Daily editionSunday, October 11th, 2026
Good morning, Sumter.
The 5AM Sumter Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of October.
Education
The 24th Francis Marion Symposium will take place Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16-17 in Clarendon — focusing on Francis Marion’s legacy and the Southern Campaigns of the American Revolution.
Residents can sign up to attend this local educational event.
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Health
The American Heart Association donated a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan to Jehovah Missionary Baptist Church in Sumter today.
The donation includes Hands Only CPR kits, a self monitoring blood pressure station and an AED (automated external defibrillator) to help people respond to heart emergencies.
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The American Red Cross is asking local donors to give blood and platelets this fall to help keep the supply strong.
Donation events will occur from Oct. 7–31 at several sites including Sumter High School on Oct. 27, and donors will receive gift cards based on when they donate.
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Sports
Crestwood football won a critical region game in Hartsville on Friday after holding a two-touchdown lead, though the Red Foxes narrowed the margin later (Wofford delivered a standout performance that bolstered the Knights' play).
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Manning rallied on Friday night at homecoming when senior CJ Robinson sparked a comeback with two kick-return touchdowns that lifted the team to a 36-30 win against East Clarendon.
His standout play earned him Hines Furniture Athlete of the Week honors.
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Sumter High's football team played Gray Collegiate on Saturday, Oct. 10 (they built a strong first half) and energized local fans with an exciting display near campus.
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Wilson Hall football hosted Spartanburg Christian in a game last Saturday, Oct. 10 + local photos capture the excitement of the matchup.
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