Daily editionTuesday, September 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Sumter.
The 5AM Sumter Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of September.
Education
Dr. Tracy R. Powell was named to the Central Carolina Technical College Area Commission for Lee County in July in Bishopville.
The native with nearly 20 years in public service— including leadership roles in health care and nonprofit sectors— will guide policies across Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee and Sumter counties.
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Sports
Wilson Hall cross country competed at Lake Murray Invitational on Saturday & the boys team finished second among 27 teams in state competition.
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Wilson Hall’s boys swim team finished second at the Pinewood Invitational Saturday; the overall team placed third (marking their first time falling short of first) during a strong fall meet in Sumter.
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