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13 candidates to vie for school board 3 more file for city race BY RAYTEVIA EVANS ray@theitem.com (803) 774-1214

Sumter School District board of trustee’s member Patty Wilson will have more company for the race for her Area 3 seat. With Friday’s noon deadline for candidates to file, Lucille McQuilla became the 13th and final school board office seeker, including four candidates running for the Area 3 seat alone. Lamar Atkins, another candidate running against Wilson, also joined the race earlier this week, while 1983 Sumter High School graduate Philip Marlowe declared his candidacy for

the Area 1 seat. Atkins worked in Sumter School District 17 before consolidation for more than 40 years and said he called Wilson, who he has known for a while, to inform her of his intent to run for the position. “I’m an advocate for what’s best for the children, and I’m paying back for all of the history beMARLOWE cause I have three daughters, one who graduated Sumter High in ’89, one in ’93 and the last one in 2000,” Atkins said. “I called Patty Wilson, and I’ve known her, and we’ve been friends for many years. I told her

I was running, and we laughed about it.” Atkins, like many of the candidates, has contributed to the community and the school district in previous years — lending a hand with decisions on attendance lines during consolidation. Marlowe, a small business owner and a graduate of Lander University, said he has been in Sumter since 1981 and also has connections with the school district. His mother and wife taught for Sumter public schools, and his son graduated from Sumter High and is now a teacher in the district. “I believe that it is essential that we

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Technical College that initiated STEM 10, where the school district and CCTC will offer mechatronics classes to students starting in the 10th grade to prepare them for jobs similar to those at Continental Tire the Americas, Eaton and other surrounding businesses. “We need to focus on building bridges and being receptive. The unity we have, we couldn’t do without the support of our community and county council which funded our budget this year,” Baker said. Baker acknowledged that in their efforts to continue to move the district forward and provide the best education for Sumter County youth, they will encounter some tough days and some obstacles. “We cannot lose sight of the challenges that lay ahead. There will be days that we’ll get discouraged, but

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Sumter High School’s Suzanne Koty was named 2014-15 District Teacher of the Year by Sumter County School District at Friday’s annual Back-to-School meeting.

SHS’ Suzanne Koty honored during Back-to-School meeting Kicking off the last weekend of summer break, Sumter School District hosted its Back-to-School meeting Friday afternoon at Sumter County Civic Center — welcoming more than 1,000 teachers and administrators. The educators packed the center for the twohour event where the 2014-15 District Teacher of the Year was announced, and Superintendent Frank Baker shared his goals for the academic year. Tina Sorrells, the 2013-14 District Teacher of the Year and the new chairwoman for Sumter Teacher Forum, announced Suzanne Koty of Sumter High School as the new District Teacher of the Year. “I am honored to have the opportunity to represent these men and women of Sumter School District,” Koty said

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after receiving the title Friday afternoon. “I’m really excited to work with everyone, and I’m looking forward to a good year.” Shaw Heights Elementary School’s Tamitha Sellers and Hillcrest Middle School’s Sheila Ragin-Choice were finalists for the 2014-15 District Teacher of the Year. During his remarks, Baker said this year the school district will focus more on accountability, collaboration and partnerships and recognizing success. He pointed out that Wednesday’s 16th Annual Sumter County Teachers’ Luncheon, organized and hosted by the Sumter County Ministerial Alliance and the Sumter County Concerned Clergy, is one example of collaborating and building relationships with members of the community — something they hope to do even more of in the 2014-15 school year. He also highlighted the partnership with Central Carolina

BY BRADEN BUNCH braden@theitem.com (803) 774-1201 Sumter voters in two of the four city council seats up for election in November will have choices to make when they go to the polls, while the other two incumbents can rest easy, as they have been virtually guaranteed re-election. Three more candidates, all of whom have sought public ofWHITAKER fice before, filed their paperwork shortly before Friday’s noon deadline. The filing by both Alan Cannon and Edsel CANNON “Whit” Whitaker to enter the special election to fill the Ward 4 seat means the 84-year-old Colleen Yates, who last served on council 30 years JOE ago, will now be in a three-way race to finish the last two years of the term being vacated by Charles Burns, who is moving outside the ward. “It’s time to get involved again,” Whitaker said, adding he thinks the city has made some gains recently but still has some issues to deal with. The 55-year-old Whitaker last ran for Sumter mayor in 2004, receiving 31 percent of the vote in his unsuccessful bid against Mayor Joe McElveen. “We need to work the idea of getting Sumter out of the negative light and into the positive spotlight,” Whitaker said. Meanwhile, the 45-year-old Cannon, who is one of the coowners of Elmore-CannonStephens Funeral Home, said he had been encouraged to run by several of his neighbors and that he felt it was important that he give back to the community that has served him well as a business owner. “I just felt like it was a good time to be a part of what was going on in town and be a part of the positive change,” Cannon said. This will be Cannon’s second run for office. Two years ago, he unsuccessfully challenged the Rev. Ralph Canty for a position on the Sumter School District board of trustees. Meanwhile, the Rev. Charles Joe’s decision to challenge councilman Thomas “Bubba” Lowery prompts a rematch of the 2010 race for Ward 1. Four years ago, Lowery defeated the 63-year-old retired educator, receiving 63 percent of the vote. In confirming his bid for office, Joe said he simply wants

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United Way gets $140K grant for reading program Group still needs tutors BY JADE REYNOLDS jade@theitem.com (803) 774-1250 The Corporation for National and Community Service recently awarded South Carolina $2,322,309 in AmeriCorps funding, according to a news release from the S.C. Commission on National and Community Service. The money will be given to the United Way Association of South Carolina to award sub-grants to nonprofit organizations and public agencies. United Way of Sumter, Clarendon & Lee Counties is one of the 13 such

groups to receive a grant. The $141,791 will be used to support the Reading Success AmeriCorps program, said Stephanie Bomar, AmeriCorps program coordinator for the Sumterbased organization. Now they just need tutors. “We are still seeking applicants, and those interested should contact our office right away or apply online,” Bomar said. “We’ve extended the deadline and will accept applicants until all positions have been filled.” These AmeriCorps members will work one on one or in groups with Sumter and Lee County students in kindergarten through third grade to improve literacy skills. Students are

selected by the schools. The commitment is yearlong and requires 15 to 20 hours a week during the school year. Training is provided, as is a small stipend. The Corporation for National and Community Service will also make a Segal Education Award/Scholarship available to the AmeriCorps members, the news release states. After completing a full term of service, AmeriCorps members receive an award of $5,645 to be used to attend college or to pay off student loans. For more information or to apply for a position, visit uwaysumter.org/AmeriCorps, email Stephanie Bomar at sbomar@uwaysumter.org or call (803) 773-7935.

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Police push safety before new school year begins BY ROB COTTINGHAM rob@theitem.com (803) 774-1225 Sumter Police Department is ramping up efforts to make sure the children of Sumter have a safe transition back into school next week. Starting Monday, expect to see more officers posted at crosswalks and intersections around schools as police join the effort to welcome students back to school. Officers will also be keeping a close eye on drivers by increasing patrols near schools, monitoring speeds and other violations, such as passing stopped school buses. “There’s always a lot of excitement associated with the first day of school. However, as law enforcement, we have to place a special emphasis on safety to make sure that excitement isn’t dampened by a tragic accident,” Police Chief Russell F. Roark III said. “Over the summer, drivers have gotten out of the routine of slowing down and taking other precautions when traveling through school zones and neighborhoods where students walk. We’re hoping that with increased patrols, drivers will be reminded that it’s time to be extra careful and obey traffic laws. However, strict enforcement will continue throughout the year.” Officials ask that motorists be mindful of traffic laws

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Sumter police will have an increased presence on the first day of school Monday, monitoring vehicle speeds and possible violations. Drivers and students alike are asked to follow commands of crossing guards. and help keep things safe for children trying to get to school. Be aware of the school zone speed limit, which is 25 miles per hour when signs’ lights are flashing, and watch for children crossing the roadway or at crosswalks. Perhaps one of the most important reminders is that drivers should never pass a stopped school bus with flashing lights. Drivers must stop when approaching a school bus that is stopped to pick up or let off children. The driver must remain stopped until the bus stop sign is retracted and red warning lights are turned off. For more information

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Choose the safest route to school and walk it with your child before allowing him or her to travel it alone. Always look both ways before crossing the street. Cross in the designated crosswalks, not in the middle of the block. Never cross from between parked cars. Never cross an intersection diagonally. Cross the street with the crossing guard when possible. Children should look to see that drivers are aware of them. Making eye contact with a driver is a good way to know whether a driver is aware that someone is about to cross the road. Always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle to school.

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∙ Walk bicycles across the crosswalk. ∙ Be careful in parking lots – look out for cars as they may not be able to see you. Never walk or run in front of cars. Teach children the meaning of traffic signs. Stop at all stop signs and red lights, and obey traffic signals. Only cross when the walk signal is lit. When walking on sidewalks, be aware of driveways and alleys. When walking down a street with no sidewalks, walk as near to the edge of the road as possible, facing traffic. Wearing bright-colored clothing increases visibility. Reflective tape on jackets, backpacks and bikes will also help children be more visible to drivers.

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Guests at the exhibition and reception for students of the Sumter County Gallery of Art’s summer art camp check out some of the work from the camp’s youth pottery class Aug. 9 at the gallery. A faculty of art professionals and educators taught several genres in seven weeks of classes for students age 4 and up.

Karen Watson, above center, executive director of the Sumter County Gallery of Art, talks with young artists, their families and friends about summer art camp during the reception. Students in the gallery’s summer classes worked in a variety of media and temporarily left a few pieces behind, seen at left, for the exhibition and reception.

