Daily editionWednesday, September 16th, 2026
Good morning, Sumter.
The 5AM Sumter Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.
Culture
Mark Williams, a local filmmaker and veteran, was honored with the Sentinel Award at the inaugural Swan Lake Film Festival today — he was recognized for his service and creative work.
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Education
The Sumter school board voted four to three to remove rezoning and realignment discussion from Monday's meeting, opting instead for a comprehensive facilities study — a necessary step before any master plan changes.
Trustees said the study will guide future decisions.
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Health
Gov. Henry McMaster announced on Tuesday that South Carolina awarded 228 Rural Health Transformation Program grants totaling $167,299,900.69 to boost primary, maternal, infant, pediatric and behavioral care in rural communities.
The funding will improve facility modernization + invest in local workforce development.
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Sports
Wilson Hall’s boys swim team remained undefeated after winning the Northwood Academy Invitational on Saturday.
The Barons secured the combined team title by beating Pinewood and kept their strong start this season.
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The Sumter High football team climbed one spot in the S.C. Prep Football Media Poll on Tuesday after a strong 43 — 7 win over Crestwood on Friday, and the Gamecocks will soon face a tough opponent.
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Crestwood star running back CJ Wofford Jr. has rushed for over 2,000 yards since his junior year & he is leading the offense into his senior season after committing to UNC Charlotte.
His strong performance in Friday night games set high hopes for the team.
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The cross country teams from Sumter High, Thomas Sumter, Laurence Manning and Clarendon Hall ran in the Mike Moore Classic at Saluda Shoals Park on Saturday and achieved strong results.
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