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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...
The City of Sumter is an Entitlement Community. This Entitlement status affords the City the opportunity to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds on an annual basis. The purpose of the funds is to improve the neighborhoods and make life more livable for residents, especially those...
City Council recently approved the state’s annual allocation of just over $1.3 of C-Funds (more commonly known as gas tax revenue) to resurface the following roads in city limits over the course of the next year: City Streets: Foxworth Street G Street K Street Joe Lewis Park (including Armstrong...
SUMTER, SC (22 May 2022) – Please join us in celebrating Sister Heath Wimberly on receiving the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. This award is a distinguished recognition of her lifelong dedication, exceptional leadership, and tireless service to our community. We also...
SUMTER, SC – On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, the City of Sumter officially cut the ribbon on the renovation of South Sumter Park, marking the completion of a significant community investment that enhances recreational opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities. The improvement project features...