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COLUMBIA — From his desktop computer, Denny Newman can monitor the temperature settings of offices inside the South Carolina Baptist Convention, raising and lowering the thermostat as needed. When it’s time to change a compressor in one of the convention’s six rooftop HVAC units, Newman, the convention’s facilities manager, can climb up to the roof and carry out the malfunctioning compressor in a hand cart, thanks to the installation of smaller, more energy-efficient units. That’s a vast change from the days when a crane had to lift out the 300- to 400-pound part. Most recently, the convention has taken the lead in reducing its power use outside its headquarters off Interstate 126 and Greystone Boulevard by converting all its outside fixtures to energy-efficient LED lighting. Newman said the convention’s energy conservation measures — which include placing sensors on lighting fixtures in bathrooms, copier areas and other areas where people might step in and out briefly — were aimed at reducing the convention’s energy footprint. The measures also could lead to an estimated annual savings of about $3,700, Newman said. With lower electric bills, more of the convention’s budget can go to missions rather than the electric company, he said. “Every dime that comes to this place comes from someone’s collection plates,” Newman said. So he said he is always mindful of using as many measures as possible to keep the convention’s energy bill low. After 5 p.m., the air-conditioning units are turned off and do not come on until 4:30 a.m., “alternately, so there is not a big power surge.” The convention took advantage of a South Carolina Electric and Gas lighting incentive program that gave them an $8,290 rebate on the $27,950 LED installation. SCE&G spokeswoman Emily Brady

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CHURCHES’ ‘GREEN’ IDEAS The expansion of Cutler Jewish Day School, located at Beth Shalom Synagogue, 5827A N. Trenholm Road, will incorporate green initiatives in the design. Forest Lake Presbyterian Church, 6500 N. Trenholm Road, one of the leaders of the green movement, planted a community garden this spring to raise vegetables for Harvest Hope Food Bank. The church also has motion sensors on lights and timers on its HVAC system, among its energy-saving strategies. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1715 Broad River Road, has developed a triangle patio garden called Jacob’s Garden, named for member Ron Jacobs, who developed the plans for the church’s all-purpose wing. It is certified as a wildlife habitat. Church member June Metts also said the church tries to serve “Earth-friendly” meals that use local produce and lean toward vegetarian fare. St. Michael’s & All Angels’ Episcopal Church, 6408 Bridgewood Road, has begun composting kitchen waste material into its garden and educating children to provide food for others. St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, 735 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin, has weatherproofed all doors and windows and installed programmable thermostats in the sanctuary.

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Venture out into S.C. — and linger awhile BY IVY MOORE ivy@theitem.com (803) 774-1221 Sometimes you just don’t want to spend your day off cleaning house or your weekend mowing grass and pulling weeds. Tom Poland’s “Classic Carolina Road Trips” offers a much more exciting alternative. The subtitle, “Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders,” promises an educational experience as well. As it turns out, it does both quite well. One of my more optimistic friends regards getting lost as “an adventure.” Readers of Poland’s new book can confine their adventures around South Carolina to defined routes that still offer room for exploration. Poland lays out 63 trips across the state, some of them overnights, others day trips. Skip the ones you’ve already done — who hasn’t been to Swan Lake-Iris Gar-

dens, the Sumter Opera House, Boykin or the S.C. Cotton Museum in Bishopville? — and you can cover the entire state in a year or less, traveling just on the weekends. Some destinations, such as Edgefield and Aiken, are so close together, they can be combined. If it’s you who hasn’t explored Sumter’s nearby sites, you can manage them in a day, but their attractions are so numerous, you might want to linger awhile. Lingering is, in fact, highly recommended by Poland, who advises that we forsake the Interstates and take the back roads as much as possible, and, “Expect the unexpected, for traveling the back roads is pure adventure.” While his starting point for all the road trips is the S.C. Statehouse in Columbia, it’s easy to translate them to any home base, especially those in the center of the state. Longer day trips he recom-

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In his new book, “Classic Carolina Road Trips,” Tom Poland lays out 63 trips across South Carolina. mends include Charleston’s historic downtown and its beaches; Edgefield, whose claims to fame include 10 S.C. governors, a long pottery tradition and what are probably

the best peaches in the country; and South Carolina’s “Scandinavia,” comprising the areas around Denmark, Norway and Sweden, charming small towns that are often captured in the paintings of famed Denmark resident Jim Harrison. Many of the sights will be unfamiliar even to S.C. natives and longtime residents: Take Collins Ole Towne in Central, for example. This town takes you back to the 1930s with its wood schoolhouse, general store and oldtime barbershop; Poland compares the town to Mayberry. Also check out Campbell’s Covered Bridge near Gowensville; Old French Huguenot Country near McCormick; the Big Mo drive-in theater in Monetta, still showing firstrun films you can watch in your pajamas; and more. Poland describes each road trip concisely in a short chapter, leaving readers the option to find additional adventures

en route and at their destinations. And if you get road weary, take a long, cool drink from Blackville’s Healing Springs, deeded to God since 1944. Poland’s observations are entertaining, and his directions are basic, so you’ll need a map or MapQuest. He advises packing some food for areas scarce in restaurants. You might want to take along a change of clothes, just in case you fall victim to “the beautiful treasures of South Carolina” and want to linger overnight on even the shorter trips. Poland will sign copies of “Classic Carolina Road Trips” at the book launch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 21 at Uptown Gifts LLC, 1204 Main St. in Columbia. Published by The History Press, the book sells for $19.99 and will be available in bookstores, including Books-A-Million. Visit www.historypress.net for more information.

SLT production offers ‘verbal, visual mirth’ Non-stop Shakespeare opens season BY JANE G. COLLINS Special to The Sumter Item

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WHAT: “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)” WHERE: Sumter Little Theatre, 10 Mood Ave. WHEN: Aug. 14-17 and 21-24, Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. COST: $15 adults, $12 student/military/ senior PHONE: (803) 775-2150

production “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).” In fact, words of caution: If you plan to see the show hoping to get extra brownie points for studying and understanding Shakespeare in school, forget it. What you will get, however, is an evening of fun and laughter. Humor is a matter of taste, and realistically, you can’t please everyone. If you can remember the vintage scenes of Tim Conway and Carol Burnett, if you can recall some of the really campy scenes with Imogene Coca and Sid Caesar, if you have paid homage to the memory of the talented but zany comedy of Robin Williams, if you are fond of shtick, sight gags and vaudeville, you may find yourself laughing unreservedly (I did). There is great fun in the spoofs of the bard’s 37 plays. There are many opportunities to appreciate the acting of the three performers — Kelly Melton, Matt Wilt and Tristan Pack. The play becomes an effective ensemble with each actor offering a multitude of verbal and visual mirth. Whether narrator aging, hacking Polonius or the blood-thirsty Paula Deen in the revised version of “Titus Andronicus,” (by the way, “‘bone’ appétit,” everyone), Melton brings a variety of humorous moments. He is careful to keep the audience aware of his deliberate spoofing but maintains

convincing believability to his characters. As Juliet’s nurse — neckline “flopping” — the besotted Romeo or the sword-fighting Hamlet, Matt Wilt proves he understands timing, “fopping” and quick character changes. He moves easily from one portrayal to another, adding delightful facial expressions and staged double takes. Original Shakespearean plays used young boys for female roles. Tristan Pack brings mercurial lightness and “feyness” (if the play can make up dialogue and outcomes, I can make up new spellings for recycled words). Whether tossing his/her hair, climbing a pole, his over-the-top gamboling as the young Juliet, barfing to audience members or touching her tooblonde ringlets as he plays Ophelia giving the audience rosemary and thyme, Pack develops loveable female characters. He also seems comfortable reciting serious Shakespeare or playing other characters as well as the female ones. Although not everyone may appreciate the production’s 21st-century version of “Othello,” I found it delightfully sacrilegious as a rap, solving both a casting and drama problem. The ball caps, Melton’s low pants and MC Hammer style and the actors’ stereotyped movements seemed a contemporary approach to learning not to take ourselves too seriously. Opening night, the audience participation section really “lucked out” with the selection of a Sumter High School girl to come on stage. She embraced her im-

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From left, Matt Wilt as Hamlet, Kelly Melton as Titus Andronicus and Tristan Pack as Ophelia take on most of the roles in Shakespeare’s 37 plays in Sumter Little Theatre’s “The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged),” the opening play of Sumter Little Theatre’s 2014-15 season. promptu role with aplomb and infectious enthusiasm, setting a wonderful tone for embracing the fun of the play and the audience participation that ensued. The football scene afforded another chance to experience the play’s current possibilities. The play’s conclusion, which featured Hamlet, led the audience through a dizzying frenzy of multiple takes and retakes, emphasizing the ensemble’s competency with

characterization and comedic timing. Some of the acting might seem “over the top,” but the play encourages “ham-lets.” Even Confucius could not escape “the fickle finger of fun.” The direction, costumes, sound, lighting and set design all added to the evening’s overall success. In many ways the play was “a tale, told by an idiot … much ado about nothing … a comedy of errors (for you to take) as you like it.”

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It’s as though I’m throwing away money. But that extra cost gives me peace of mind. I’m able to rely on my phone any time I have trouble with my wired broadband service at home. I’m able to visit friends without needing their BY ANICK JESDANUN Wi-Fi password. I can’t use the phone AP Technology Writer as a Wi-Fi hotspot, but I can use it instead of my laptop for Web surfing. I’m also recouping some of that MALVERN, Iowa — As my two-year contract with Verizon came to an end cost in my travels. I avoided paying last month, I had to resist the compa- $45 for three days of Internet access at a San Francisco hotel. Between ny’s various promotions and disthat stay and a daylong train trip counts. down the Pacific Coast, I used nearly In accepting the offers, I’d have to give up Verizon’s unlimited data plan, 6 gigabytes for streaming video. I also consider the extra cost to be inwhich lets me use the phone’s cellular data connection as much as I want surance. I have no idea what high-data without overage fees. It’s so good that apps and services might come along. I wasn’t streaming video much when the both Verizon and AT&T have been two largest carriers stopped offering phasing it out. Existing customers unlimited plans. Now, that’s my primahave been allowed to keep those ry way of watching television. plans, but they get kicked out once Families that want to share a pool they accept these offers. of data will have to switch to a limitI am paying more to keep my uned-use plan, as will individuals who limited plan, so I’ll have to explain my reasoning. Whether you’re still on don’t want to pay for something they an unlimited plan, you’ll have similar might not need. Not everyone will things to consider when your phone consider the extra cost worth it. contract expires. Unfortunately, Verizon will soon slow down service for its heaviest SHOULD I KEEP THE users — the top 5 percent — when UNLIMITED DATA PLAN? there is congestion in a given area. It has already been doing that for 3G AT&T stopped offering unlimited service and will extend that to highplans to new customers in 2010, and er-speed 4G network in October. I’ll Verizon followed in 2012. An undishave to see how that affects my closed number of customers have kept those plans, but once they leave, streaming. AT&T already has been slowing they aren’t allowed back. Verizon has further enticed custom- down service once users reach 3 gigabytes or 5 gigabytes, depending on ers to switch by ending subsidies on the phone. Unlike Verizon, new phones. That means customers AT&T still allows unlike me have to pay full retail price, limited-plan customor about $650, for the latest high-end ers to get subsiphone, even after the contract is up. dized phones with Usually, it’s $200. a two-year conNew customers get a set amount of data to use each month, typically 2 gi- tract extension. gabytes for a single phone line. Even SHOULD I SWITCH with my unlimited plan, I rarely go over that amount. Yet I’m reluctant to CARRIERS? cede it. T-Mobile and Beyond paying more for the phone, Sprint still offer unI’m paying about $10 a month more limited plans. So for voice, text and data compared why not switch, espewith current rates for 2 gigabytes. I cially as T-Mobile don’t even get unlimited calls or texts also offers perks such — just data. as free data service

