Daily editionFriday, September 4th, 2026
Good morning, Sumter.
The 5AM Sumter Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.
Education
Raftin Creek Elementary (an 89-year-old school in Rembert) has 121 students now, with enrollment expected to drop to 85 next year, which could force its closure; Councilman Carlton Washington proposed converting the school into a magnet program to keep it open.
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Sports
The Sumter High swim team hosted its first fall meet on Tuesday, with 11 schools competing including Wilson Hall and Lakewood.
The event marked a strong start to the season for local swimmers.
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