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Daily editionSaturday, October 3rd, 2026

Good morning, Sumter.

The 5AM Sumter Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of October.

Education

  1. Sumter School District now projects a net loss of $10 million for fiscal year 2026 after August's financial updates, down slightly from $10.1 million, and has implemented safeguards to prevent future overexpenditures.

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  2. USC Sumter’s four Palmetto College campuses were ranked No. 1 among community colleges in South Carolina in the 2027 Niche Best College rankings, with the report released today + highlighting the local academic achievement.

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  3. On Sept. 21, international teachers shared their cultures with student families during the Multicultural Superhero Literacy Celebration at Shaw Heights.

    The event celebrated diversity and literacy in Sumter and featured teachers (Philippines, Venezuela, Kenya, Ghana).

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Sports

  1. Sumter High quarterback Frank Richardson announced he will join Maryland this spring to play running back for the Terrapins after months of recruitment and offers.

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  2. Laurence Manning's Swampcats beat Augusta Christian 55-23 on Friday, Sept. 25 during homecoming as senior Asher Sanders scored touchdowns on offense and defense and earned Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week honors.

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