when traveling abroad? All four national carriers offer decent service in populated areas. But T-Mobile and Sprint are more likely to be slow or non-existent elsewhere. What I saw near Malvern, Iowa, was typical of my experience searching for signals in rural America: Verizon and AT&T offered two or three bars on 4G. Sprint had no service, and T-Mobile offered a slow-speed network. That doesn’t mean AT&T and Verizon are always better. During checks east of Grand Junction and Glenwood Springs in Colorado, AT&T and T-Mobile had limited service, while Verizon and Sprint had none at all. Farther east, though, AT&T was the one that cut out. Along many mountainous stretches, none of the four had service. This is another way of saying the right carrier for you depends on where you use the phone. But even if service is good where you live and work, you’ll likely want service when you travel or visit friends. For me, Verizon has been dependable, and there’s no reason to fix what isn’t broken.

SHOULD I EXTEND MY CONTRACT FOR ANOTHER TWO YEARS TO GET A BETTER DEAL ON PHONES? Although this isn’t an option for me, it’s an important consideration for others as wireless carriers encourage you to pay full price, spread over several months under install-

ment plans. In doing so, you forgo about $20 a month in subsidies for a high-end phone. If you pay the entire cost upfront, you get an unlocked version that you can often move to competing carriers or use with cheaper, local services when traveling abroad. With installments, you typically have flexibility to upgrade your phone before it’s fully paid off by trading in your old one. Sprint stopped offering that, though. Verizon and AT&T give you discounts on monthly bills if you choose the installment plan, known as Edge or Next. T-Mobile requires all customers to pay full price, so it has already baked in the discounts. With T-Mobile, to upgrade before your phone is fully paid off, you’ll need to pay $10 a month extra for Jump, which also gives you insurance for loss and damage. Although the discounts are typically less than the subsidies you’re forgoing, it’s the reverse for plans with at least 10 gigabytes of data. So big families sharing lots of data are probably better off with a full-price plan. That’s also the case if you don’t need a high-end phone, as the monthly fees for voice, text and data services factor in the costs of subsidizing the most expensive phones. Otherwise, you’re better off with a subsidized phone. But be sure to upgrade right at the two-year mark, or you’ll pay more overall in monthly service fees without getting the benefits of subsidies.

Apple iPhones from AT&T, left, and Verizon are seen at an Apple store in Palo Alto, California. It might be tempting to accept promotions when the contract on your cellphone is up, but giving in to those discounts might not always work to your advantage in the long run. AP FILE PHOTO

POLICE BLOTTER CHARGES Michael Fernandez Rose, 36, of 130 Dollard Drive, was arrested at 8:29 p.m. Wednesday and charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, and John Anthony Burris, 46, of 925 Miller Road, Apt. C1, was arrested at 8:29 p.m. Wednesday and charged with unlawful carrying of a pistol. According to reports, officers on patrol at an apartment complex on Miller Road observed three men drinking what appeared to be beer while sitting in a bur-

gundy 1989 GMC van. Officers approached the vehicle and found three partially consumed bottles of beer. The three men were asked to exit the vehicle, and when they did so, an officer noticed a nylon gun holster sitting on the seat. A search of the car yielded a black Taurus PT145 .45-caliber handgun. As officers were performing a Terry frisk of the men, Rose advised the officers that he had a gun on him. Officers found a black Smith & Wesson 9 mm handgun in Rose’s waistband. A National Crime In-

formation Center check revealed that Rose was wanted in Georgetown County. Rose and Burris were arrested and taken to Sumter-Lee Regional Detention Center.

STOLEN PROPERTY A black 1987 tow truck parked in the 100 block of Boulevard Road was reportedly stolen between 2:30 and 7 p.m. Tuesday. The vehicle is valued at $2,000.

EMERGENCY CALLS Sumter County EMS responded to 45 calls Tuesday, including 35 medical calls, five motor-vehicle wrecks and five other traumas.

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Biotech greenhouse associate specialist Derek Haynes replaces tobacco plants Thursday in the greenhouse after examination at Medicago USA Inc. in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Through its plant-based technology, the facility is capable of producing millions of doses of vaccines.

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filtratedâ&#x20AC;? with whatever proteins they wish to grow. There are a number of Ebola treatments and vaccines in development, and one comes from tobacco plants grown in specialized greenhouses at another operation, Kentucky BioProcessing, in Owensboro, Kentucky. That experimental treatment, called ZMapp, uses proteins called antibodies and is designed to inactivate the Ebola virus and help the body kill infected cells. It hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been tested in people but had shown promise in animal tests, so it was tried in three people sickened by Ebola in West Africa â&#x20AC;&#x201D; two U.S. aid workers and a Spanish missionary priest, who later died. The last few doses available are in Liberia. Kentucky BioProcessing, which produces it for the San Diegobased Mapp Biopharmaceutical, said it would take several months to make more, but it is working to increase production. In general, the idea behind pharming is to slip the genetic blueprints for a particular protein into a plant and let the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protein-making machinery go to work. Then the protein

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Texas’ Perry charged with coercion for veto threat AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A grand jury indicted Texas Gov. Rick Perry on Friday for allegedly abusing the powers of his office by carrying out a threat to veto funding for state prosecutors investigating public corruption — making the possible 2016 presidential hopeful his state’s first indicted governor in nearly a century. A special prosecutor spent months calling witnesses and presenting evidence that Perry broke the law when he promised publicly to nix $7.5 million over two years for the public integrity unit run by the office of Travis County Democratic District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg. Lehmberg was convicted of drunken driving but refused Perry’s calls to resign. Perry’s general counsel, Marry Anne Wiley, defended the governor’s action. “The veto in question was made in accordance with the veto authority afforded to every governor under the Texas Constitution,” she said. “We will continue to aggressively defend the governor’s lawful and con-

stitutional action and believe we will ultimately prevail.” The unit Lehmberg oversees is the same that led the investigation against former U.S. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, a Texas Republican who in 2010 was convicted of money laundering and conspiracy to commit money laundering for taking part in a scheme to influence elections in his home state. Several top aides to the Republican governor appeared before grand jurors in Austin, inPERRY cluding his deputy chief of staff, legislative director and general counsel. Perry himself did not testify, though. Perry was indicted on charges of abuse of official capacity, a first-degree felony with potential punishments of five to 99 years in prison, and coercion of a public servant, a third-degree felony that carries a punishment of two to 10 years.

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BACK TO SCHOOL FROM PAGE A1 remember we’re trying to be on the cutting edge of educational instruction,” he said. Following through with his mention of doing more to recognize success, Baker thanked the board of trustees for their support, recognized the teacher forum and its success during the past academic year and recognized individuals from each school. Baker also awarded Frank Jenkins of the maintenance department with the Superintendent’s Award of Excellence for his work in helping to keep up the schools’ appearance. During the meeting, Baker and board chairman Keith Schultz recognized the educators in attendance. “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all of you for your hard work and dedication to Sumter School District,” Schultz said. “As a team, you help educate our future workforce by instilling in our students the values of

hard work, perseverance, a love of learning and citizenship.” “You are the real shining stars in our district. We must never lose sight of those working in our classrooms,” Baker said. “You’re extremely important, and we appreciate what you do on a day-to-day basis.” Sorrells emphasized the need for teachers to work closely with their students. “I challenge all of us this year to look into the faces of our students and see what they can be,” Sorrells said. “Focus on encouraging every child, inspiring every child and most of all, loving every child.” To usher in even more school and district pride before the beginning of the year, the teachers were also entertained by students in the REACH choir and the Lakewood High School marching band and cheerleaders.

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Sumter School District educators attend the annual Back-to-School meeting Friday at Sumter County Civic Center.

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Ferguson Police Chief Thomas Jackson identifies Darren Wilson as the officer who is accused of fatally shooting Michael Brown, an unarmed black teen, on Aug. 9.

Officer who fatally shot teen named FERGUSON, Mo. (AP) — Police on Friday identified the officer who fatally shot an unarmed black teenager and released documents alleging the young man had been suspected of stealing a $48.99 box of cigars from a convenience store in a “strong-arm” robbery shortly before he was killed. Police Chief Thomas Jackson said the officer did not know the teen was a robbery suspect at the time of the shooting and stopped Michael Brown and a companion “because they were walking down the middle of the street blocking traffic.” Darren Wilson, a 28-year-old white officer, has patrolled suburban St. Louis for six years and had no previous complaints filed against him, Jackson said. Brown’s relatives said no robbery would

GRACE FERRELL ROCK HILL — Grace Vivian Boulware Ferrell, 94, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, at Pruitt Health. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Park Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Mike Welch officiating. Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Park on Cherry Road. FERRELL Born in York County, Mrs. Ferrell was a daughter of the late Tallie M. and Kate Fincher Boulware. She retired from Smith Enterprises and was a member of Park Ridge Baptist Church. She was the widow of William Robert Ferrell and was also preceded in death by her sisters, Doris Vignola, Naomi Stewart and Betty Haire; and her son-in-law, Dr. Bill Hawks. Surviving are her sons, Dr. William Robert Ferrell III and his wife, Mariel, of Sumter, Barry M. Ferrell and his wife, Jan, of Rock Hill and Joel S. Ferrell of Rock Hill; her daughters, Cecelia Ferrell Hawks of Rock Hill and Kathie Ferrell Locklear of Indian Trail, North Carolina; her grandchildren, Adriana, Erica, Amy, Andrew, Stephen, Alisha, Joy, Wesley, Monica and Michaela; and her greatgrandchildren, Estella, Juliet, Beatrice, Jacob, Elizabeth, Lily, Miles, Justin, Austin,

justify shooting the teen after he put his hands up. Family attorneys said Brown’s parents were blindsided by the allegations and the release of a surveillance video from the convenience store. “It appears to be him,” attorney Daryl Parks said, referring to the footage, which he said was released without any advance notice from police. The police chief described Wilson as “a gentle, quiet man” who had been “an excellent officer.” He has been on the Ferguson force for four years and served before that in the neighboring community of Jennings. Wilson, who was placed on administrative leave after the Aug. 9 shooting, “never intended for any of this to happen,” Jackson said.

