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CHESTER EVERETT PHILLIPS

Chester Everett Phillips, 96, widower of Elinor Gillmeister Phillips, died Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Born Dec. 7, 1929, in ...
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PHOTOS: East Clarendon football hosts Dillon on senior night

Charleston Gospel Choir coming to Sumter for Christmas on Dec. 5 Charleston Gospel Choir is coming to Sumter for Christmas at ...
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Wilson Hall overcomes sloppy start for 34-9 win over Northside Christian for region crown

It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. The old adage was certainly true for Wilson Hall on Friday night against Northside Christian. The Barons’ first play of the game was a trick play ...
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Classes enjoy fall activities at Dorr Farms

Manning Early Childhood Center students spent a perfect fall day at Dorr Farms on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Mrs. Jordan and Ms.
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HopeHealth Golf Classic returns Nov. 19 to Wyboo

This year's HopeHealth Golf Classic returns for the 10th year Thursday, Nov. 19, to Wyboo Golf Club. This one-day, four-man ...
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As Daylight Saving Time ends, test smoke alarms as you turn clocks back

Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1 and the American Red Cross of South Carolina, encourages everyone to TEST ...
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An up-close look inside Sumter's schools

Sumter City Councilman Colin Davis joined Cherryvale Elementary School Principal Christine Carnes to be principal for a day ...