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Join us for the next in the series of Scavenger Hunts in Downtown Sumter, starting Friday, July 23... let us show you why we #lovesumter. Race to complete challenges to earn points to win. We encourage all participants to have fun exploring Downtown Sumter, South Carolina and visit the many amazing...
Sumter's beloved swan-filled garden that rests in the heart of the city received its Level II arboretum certification this year. Sumter City Council received a presentation about the arboretum certification during Tuesday's meeting, stating Swan Lake-Iris Gardens has been selected as a worldwide...
For more than a decade, tennis has been a growing staple in Sumter. Today the racket sport stands as a pillar of Sumter's economic growth after completing Phase 1 of the Palmetto Tennis Center project, making the city a destination for elite and avid players in the country. The community celebrated...
Following an influx of mobile homes in need of roofing repairs, council unanimously approved a resolution to establish a pilot grant program for certain repairs of eligible owner-occupied mobile homes. The program will use funds from the city's allocation under the American Rescue Plan. When...
The City of Sumter Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. Garbage, yard debris, recycling collection services and public safety will run on regular schedules. Thank you.
Mayor Merchant wants to recognize residents in the City of Sumter who bring a little extra cheer to the community this year! Residents living in the city limits who have decorated their homes this Christmas season will be admitted into a Christmas Cheer Challenge. While the Mayor's committee will be...
Holiday cheer arrives in Sumter, Wednesday, December 1, with the opening of the annual Swan Lake Iris Gardens Fantasy of Lights. The Opening Ceremony will be held at 6 PM beside the Visitors Center and will feature Lakewood High School AFROTC, Kingsbury Elementary Chorus, Dreamworks Dance Academy...
The City of Sumter is celebrating Arbor Day on December 3, 2021 at Swan Lake Iris Gardens at 11am. In honor of the 2021 Arbor Day we will be planting a Dogwood Tree at Swan Lake Iris Gardens. Part of this event will be recognizing the 2021 TreesSC Heritage Tree and Golden Acorn Award. The Heritage...
There's a proposed third Capital Projects Sales Tax Referendum, and if you are interested in requesting a project, please fill out this form and mail it to: Sumter County Administration, 13 East Canal Street, Sumter, S.C. 29150 The County is also hosting a series of community meetings where City and...
Recycle your Christmas tree! City residents can place their live tree curbside through January 13 and we will pick it up. Then any resident can pick up free mulch, while supplies last, on Saturday, January 15 at Dillon Park. Questions? Call 803-436-2558.