Treston, Randy, Chase, Marshall, Drew and Leela. The family will receive friends from 10 to 10:45 a.m. (prior to service) on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mrs. Ferrell’s name to Park Ridge Baptist Church, 5099 Trotter Ridge Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732. Condolences may be made at www.greenefuneralhome. net.

MINNIE J. BRISBONE Minnie Jackson Brisbone, 61, departed this life on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, at Tuomey Regional Medical Center. She was born on June 1, 1953, in Clarendon County, a daughter of the late James H. Sr. and Ethel Davis Jackson. The family will be receiving friends at the home of Mary Ann (Willie) Session, 770 Wells Court, Sumter, SC 29154. Funeral plans are incomplete and will be announced later by Job’s Mortuary Inc. of Sumter.

STEPHANIE S. SHULER Stephanie Shockley Shuler, 59, died Thursday, August 14, 2014. Born in Sumter, she was a daughter of the late Joseph P. Jr. and Frances Gaddy Shockley. Ms. Shuler was a member

of First Baptist Church. She graduated from Sumter High School and received a bachelor of arts degree from USCCoastal Carolina. Survivors include her stepmother, Uldine Shockley Kirkland and her husband, Harold, of Sumter; one sister, Lou Shockley and her husband, Charles, of Sumter; one nephew, Drayton Wiggins of Texas; and two cousins, Jack Gaughf and Paul Gaughf. Services will be private. Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.

WILSON WALLACE MANNING — Wilson Wallace, 63, husband of Nancy Rodriguez Wallace, died on Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at Tuomey Regional Medical Center. He was born on Jan. 17, 1951, in Manning, a son of the late Lee Ernest “Skat” and Everlena Starks Wallace. The family is receiving friends at his residence, 7 W. Hospital St., Manning. These services have been entrusted to Samuels Funeral Home LLC of Manning.

GEORGE L. FLOYD George Lee Floyd, age 67, beloved husband of Beulah Dawson Floyd, died on Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at his residence. Arrangements are incom-

set a standard of excellence in our schools so that every student leaves us equipped and fully prepared for the next step in their lives,” Marlowe said. “We will achieve this goal several ways. First, we need to support and encourage our teachers. We must make sure that they are equipped with the tools necessary to teach and prepare our children. They need access to the latest advancements in technology. In doing this, we

are able to hire the best-qualified teachers.” All 13 candidates running for school board seats include Brian Alston, Linda Alston, Daniel Cook, Caleb Kershaw and Marlowe for area 1; Karen Michalik and Jeremiah Sumpter for area 2; Atkins, McQuilla, Wilson and Michele Reese for area 3; and John Hilton and Keith Schultz for area 4. The Sumter community will have the opportunity to vote for the board members Nov. 4.

COUNCIL FROM PAGE A1 to help serve the town where he loves living. “I would like to see Sumter move forward in its growth, and if I can be part of that in getting it done, then I certainly would like to take on the challenge,” Joe said. Both council members Robert Galiano, who represents

Ward 5 on the city’s west side, and Calvin Hastie, who represents Ward 5 on the city’s south and east sides, are all but guaranteed re-election, as their candidacies have gone unopposed. Four years ago, Galiano also ran unopposed, while Hastie narrowly defeated incumbent Hattie Scarborough.

plete at this time and will be announced by Bullock Funeral Home of Sumter.

Justin’s memories will be cherished by a host of family and friends. The family is receiving relatives and friends at the residence, 1169 Crossroad Church Road, Manning. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Chapel of Fleming and DeLaine Funeral Home. Service of remembrance will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday at Taw Caw Missionary Baptist Church, 1130 Granby Lane, Summerton, where the Rev. Dr. W.T. Johnson, pastor, will bring words of consolation. Service of committal, benediction and interment will follow at Fourth Crossroad Baptist Church Cemetery, 1612 Crossroad Church Road, Manning. Fleming and DeLaine Funeral Home and Chapel of Manning is in charge of services. Online condolences may be sent to Flemingdelaine@aol. com.

DELORIS B. WRIGHT We regret to announce the passing of Deloris Bracey Wright, wife of Freddie Wright, on Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at Palmetto Healthcare, Columbia. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Sophia L. Bracey. The family will receive friends at the home of her sister and brother-in-law, Sophia and Jerry Ealey, 9 Capri Drive, Sumter, and her granddaughter, Synthia Wright, 730 Boulevard Road, Sumter. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will announced later by Sumter Funeral Service Inc.

JUSTIN L. SPRY MANNING — Justin Lincoln Spry exchanged time for eternity on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2014, at his residence. Born on Oct. 27, 1988, in Manning, he was a son of Deacon Henry Lincoln Spry Jr. and Deaconess Linda Pack Spry.

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AROUND TOWN LAY UP, Leading America’s Lincoln High School Class of Youth Upward Program, will 1963 will meet at 2 p.m. on Spend yourback-to-school day preparing for school Aug. 16, at Amerihold its annual Saturday, event from 9 a.m. to noon on can Legion Post 202, 310 PalSaturday, Aug. 16, at 3155 metto St. Plans will be made Thomas Sumter Highway, for the 2015 class reunion, Dalzell. School supplies will which will be celebrated as be given out while supplies the 1960s class reunion of last but all children must be the Civil Rights era. Call Feraccompanied by an adult to dinand Burns at (803) 968receive them. Event will fea- 4464. ture food, games and a The Lincoln High School Preserbounce house. Call Mark vation Alumni Association will Shaw at (803) 236-2313. meet at 4 p.m. on Sunday, A back-to-school bash, sponAug. 17, at the Lincoln High sored by Helping Youth PurSchool cafeteria, Council sue Excellence, Central CarStreet. Call James L. Green olina Community Foundation at (803) 968-4173. and Dawn Staley’s Innersole The Rembert Area Community charity, will be held from 10 Coalition will meet at 5 p.m. a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, on Monday, Aug. 18, at 6785 Aug. 16, at the M.H. Newton Bradley St. (behind the car Family Life Center, 415 Man- wash), Rembert. Staff Sgt. ning Ave. Sixty children have Luke Hall will speak. Call Dr. been selected to receive Juanita G. Britton at (803) free, new shoes, and school 420-1255, Charlie Dennis at supplies will be given away. (803) 316-8206 or Lottie For more information, call Spencer at (803) 464-3296. (803) 934-9522. The South Sumter NeighborA giving back to the community hood Beautification Association barbecue and back-to-school will meet at 6:30 p.m. on bash, sponsored by Heartz 2 Monday, Aug. 18, at the Soulz and CJ’s Café & CaterSouth Sumter Resource Cening, will be held from 2 to 6 ter on Manning Avenue. All p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, at concerned citizens are CJ’s Café & Catering, 226 N. asked to attend. Washington St. (inside the Econo Lodge). Children must The Carolina Coin Club will be accompanied by an adult meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 155 Haynsworth, and bring their own towels the Parks and Recreation to enjoy the pool. School supplies will be given out as Department Building. The club meets on the third well as coupons for free Tuesday of each month. Visihaircuts, shampoo and tors are welcome. Call (803) style. There will be games, food and live entertainment. 775-8840. Call (803) 406-2446 or (803) The Pinedale Neighborhood As774-2233. sociation will meet at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21, at the The American Red Cross will South HOPE Center, 1125 S. offer the following classes at Lafayette Drive. Call Ferdi1155 N. Guignard Drive: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, Disas- nand Burns at (803) 9684464. ter Assessment Fundamentals Class; 6-9 p.m. Monday, The General George L. Mabry Aug. 25, Collaborating EsJr. Chapter 817, Military Order sentials; and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. of the Purple Heart, will meet Saturday, Aug. 30, Emergenat 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. cy Operations Center / Inci21, at the Elks Lodge, 1100 W. dent Command Liaison. Call Liberty St. All Purple Heart (803) 775-2363 for informarecipients and those intertion or to register for a ested in associate memberclass. ship are invited. Call (803) 506-3120. Clarendon School District One will conduct free vision, hearHospice Care of Tri-County will ing, speech and developmental hold its annual memorial serscreenings as part of a child vice at 3 p.m. on Sunday, find effort to identify stuAug. 24, at Wise Drive Bapdents with special needs. tist Church, corner of Wise Screenings will be held from Drive and Wilson Hall Road. 9 a.m. to noon at the SumReception will follow. Event merton Early Childhood Cen- is for anyone who has expeter on the following Thursrienced a loss. Many attenddays: Sept. 11; Oct. 9; Nov. ees bring a photo or me13; Dec. 11; Jan. 8, 2015; Feb. mento of their loved one to 12, 2015; March 12, 2015; place on the memorial table. April 9, 2015; and May 14, Call (803) 905-7720. 2015. For more information, The Sumter Branch NAACP call Sadie Williams or Augeneral membership meetdrey Walters at (803) 485ing will be held at 5 p.m. on 2325, extension 221. Sunday, Aug. 24, at Ebenezer Lincoln High School Class of AME Church, 119 E. Sumter 1960 will meet at 10 a.m. on St., Mayesville. Saturday, Aug. 16, at the The Sumter County Education alumni building on Council Association-Retired will meet Street. All class members at noon on Wednesday, Aug. are invited to attend. Plans 27, at the North HOPE Cenare being finalized for the ter, 904 N. Main St. Members 2014 gathering. Call Lucile are encouraged to bring new Davis at (803) 775-6253 or retired educators to join the Louis Ragin at (803) 778association. Call Brenda Bet2715. hune at (803) 469-6588.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Put more EUGENIA LAST emphasis on fun, family and romance. Do things that are entertaining or that make you feel good and look your best. A shopping spree or expanding your interests will give you a different outlook regarding what’s available to you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Situations will escalate. Remain calm and refuse to engage in discussions that are likely to lead to regret. Overindulging will be your downfall and must be kept in check. Don’t let disillusionment or deception lead you down the wrong path. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Listen carefully or you will misinterpret what someone is trying to tell you. Take time to do something that will encourage you to discover your creative talents and explore how you can use your skills more effectively. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You’ll learn a lot if you get involved in a cultural event or a retreat that is geared toward a spiritual or positive lifestyle change. Your discipline will pay off and encourage you to make improvements. Share your ideas. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can’t let emotional issues or added responsibilities drag you down. Being nonproductive won’t help you get ahead. Focus on work, making money and future prospects. Avoid argumentative individuals or those trying to hold you back. Romance is highlighted. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t rely on others to do what you must do yourself. As long as you take charge, everything else will fall into place and you will avoid discord or opposition from someone who usually causes trouble.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Discuss your personal plans with someone you respect and you will get answers that help you make a decision and take action. Love is on the rise and an opportunity to alter the way you live or work looks promising. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Emotional matters will rise to the surface, leading to uncertainty regarding your life or a relationship you have with a friend, relative or lover. Focus on your success, not past disappointments or regrets. Make changes at home or to your lifestyle. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Don’t second-guess. Believe in what you know to be the truth and not what someone else says. Don’t be fooled into believing that you need something that you don’t. Focus on making personal improvements that will benefit you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Trust in your ability to get things done. A moneymaking deal will turn out to be better than anticipated. Fixing up your surroundings will add to your pleasure, entertainment and comfort. Don’t worry about what others think or do. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put more time and effort into your relationships with others as well as into personal improvements you want to pursue. A change you make will allow you to expand your resume and apply for positions that have more to offer. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Shake things up. Lay your cards on the table and put your plans on paper. You can develop a relationship with someone, but make it clear who is responsible for what. A new outlook will lead to a different approach to your professional goals.

