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Daily editionMonday, September 14th, 2026

Good morning, Sumter.

The 5AM Sumter Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.

Education

  1. Sumter school board chairman Shawn Ragin added a vote on rezoning attendance lines and a master plan discussion to Monday’s meeting — held at 1345 Wilson Hall Road.

    Some trustees question his move as he plans to open a public charter school before leaving the board.

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Sports

  1. Pritcher ran wild as Clarendon Hall came from behind to win on Friday night after a 92-yard punt return and a goal-line fumble hurt the team (sparking a turnaround).

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  2. Lee Academy earned its first football win on Friday (Sept. 13) with a 32-0 victory over Camden Military as senior Landen Olson led a powerful offense.

    The win marks a promising season start for the team.

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