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Daily editionFriday, August 21st, 2026

Good morning, Sumter.

The 5AM Sumter Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of August.

Health

  1. South Carolina health officials held a press conference during National Immunization Awareness Month to stress keeping vaccines up to date for children and adults and to protect against measles, meningitis and whooping cough.

    The event also named Dr. Maritere Nazario as the 2026 Immunization Champion Award winner + urged residents to consult their doctors about vaccine options.

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