DAILY PLANNER

THE SUMTER ITEM

WEATHER

AccuWeather® ﬁve-day forecast for Sumter TODAY

TONIGHT

Fog in the morning; Mainly clear; patchy partly sunny fog late

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Partly sunny

Intervals of clouds and sunshine

Partly sunny and humid

Partly sunny, warm and humid

91°

71°

95° / 75°

93° / 75°

94° / 74°

95° / 74°

Chance of rain: 25%

Chance of rain: 5%

Chance of rain: 10%

Winds: SW 3-6 mph

Winds: S 4-8 mph

Winds: WSW 4-8 mph

Winds: WSW 7-14 mph

Winds: W 4-8 mph

TODAY’S SOUTH CAROLINA WEATHER

Gaﬀney 88/66 Spartanburg 89/67

Greenville 87/68

Columbia 94/73

Temperatures shown on map are today’s highs and tonight’s lows.

IN THE MOUNTAINS

Sumter 91/71

Aiken 93/67

ON THE COAST

Charleston 91/76

Today: A thunderstorm in the afternoon. High 87 to 91. Sunday: An afternoon shower or thunderstorm around. High 90 to 94.

LOCAL ALMANAC

LAKE LEVELS

SUMTER THROUGH 4 P.M. YESTERDAY

Today Hi/Lo/W 90/70/s 78/65/t 100/80/pc 79/63/t 95/78/s 85/66/pc 91/78/pc 81/66/s 90/74/t 83/65/s 106/85/s 73/58/pc 85/70/s

SUN AND MOON 7 a.m. yest. 358.01 75.66 75.36 97.07

24-hr chg -0.08 none none -0.22

Sunrise 6:44 a.m. Moonrise none

RIVER STAGES River Black River Congaree River Lynches River Saluda River Up. Santee River Wateree River

0.00" 1.93" 2.74" 25.56" 36.15" 31.08"

NATIONAL CITIES City Atlanta Chicago Dallas Detroit Houston Los Angeles New Orleans New York Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix San Francisco Wash., DC

Full pool 360 76.8 75.5 100

Lake Murray Marion Moultrie Wateree

90° 65° 89° 69° 102° in 1995 56° in 1983

Precipitation 24 hrs ending 4 p.m. yest. Month to date Normal month to date Year to date Last year to date Normal year to date

Sun. Hi/Lo/W 91/73/pc 75/63/c 96/79/t 76/59/t 93/77/pc 85/65/pc 93/78/pc 83/66/t 93/75/t 86/66/t 106/86/s 71/59/pc 89/72/t

Myrtle Beach 88/76

Manning 92/70

Today: Morning fog; partly sunny. Winds southwest 3-6 mph. Sunday: Partly sunny and warm. Winds west-southwest 4-8 mph.

Temperature High Low Normal high Normal low Record high Record low

Florence 90/72

Bishopville 91/69

Sunset Moonset

8:08 p.m. 1:09 p.m.

Last

New

First

Full

Aug. 17

Aug. 25

Sep. 2

Sep. 8

TIDES

Flood 7 a.m. 24-hr stage yest. chg 12 6.58 -0.11 19 4.49 -1.12 14 5.57 -0.19 14 2.65 -1.08 80 79.01 +0.17 24 11.81 +0.90

AT MYRTLE BEACH

Today Sun.

High 2:07 a.m. 2:39 p.m. 3:01 a.m. 3:36 p.m.

Ht. 3.2 3.3 3.0 3.3

Low Ht. 8:53 a.m. -0.2 9:34 p.m. 0.4 9:46 a.m. 0.0 10:34 p.m. 0.7

REGIONAL CITIES City Asheville Athens Augusta Beaufort Cape Hatteras Charleston Charlotte Clemson Columbia Darlington Elizabeth City Elizabethtown Fayetteville

Today Hi/Lo/W 83/62/pc 93/69/pc 94/67/pc 91/75/t 85/76/t 91/76/t 88/68/pc 90/70/pc 94/73/pc 90/71/t 85/70/t 90/71/t 90/71/t

Sun. Hi/Lo/W 86/66/pc 95/72/pc 96/72/pc 93/78/t 86/77/pc 94/78/t 91/71/pc 93/73/pc 97/77/pc 94/73/pc 90/72/pc 92/74/pc 94/74/pc

Today City Hi/Lo/W Florence 90/72/t Gainesville 89/72/t Gastonia 87/67/pc Goldsboro 88/70/t Goose Creek 91/74/t Greensboro 85/67/pc Greenville 87/68/pc Hickory 86/65/pc Hilton Head 89/77/t Jacksonville, FL 92/73/t La Grange 95/71/s Macon 93/69/s Marietta 89/68/s

Sun. Hi/Lo/W 94/75/pc 90/73/t 90/71/pc 92/74/pc 94/77/t 89/70/pc 90/71/pc 89/69/pc 90/78/t 93/75/t 95/75/pc 93/71/pc 91/71/pc

Today City Hi/Lo/W Marion 86/62/pc Mt. Pleasant 90/76/t Myrtle Beach 88/76/t Orangeburg 91/71/t Port Royal 90/75/t Raleigh 87/69/pc Rock Hill 88/67/pc Rockingham 90/68/pc Savannah 92/74/t Spartanburg 89/67/pc Summerville 89/76/t Wilmington 88/73/t Winston-Salem 85/67/pc

Sun. Hi/Lo/W 89/67/pc 93/78/t 91/78/t 95/75/pc 93/76/t 91/71/pc 91/71/pc 94/71/pc 95/76/t 93/72/pc 90/77/t 91/77/pc 89/69/pc

Weather(W): s–sunny, pc–partly cloudy, c–cloudy, sh–showers, t–thunderstorms, r–rain, sf–snow ﬂurries, sn–snow, i–ice

LOTTERY NUMBERS PALMETTO CASH 5 FRIDAY

POWERBALL WEDNESDAY

14-18-23-29-33 PowerUp: 2

8-37-39-40-52 Powerball: 24 Powerplay: 2

PICK 3 FRIDAY

PICK 4 FRIDAY

1-0-6 and 5-1-9

7-8-2-7 and 1-9-4-0

MEGAMILLIONS numbers were unavailable at press time.

SPCA CAT OF THE WEEK Isis, 8-month-old black and white spayed American shorthair, is available for adoption at the Sumter SPCA. She is housebroken, playful, affectionate, active, gentle and loves people. She’s great with other cats and loves to chase laser lights and play with toys. Isis is an entertaining and sweet girl. The Sumter SPCA is located at 1140 S. Guignard Drive, (803) 7739292, and is open 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day except Wednesday and Sunday. Visit www.sumterscspca.com.

The SPCA is always in need of the following: Newspapers; stuffed animals (any size); heavy duty trash bags (30 gallon or larger); dishwashing liquid; laundry detergent; bleach; paper towels; sheets and comforters; baby blankets (for cat cages and puppies); litter; canned dog and cat food; dry dog, cat and puppy food; treats; leashes and collars; disinfectant spray; all-purpose cleaner; air freshener; no scratch scrubbers; two-sided sponges for dishes; litter freshener; monetary donations are also gratefully accepted.

