracy. Many of our men and women in uniform have been wounded, many severely disabled, and many have lost their lives in the service of our...
SUMTER, SC (Sept. 11, 2018) - The Sumter Police Department urges everyone to get prepared, have a plan, stay informed and make sure you, your family members, neighbors and acquaintances are doing the same, especially the elderly who may need assistance. GET PREPARED Have plenty of water and enough...
SUMTER, SC (August 12, 2019) - Come join us Wednesday morning on the front lawn of the Sumter County Courthouse, 141 North Main Street, as we celebrate the 285 th birthday of General Thomas Sumter. The event will begin at 10 a.m., where City of Sumter Mayor Joe McElveen and Sumter County Council...