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Daily editionFriday, October 2nd, 2026

Good morning, Sumter.

The 5AM Sumter Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of October.

Health

  1. The South Carolina Department of Public Health urges Sumter residents to get their annual flu shot as the 2026-27 flu season starts today.

    Vaccines are available at local pharmacies and clinics to help protect everyone 6 months and older before flu activity increases.

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