SECTION

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014 Call: (803) 774-1241 | E-mail: sports@theitem.com

SUMTER SERTOMA CLUB JAMBOREE

First Knight Penalty-prone Crestwood rushes past ’Winds 9-0 in Nelson’s unofficial debut BY MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER michaelc@theitem.com Crestwood High School came away with a 9-0 victory over 1A Timmonsville during Friday’s 33rd Annual Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium. However, when asked to NELSON grade his team, the answer Knights firstyear head coach Roosevelt Nelson gave was a grade of a D. “Too many penalties,” Nelson said of Crestwood’s 2-quarter scrimmage against the Whirlwinds. “We had a 20-yard (potential touchdown) run and we bring it back. Another 20-yard run, bring it back, and those are critical in the

game. We had a red zone turnover; we can’t have that at all. “We made one or two turnovers, which is good,” he explained. “We got a safety and we put points up on the board, which was a good thing, but I expect the defense to come out and play well. That’s our lifeline, play good defensive football. I wasn’t surprised at that.” The Knights totaled 143 yards of offense, all rushing, with a 15-yard touchdown score coming from senior and University of North Carolina commitment Ty’Son Williams. Williams rushed six times for 72 yards in the Knights new spread offense, and he could’ve had more if not for several penalties. Sophomore Tyric Gadson rushed eight times

SEE KNIGHT, PAGE B3

MATT WALSH / THE SUMTER ITEM

Crestwood’s Ikeem Harper (1) breaks through a hole during the Knights’ 9-0 victory over Timmonsville on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

Gamecocks pull away from Panthers 21-6 BY DENNIS BRUNSON dennis@theitem.com Win every day. That’s the theme that new Sumter High School head coach John Jones is preaching to his team, and he felt like the Gamecocks won the day on Friday. They also won their scrimmage as well, beating Lake City 21-6 in the final 2-half scrimmage in the 33rd Annual Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

“We were better than we were on Tuesday, which is the last time we JONES played,” said Jones, who was named the head coach a couple of months ago after the resignation of Reggie Kennedy to take the Irmo job. “We’re wanting to get better every day, win every day. I think we did that today.” SHS actually got off to a bit of a slow start. It re-

ceived the opening kickoffs and went three downs and out. Lake City’s Jaden Barr fielded the 45-yard punt of Sumter’s Pressley Harvin at the Panthers 25yard line and returned it 48 yards to the Gamecock 27. SHS appeared to have Lake City stopped when quarterback Davonte Turner threw an incompletion on fourth down at the 26. However, Sumter was flagged for roughing

SEE SUMTER, PAGE B3

MATT WALSH / THE SUMTER ITEM

Lakewood quarterback Roderick Charles throws during the Gators’ 21-14 victory over Marion on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

Gators take bite out of Swamp Foxes 21-14 BY EDDIE LITAKER Special To The Sumter Item As is usually the case in a preseason scrimmage, Lakewood head football coach Perry Parks saw room for improvement in his team’s effort at Friday’s 33rd Annual Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium. Parks also saw some positives to build on as his squad defeated Marion 21-14 in the first of three halves of football scheduled to be played at the event. Parks’ postgame assessment with his team addressed “some

mistakes that we can correct, some stuff that we can see on film. “We’d love to come out here and have a perfect scrimmage, but there would be nothing for us to work on in film,” said Parks, who is looking to improve upon last season’s 2-8 finish. “So (it’s good) just to see some things that we can actually come out there and go and get better as a team.” Parks said the score could have easily been 28-0 except for three key mistakes or breakdowns. The

SEE GATORS, PAGE B3

MATT WALSH / THE SUMTER ITEM

Sumter’s Ky’Jon Tyler (23) tries to make a play in the end zone, but Lake City’s Windell Palmer (25) breaks up the pass during the Gamecocks’ 21-6 victory on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

SPORTS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014

THE SUMTER ITEM

SCOREBOARD

PRO BASEBALL

Kansas City 7, Oakland 3 Boston 9, Houston 4 Tampa Bay 6, Texas 3

FRIDAY’S GAMES

TV, RADIO TODAY

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

As the next Major League Baseball commissioner, Rob Manfred has been mandated by the owners to manage the various issues of the sport, such as the pace of the game and the Oakland ballpark situation.

Manfred given mandate to manage MLB changes BY RONALD BLUM The Associated Press BALTIMORE — Kenesaw Mountain Landis is remembered for throwing out the Black Sox, Ford Frick for an asterisk, and Bowie Kuhn for squabbles with players and owners. A. Bartlett Giamatti ran Pete Rose out of baseball, Fay Vincent suspended George Steinbrenner, and Bud Selig presided over the cancellation of a World Series, supersized Steroids Era sluggers, increasingly strong drug-testing agreements, and instant replay to aid umpires. Minutes after he was elected baseball’s 10th commissioner, Rob Manfred didn’t want to discuss what great issues he expects to take on when he succeeds Selig on Jan. 25. “I really don’t want to get too deeply today into agendas,’’ he said Thursday after winning a three-way race. Others speculated the length of games will be a top priority. Some pitchers step on and off the rubber so much you’d think they were on a StairMaster, and hitters move in and out of the batter’s box as if they were rhythm gymnasts. All the pausing and preening — along with the expanded use of relief pitchers — has led to the average time of a nine-inning game expanding 30 minutes since 1981 to 3:03. “That’s going to be toward the top of his list, I would think,’’ San Francisco Giants President Larry Baer said. “I’m not going to comment specifically on pitch clock. I think that’s one of several ideas. Every candidate talked about it, and every owner wants it. Obviously, there will need to be player input.’’ Since taking over following Vin-

cent’s forced resignation in 1992, Selig mostly built consensus before announcing decisions. That deliberate decision-making ended public bickering among owners but also led to lengthy discussions prior to changes. Several issues remain unresolved and could be passed along to Manfred, who under the Major League Constitution will receive a term of at least three years. • The Oakland Athletics’ hope to build a ballpark in San Jose, California — territory of the San Francisco Giants — remains stalled in a study committee that was appointed in March 2009. San Jose filed an antitrust suit against Major League Baseball, and many of its claims were rejected by a U.S. District Judge. The city has asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to reverse. • The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network, controlled by the Baltimore Orioles, obtained a temporary restraining order in its fight with the Washington Nationals, who want a higher broadcast rights fee. • The Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros have limited distribution for their regional sports networks in disputes with cable providers. • Rose’s petition to end his lifetime ban — filed in 1997 — has never been decided on. The 55-year-old Manfred, who has worked for MLB in roles with everincreasing authority since 1998, dealt with two of baseball’s more difficult issues in recent years: efforts to force out then-owner Frank McCourt during the Dodgers’ bankruptcy proceedings in 2012, and the MLB’s Biogenesis drug investigation last year that led to the suspensions of Alex Rodriguez, Ryan Braun and a dozen others.

MLB ROUNDUP

Freeman leads Braves past A’s 7-2 ATLANTA — Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer, one of four by Atlanta, and the Braves beat the Oakland Athletics 7-2 on Friday night in the FREEMAN opening game of the interleague series. Justin Upton and Evan Gattis hit homers off Jason Hammel (1-5) in the second inning. Rookie Phil Gosselin hit a two-run homer, the first of his career, off Jesse Chavez in the sixth. It was a rare power surge for the Braves, who had not scored more than four runs in any of their past six games. The Braves entered the game having lost 12 of 15. Alex Wood (9-9) allowed only two runs in six innings — a tworun homer by Nate Freiman in the fourth.

RAYS 5 YANKEES 0 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Alex Cobb pitched neatly into the eighth inning and Tampa Bay became just the fourth team in major league history to reach .500 after falling 18 games under in the same season, beating the New York Yankees 5-0. Cobb (8-6) gave up six hits in 7 1/3 innings, striking out eight and walking one. .

Logan Morrison each scored twice for the Mariners. METS 3 CUBS 2

MARINERS 7

NEW YORK — Zack Wheeler struck out 10 in a gritty performance, Eric Campbell hit a three-run homer and the New York Mets beat the free-swinging Chicago Cubs 3-2 . Wheeler (8-8) threw a career-high 120 pitches in 6 2/3 innings, allowing two runs and four hits.

TIGERS 2

NATIONALS 5

DETROIT — Robinson Cano homered, James Paxton won his sixth consecutive decision to start his career and surging Seattle beat Detroit 7-2 in a matchup of American League playoff contenders. Paxton (3-0) pitched six innings, allowing one run and five hits, to help Seattle win its fifth straight and ninth in 11 games. Cano and

PIRATES 4

WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper and Adam LaRoche each drove in two runs, leading Washington over Pittsburgh 5-4 for its fourth straight win. Denard Span added three hits as the NLEast leading Nationals opened a 10-game homestand. From wire reports

7 a.m. – Professional Golf: European PGA Tour Made In Denmark Third Round from Farso, Denmark (GOLF). 7:40 a.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match – Manchester United vs. Swansea (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 8:30 a.m. – NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup Series Pure Michigan 400 Practice from Brooklyn, Mich. (ESPN2). 9:30 a.m. – NASCAR Racing: Nationwide Series Children’s Hospital 200 Pole Qualifying from Brooklyn, Mich. (ESPN2). 9:30 p.m. – NASCAR Racing: Camping World Truck Series Careers for Veterans 200 Pole Qualifying from Brooklyn, Mich. (FOX SPORTS 1). 9:55 a.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match – Leicester vs. Everton (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 11 a.m. – NASCAR Racing: Sprint Cup Series Pure Michigan 400 Practice from Brooklyn, Mich. (ESPN2). Noon – Youth Baseball: Little League World Series International Elimination Game from Williamsport, Pa. (ESPN). 12:30 p.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match – Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace (WIS 10). 12:30 p.m. – NASCAR Racing: Camping World Truck Series Careers for Veterans 200 from Brooklyn, Mich. (FOX SPORTS 1, WEGX-FM 92.9). 1 p.m. – Professional Tennis: Western & Southern Open Men’s and Women’s Semifinal Matches from Cincinnati (ESPN2). 1 p.m. – PGA Golf: Wyndham Championship Third Round from Greensboro, N.C. (GOLF). 2 p.m. – Youth Baseball: Little League World Series U.S. Elimination Game from Williamsport, Pa. (WOLO 25). 2 p.m. – Youth Baseball: Senior League World Series Championship Game from Bangor, Maine (ESPNU). 2:30 p.m. – Major League Soccer: Seattle at Salt Lake (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 2:45 p.m. – NASCAR Racing: Nationwide Series Children’s Hospital 200 from Brooklyn, Mich. (ESPN, WEGX-FM 92.9). 3 p.m. – PGA Golf: Wyndham Championship Third Round from Greensboro, N.C. (WLTX 19). 3 p.m. – LPGA Golf: Wegmans LPGA Championship Third Round from Pittsford, N.Y. (GOLF). 3 p.m. – MLL Lacrosse: Playoffs Semifinal Match (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). 4 p.m. – Amateur Golf: U.S. Amateur Semifinal Matches from Johns Creek, Ga. (WIS 10). 4 p.m. – Major League Baseball: New York Yankees at Tampa Bay (FOX SPORTS 1). 4 p.m. – NFL Preseason Football: Green Bay at St. Louis (NFL NETWORK). 4:30 p.m. – Youth Baseball: RBI Senior Boys World Series Championship Game from Arlington, Texas (MLB NETWORK). 4:45 p.m. – Women’s International Soccer: FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Quarterfinal Match (ESPNU). 5 p.m. – Youth Baseball: Little League World Series International Elimination Game from Williamsport, Pa. (ESPN2). 5 p.m. – Youth Softball: Junior League World Series Championship Game from Kirkland, Wash. (ESPNEWS). 5:30 p.m. – MLL Lacrosse: Playoffs Semifinal Match (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). 7 p.m. – Youth Baseball: Little League World Series U.S. Elimination Game from Williamsport, Pa. (ESPN). 7 p.m. – Professional Tennis: Western & Southern Open Men’s and Women’s Semifinal Matches from Cincinnati (ESPN2). 7 p.m. – Major League Baseball: Oakland at Atlanta (FOX SPORTSOUTH). 7 p.m. – Major League Baseball: San Diego at St. Louis (FOX SPORTS 1). 7 p.m. – Senior PGA Golf: Champions Tour Dick’s Sporting Goods Open Second Round from Endicott, N.Y. (GOLF). 7 p.m. – NFL Preseason Football: Baltimore at Dallas (NFL NETWORK). 7 p.m. – Major League Baseball: Chicago Cubs at New York Mets (WGN). 8 p.m. – Youth Baseball: Cal Ripken World Series Championship Game from Aberdeen, Md. (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). 8 p.m. – International Basketball: FIBA Under17 World Championships Final Game from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (ESPNU). 8 p.m. – WNBA Basketball: Tulsa at Minnesota (NBA TV). 8 p.m. – IRL Racing: IndyCar Series Wisconsin 250 Pole Qualifying from West Allis, Wis. (NBC SPORTS NETWORK) 9 p.m. – International Basketball: Brazil vs. United States from Chicago (ESPN). 9 p.m. – Professional Boxing: Shawn Porter vs. Kell Brook for the IBF Welterweight Title Bout, Anthony Dirrell vs. Sakio Bika for the WBC Super Middleweight Title and Omar Figueroa Jr. vs. Daniel Estrada for the WBC Lightweight Title from Carson, Calif. (SHOWTIME). 10 p.m. – Major League Baseball: Milwaukee at Los Angeles Dodgers or Cincinnati at Colorado (MLB NETWORK). 10 p.m. – WNBA Basketball: Los Angeles at Phoenix (NBA TV). 11 p.m. – NFL Preseason Football: New York Giants at Indianapolis (NFL NETWORK).

