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Sumter Police: Searching for man connected to attempted robbery, shooting

Jan 12, 2024 6:01 PM EST

The Sumter Police Department is searching for a man after officers say he was involved in an attempted armed robbery and shooting at a home on Thursday night.

SCSO: 19-year-old wanted in connection with ongoing robbery case in custody

Jan 12, 2024 12:25 PM EST

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says 19-year-old Cameron Pearson is in custody after being wanted in connection with an ongoing robbery case.

Bon Appetit! South Carolina Restaurant Week underway

Jan 11, 2024 3:44 PM EST

From casual settings, to fine dining experiences, participating restaurants will feature new dishes as well as fan favorites.

E-Learning, dismissals, closings for Friday

Jan 11, 2024 12:02 PM EST

Schools in the Midlands are announcing E-Learning days and schedule changes as they prepare for the possible weather on Friday, Jan. 12.

Sumter Co.: Two men facing multiple charges after chase

Jan 10, 2024 11:14 AM EST

Two men are facing multiple charges after a deputy chase in Sumter County, says the sheriff's office.

IRS to start accepting 2023 tax returns on January 29

Jan 9, 2024 2:55 PM EST

The IRS says they'll accept your tax return starting on January 29th.

E-Learning schedules & closings due to possible severe weather

Jan 9, 2024 10:46 AM EST

Due to possible severe weather for Tuesday, January 9, 2024, multiple school districts in the Midlands will be going to an eLearning day & multiple businesses will close.

Sumter Co.: Deputies investigating after hunter found human skull

Jan 9, 2024 10:36 AM EST

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a hunter noticed a round white object that appeared to be a human skull, says deputies.

Veterans Claims Clinic

Jan 8, 2024 7:09 PM EST

Veterans in the Midlands have a chance to learn more about services available to them next week.

Sumter County deputies searching for 16-year-old last seen on Valleybrook Road

Jan 8, 2024 11:20 AM EST

The teen was last seen at her home on Valleybrook Road wearing a black hoodie and black leggings, say Sumter County deputies.

Sumter Co.: Man last seen driving black Ford Expedition found

Jan 8, 2024 10:34 AM EST

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a missing man, said the SCSO.

Sumter County: Midlands teen returns home

Jan 8, 2024 10:30 AM EST

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office says Wright returned to her home on Jan. 8.

Governor Mcmaster Announces Executive Budget

Governor McMaster unveils proposed budget for this fiscal year

Jan 5, 2024 5:44 PM EST

With lawmakers set to return to the State House next week Governor Henry McMaster released his proposed budget for this fiscal year.

Sumter County deputies warn of defrauding scam

Jan 4, 2024 6:47 PM EST

The Sumter County Sheriff’s Office is warning people of someone calling residents in Sumter County and claiming to be a member of law enforcement.

South Carolina achieves second-highest industry recruitment in 2023

Jan 4, 2024 3:27 PM EST

The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) has released its 2023 industry recruitment results.

Deputies: Woman accused in Christmas morning attempted murder

Jan 4, 2024 9:36 AM EST

According to investigators, the victims say the gunshots just missed them and damaged their car.

Sumter Police: Man wanted in connection with May domestic-related assault

Jan 2, 2024 2:16 PM EST

The Police Sumter Department is asking for the public's help finding a man wanted in connection with a domestic-related assault in May 2023, said SPD.

Sumter police seeking the public's help finding 15-year-old

Jan 1, 2024 10:32 AM EST

The Sumter Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing teen last seen on Saturday, said the SPD.

SCDPS announces increase of law enforcement for New Year holiday travel

Dec 28, 2023 11:57 AM EST

Starting on December 29-January 1 motorist across South Carolina will see additional enforcement on the road, said the SC Department of Public Safety.