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Teens' reading and math scores have stagnated, US test results show
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (55+ words) The Sumter Item Teens' reading and math scores have stagnated, US test results show More Articles to Read FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years Broken speaker? Finicky zipper? Repair Cafes urge you to fix it instead…...
DPH expands Newborn Screening Program
1+ week, 10+ hour ago (276+ words) COLUMBIA - The South Carolina Department of Public Health announces expansions within its Newborn Screening Program, including the addition of two new conditions to the robust testing panel. On May 31, DPH expanded the panel to include Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (MPS-II, also…...
Mother's Milk Bank of S. C. opens new depot for breast milk donation in Sumter
1+ week, 1+ day ago (130+ words) The Item Mother's Milk Bank of S. C. opens new depot for breast milk donation in Sumter In 2024, there were 6, 844 babies born at less than 37 weeks in South Carolina. March of Dimes reported the state's preterm birth rate is above the national…...
Crestwood seniors walk across the stage
1+ week, 4+ day ago (93+ words) The Sumter Item Crestwood seniors walk across the stage Crestwood High School celebrates the Class of 2026 at the school's graduation at Sumter County Civic Center on Friday, May 22. Local reporters bringing you local news. Stay in the know about all…...
Temple Sinai Jewish History Center to host 'Song of Our People' free concert celebrating Jewish musical heritage
3+ week, 1+ day ago (243+ words) Sumter Museum will present "Song of Our People" on Sunday, June 7, at 3 p. m. at its Temple Sinai Jewish History Center, 11 Church St. , Sumter. This free concert invites the community to experience the richness and range of Jewish art music in a…...
Item intern Martin says program helped her gain confidence, learn the community, manage time
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (130+ words) The Item Item intern Martin says program helped her gain confidence, learn the community, manage time During my time at The Item, I learned so much. I worked with so many amazing people and got many chances to see the…...
AI deepfakes and teens" digital footprint: What parents should know
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (122+ words) A child's data might be misused to recreate an image or video of them in situations that aren't real," Lyu explains. That content can stay online and affect your child for years." Quitting social media isn't necessarily the answer. Instead,…...
How reading aloud shapes children's emotional development
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (750+ words) A'ac breaks down the cognitive, emotional and social bene'ts of reading to children, and why the stories you choose together matter. Reading to children, toddlers and even babies is a bene'cial and meaningful way to spend quality time together. That's…...
Morris' Founders' Day speaker challenges students to leave a legacy
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (65+ words) The Item Morris' Founders' Day speaker challenges students to leave a legacy College alumna weaves message of 'What will your footprints say?' What will your legacy be? Will you simply exist or make an impact? Will you just follow the…...
Central Carolina Technical College earns Military Friendly School designation for 15th year
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (312+ words) Central Carolina Technical College has once again been recognized for its commitment to serving the military community, earning the 2025-2026 Military Friendly School Gold designation in the small community college category. The college was also named a Military Spouse Friendly School....