GOLF The Associated Press

-10 -10 -9 -9 -9 -9 -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -8 -2

WEGMANS CHAMPIONSHIP PAR SCORES

Friday At Monroe Golf Club Pittsford, N.Y. Purse: $2.25 million Yardage: 6,720; Par 72 Second Round Brittany Lincicome Inbee Park Lexi Thompson Lydia Ko Jane Park Meena Lee

NATIONAL LEAGUE EAST DIVISION Washington Atlanta Miami New York Philadelphia CENTRAL DIVISION Milwaukee St. Louis Pittsburgh Cincinnati Chicago WEST DIVISION Los Angeles San Francisco San Diego Arizona Colorado

W 66 61 60 57 53

L 53 60 61 65 68

Pct .555 .504 .496 .467 .438

GB – 6 7 10 1/2 14

W 67 64 64 60 52

L 55 56 57 61 68

Pct .549 .533 .529 .496 .433

GB – 2 2 1/2 6 1/2 14

W 70 63 57 52 47

L 53 57 63 69 74

Pct .569 .525 .475 .430 .388

GB – 5 1/2 11 1/2 17 22

THURSDAY’S GAMES

L.A. Dodgers 6, Atlanta 4 Detroit 5, Pittsburgh 2 Milwaukee 6, Chicago Cubs 2 Miami 5, Arizona 4, 10 innings Washington 4, N.Y. Mets 1 St. Louis 4, San Diego 3 Colorado 7, Cincinnati 3

FRIDAY’S GAMES

Pittsburgh at Washington, 7:05 p.m. Arizona at Miami, 7:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. Oakland at Atlanta, 7:35 p.m. San Diego at St. Louis, 8:15 p.m. Cincinnati at Colorado, 8:40 p.m. Milwaukee at L.A. Dodgers, 10:10 p.m. Philadelphia at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m.

SATURDAY’S GAMES

Philadelphia (K.Kendrick 5-11) at San Francisco (Hudson 8-9), 4:05 p.m. Pittsburgh (Locke 4-3) at Washington (G.Gonzalez 6-9), 7:05 p.m. Arizona (Miley 7-8) at Miami (Alvarez 8-5), 7:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Straily 0-0) at N.Y. Mets (Niese 6-8), 7:10 p.m. Oakland (Gray 12-6) at Atlanta (Teheran 10-9), 7:10 p.m. San Diego (Hahn 7-3) at St. Louis (S.Miller 8-9), 7:15 p.m. Cincinnati (Axelrod 0-0) at Colorado (Lyles 6-1), 8:10 p.m. Milwaukee (Gallardo 7-6) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 14-2), 9:10 p.m.

NFL PRESEASON By The Associated Press AMERICAN CONFERENCE EAST N.Y. Jets Buffalo Miami New England SOUTH Tennessee Jacksonville Houston Indianapolis NORTH Baltimore Cincinnati Cleveland Pittsburgh WEST Denver Kansas City San Diego Oakland

W 1 1 0 0

L 0 1 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 .500 .000 .000

PF 13 33 10 6

PA 10 35 16 23

W 1 1 0 0

L 0 1 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 .500 .000 .000

PF 20 35 0 10

PA 16 30 32 13

W 1 0 0 0

L 0 1 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 .000 .000 .000

PF 23 39 12 16

PA 3 41 13 20

W 1 1 1 0

L 0 0 0 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 1.000 .000

PF 21 41 27 6

PA 16 39 7 10

N.Y. Giants Washington Dallas Philadelphia SOUTH Atlanta New Orleans Carolina Tampa Bay NORTH Chicago Detroit Minnesota Green Bay WEST Arizona San Francisco Seattle St. Louis

W 2 1 0 0

L 0 0 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 .000 .000

PF 37 23 7 28

PA 29 6 27 34

W 1 1 0 0

L 0 0 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 .000 .000

PF 16 26 18 10

PA 10 24 20 16

W 2 1 1 0

L 0 0 0 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 1.000 1.000 .000

PF 54 13 10 16

PA 47 12 6 20

W 1 0 0 0

L 0 1 1 1

T 0 0 0 0

Pct 1.000 .000 .000 .000

PF 32 3 16 24

PA 0 23 21 26

THURSDAY’S GAME

Chicago 20, Jacksonville 19

FRIDAY’S GAMES 67-68—135 72-66—138 66-72—138 70-69—139 70-69—139 66-73—139

-9 -6 -6 -5 -5 -5

DICK’S SPORTING GOODS OPEN PAR SCORES

Friday At En-Joie Golf Club Endicott, N.Y. Purse: $1.85 million Yardage: 6,957; Par: 72 (37-35) First Round Olin Browne 35-30—65 John Cook 33-32—65 Steve Lowery 31-35—66 David Frost 33-33—66 Bart Bryant 33-33—66

-7 -7 -6 -6 -6

MLB STANDINGS By The Associated Press AMERICAN LEAGUE

Philadelphia at New England, 7:30 p.m. Tennessee at New Orleans, 8 p.m. San Diego at Seattle, 10 p.m. Detroit at Oakland, 10 p.m.

TODAY’S GAMES

Green Bay at St. Louis, 4 p.m. Baltimore at Dallas, 7 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Indianapolis, 7 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Cincinnati, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. Miami at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. Atlanta at Houston, 8 p.m. Arizona at Minnesota, 8:30 p.m.

WNBA STANDINGS By The Associated Press EASTERN CONFERENCE z-Atlanta x-Chicago x-Indiana Washington New York Connecticut

W 18 15 15 15 13 12

L 14 17 17 17 19 20

WESTERN CONFERENCE

EAST DIVISION

Oakland Los Angeles Seattle Houston Texas

N.Y. Yankees (Greene 3-1) at Tampa Bay (Smyly 7-10), 4:10 p.m. Baltimore (U.Jimenez 4-8) at Cleveland (Carrasco 4-4), 7:05 p.m. Seattle (F.Hernandez 13-3) at Detroit (Price 11-8), 7:08 p.m. Houston (Peacock 3-8) at Boston (R.De La Rosa 4-4), 7:10 p.m. Kansas City (Ventura 9-8) at Minnesota (P. Hughes 12-8), 7:10 p.m. Oakland (Gray 12-6) at Atlanta (Teheran 10-9), 7:10 p.m. Toronto (Buehrle 11-8) at Chicago White Sox (Joh.Danks 9-8), 7:10 p.m. L.A. Angels (Shoemaker 10-4) at Texas (Lewis 8-9), 8:05 p.m.

NATIONAL CONFERENCE

WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP PAR SCORES

Kansas City Detroit Cleveland Chicago Minnesota WEST DIVISION

TODAY’S GAMES

EAST

Friday At Sedgefield Country Club Greensboro, N.C. Purse: $5.3 million Yardage: 7,127; Par 70 Second Round Heath Slocum 65-65—130 Scott Langley 65-65—130 Brian Stuard 66-65—131 Nick Watney 67-64—131 Martin Laird 65-66—131 Andrew Svoboda 67-64—131 Bo Van Pelt 67-65—132 D.A. Points 67-65—132 Camilo Villegas 63-69—132 Carl Pettersson 67-65—132 Jhonattan Vegas 67-65—132 William McGirt 64-68—132 Freddie Jacobson 68-64—132 Ryo Ishikawa 70-62—132 Brad Fritsch 69-63—132 Also Tommy Gainey 66-72—138

Baltimore Toronto New York Tampa Bay Boston CENTRAL DIVISION

Baltimore at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Seattle at Detroit, 7:08 p.m. Houston at Boston, 7:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m. Oakland at Atlanta, 7:35 p.m. L.A. Angels at Texas, 8:05 p.m. Kansas City at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. Toronto at Chicago White Sox, 8:10 p.m.

W 69 63 61 60 55

L 50 59 58 61 65

Pct .580 .516 .513 .496 .458

GB – 7 1/2 8 10 14 1/2

W 66 65 60 57 54

L 54 54 60 64 65

Pct .550 .546 .500 .471 .454

GB – 1/2 6 9 1/2 11 1/2

W 73 70 65 50 47

L 48 49 55 72 74

Pct .603 .588 .542 .410 .388

GB – 2 7 1/2 23 1/2 26

THURSDAY’S GAMES

Detroit 5, Pittsburgh 2

W L z-Phoenix 27 5 x-Minnesota 24 8 x-Los Angeles 15 17 San Antonio 14 18 Seattle 12 20 Tulsa 12 20 x-clinched playoff spot z-clinched conference

Pct .563 .469 .469 .469 .406 .375

GB – 3 3 3 5 6

Pct .844 .750 .469 .438 .375 .375

GB – 3 12 13 15 15

THURSDAY’S GAMES

Indiana 76, New York 63

FRIDAY’S GAMES

Washington at Connecticut, 7 p.m. Tulsa at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Minnesota at San Antonio, 8 p.m. Seattle at Los Angeles, 10:30 p.m.

TODAY’S GAMES

Chicago at Indiana, 7 p.m. New York at Washington, 7 p.m. Tulsa at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Los Angeles at Phoenix, 10 p.m.

THE SUMTER ITEM

SUMTER SERTOMA CLUB JAMBOREE

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014

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Lakewood’s Terry Singleton (6) finds a hole against Marion during the Gators’ 21-14 victory on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

GATORS FROM PAGE B1 first was a hold that nullified a 12-yard touchdown pass from Roderick Charles to Latheron Rogers-Anderson on the Gators’ opening possession. Next came a play early in the second quarter that saw Marion receiver D’Ante Allen get behind and then outduel Khafari Buffalo for a 28-yard touchdown pass from Corey Wright, allowing the Swamp Foxes to take an

8-7 lead after Janarick Reed’s run for the 2-point conversion. The final Gator breakdown came late as Reed fielded the kickoff after Lakewood’s final score and broke down the sidelines for 88 yards and a score. “To see a kickoff return like that, we told our kid to kick it left and he kicked it right down the middle of the field; that’s simple stuff that we can correct,” Parks said. “Running the Hammer, Hammer, Hammer, Hammer (offense),

you know they’re going to throw the ball, and that’s what happened with Buffalo in the end zone. We gave them a cheap one, and if we didn’t give them those two cheap ones, it’s a shutout. If we don’t have holding, we score 28 instead of 21. Dropped passes, it’s stuff to build on.” Reed’s return came after an outstanding defensive effort that pushed Marion from its 30 all the way back to the 5 after a sack of Wright on fourth down. Two plays later,

Charles broke up the middle for the 5-yard touchdown run on a busted play after a high snap. The Gators drove 65 yards in 15 plays for their second touchdown, which came on a 5-yard pass from Charles to junior tight end Daquan Tindal. The big play of the drive was a 26-yard Charles completion to Terry Singleton on a third-and-15 from the Lakewood 42. Charles and Singleton also had a 26-yard hookup for the

Gators’ first score of the night on a third-and-13 play. Parks, entering his third year heading up the Lakewood program, was encouraged by what he saw as his team prepares to host McBee Friday in a Week Zero matchup to open the season. “I’m happy with our progress,” Parks said. “This is probably the better team that we’ve had since we’ve been at Lakewood. We’ll keep coaching them up, and we’re excited for the season.”

SUMTER FROM PAGE B1 the passer, giving the Panthers a first down at the 13. On the next play, Turner threw a touchdown pass to Barr to make it 6-0. “We’ve got to stop making mistakes like that, but it wasn’t something that he did on purpose,” Jones said of the roughing the passer penalty. “Still, we can’t be doing that.” It didn’t take long for the Gamecocks to take control over that though. Charlie Miranda returned the ensuing kickoff 56 yards to the Lake City 23. Quentin Anderson had runs of 8 and 6 yards before quarterback James Barnes scored from nine yards out on a draw. Vin-

cent Watkins added the extra point to make it 7-6. The SHS defense shut the Panthers down the rest of the way. Jones is pleased with the defense heading into next Friday’s Week Zero opener at York. “Our defense is really doing well,” Jones said. “They believe in everything they do. They’re really playing well together and believe in each other.” Sumter went to its top weapon, wide receiver Ky’Jon Tyler, to set up its second score. Tyler fielded a punt and returned it 30 yards to the Panthers 42. After a 2-yard run, Barnes went up top to Tyler for a 40-yard TD pass. SHS’ final score came at the end of a 10-play, 81yard drive. It ended with a 21-yard scoring run by Rodney Pitts.

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Crestwood running back Ty’Son Williams races up the field during the Knights’ 9-0 win over Timmonsville on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

KNIGHT FROM PAGE B1 for 36 yards. “The last couple of years (opponents) would stack the box and they know what’s coming,” Williams said of the run-heavy Wing-T ran by former head coach Keith Crolley. “We were still effective with it, but this year we’re able to spread the ball out and do a couple more things. It’s a little bit easier for us offensive-wise, and it will be harder for the defense to tackle us.” The other CHS score came when the Knights defense tackled Timmonsville quarterback Shy Jackson in the end zone for a safety. The Whirlwinds offense was held to 30 total yards of offense –- 24 rushing and six passing.

Crestwood sophomore quarterback Tylas Greene went 0-for-5 passing with an interception. Ikeem Harper also played under center and went 0-for-1. Harper, who had 18 rushing yards, showed sparks of big-play ability, but a wouldbe 55-yard TD run was nullified by a penalty. “They might think we’re going to pound it and hand it off to (Williams), but we’re going to try to be balanced and pass a little bit,” Greene said. “I’m kind of nervous, but you’ve just got to roll with it. I’m excited about my first year (of varsity); I’ve been waiting for this and it’s just time to put it on the field.” The Knights can only wonder what might have been as they committed seven penalties for 62 yards. On the bright side, Chase Rogers averaged 47 yards on three punts and the defense

played stellar, forcing five negative plays including a turnover. “I think we know now that we’ve got a long way to go to play the schedule we’ve got to play,” Nelson said. “I think they know now we’ve got to come out ready to play and have a lot of work to do.” Overall, Nelson said he was pleased with the victory but had several ideas on what can be improved upon. “Just our redzone offense,” Nelson said. “On defense I’d like for them to communicate a little better in the secondary aspect. Offensive line wise, cut down on the holding penalties. “I’d like our quarterback to take more control of the offense between plays and running back-wise to understand when to drop your shoulder and when to bring it back and bounce it outside.”

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Sumter quarterback James Barnes prepares to throw during the Gamecocks’ 21-6 victory over Lake City on Friday in the Sumter Sertoma Club Jamboree at Sumter Memorial Stadium.

SPORTS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014

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USC FOOTBALL

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Slocum, Langley shoot 65 to share Wyndham lead GREENSBORO, N.C. — Heath Slocum and Scott Langley each shot 5-under 65 for the second straight day Friday to share the lead in the Wyndham Championship. Brian Stuard, Nick Watney, Martin Laird and Andrew Svoboda were a SLOCUM stroke back. Watney and Svoboda shot 64, Stuard had a 65 and Laird a 66. Ryo Ishikawa had the best round of the day — a 62 that was one stroke off the course record and included six birdies on the LANGLEY back nine. Bishopville native Tommy Gainey shot a 72 and is eight strokes back at 2 under. LINCICOME UP 3 AT LPGA CHAMPIONSHIP THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roland looks to make waves on field, not off BY CHRIS DEARING Post and Courier COLUMBIA — Junior wide receiver Shaq Roland has been in the spotlight since he first stepped on the South Carolina campus. Unfortunately for him, it’s been mainly for the wrong reasons in his first two seasons. But he — and the coaching staff — believe year three will finally produce the results people were expecting when he arrived in school after being named “Mr. Football” during his senior season at nearby Lexington High School. “Coming in, I had a lot of hype surrounding me. Some people might have thought it got to my head a bit,” Roland said. “But each year, I’ve gotten better mentally and physically. I’ve learned how to read coverages. I know the playbook like the back of my hand. That really gives you confidence. When you know what you’re doing, it means you can play to the best of your ability.” Roland had the challenge of living up to the three previous Mr. Foot-

ball’s that all attended South Carolina. It started with Stephon Gilmore, followed by Marcus Lattimore and Jadeveon Clowney. All three came in and made an immediate impact with the Gamecocks. It’s no coincidence all three are in the NFL right now. So with that large shadow hanging over his head, Roland failed to impress. His freshman season almost was a total waste as he had to adjust to playing against players as talented — or more talented — than he was. He saw action in 11 games but caught just five passes for 80 yards. Only two of those receptions came in an SEC game. Then last season opened with a bang. Making his first career start, the 6-1, 176-pound Roland caught a 65-yard yard touchdown pass on the third play from scrimmage in the season opener against North Carolina. But things were still slow to develop after that. Any progress that was made seemed to be interrupted by a threegame suspension during the middle of the year for unspecified violation of team rules. It was a wake-up call

and learning experience for sure. “Everybody goes through adversity in life,” Roland said. “I think that was good for me to just get my head straight. I can’t do whatever I was doing. I turned a negative into a positive, and going into this season, it will help me a lot by making me stay focused.” It was when Roland returned to the lineup that he finally began to live up to expectations. The first flashes were a two-touchdown performance — from 14 and 43 yards — against Mississippi State. He added four catches for 72 yards and a touchdown against Coastal Carolina and had three catches with a touchdown against Clemson. Roland saved his best for last — a 112-yard, six-reception performance in the Capital One Bowl win over Wisconsin. He finished the season with 25 receptions for 455 yards and a teambest 18.2 yards per catch. In the final five games, he had 16 grabs for 290 yards and four scores. That was more consistent with the numbers he was expected to put up from the outset.

CLEMSON FOOTBALL

Smith happy with choice, growing into role at safety BY AARON BRENNER Post and Courier CLEMSON — The star quarterback broke records, sold jerseys, charmed fans and became nationally recognized with a never-ending logbook of broadcast interviews and appearances. The strong safety, meanwhile, went about his business, adapted to a brand new position he knew little about, waited two years for a starting role and never once grew envious of Tajh Boyd’s celebrity — or wondered what if. “If you asked somebody who never watched football to name a position? Quarterback. That’s gonna be the first thing they’re gonna name,” said Robert Smith, who played quarterback at Woodland High. “We let them have that. Defense, we do dirty work. That’s our job. We don’t worry about whose name is in the paper. We know what we contribute to the team and what our role is.” Today, Smith loves and supports all Clemson quarterbacks without resentment — Boyd the past, Cole Stoudt the present, Deshaun Watson the future — while relishing his role as the leader of the Tigers’ secondary. Yet he admits he envisioned a different role for himself at Clemson when he was a kid growing up in St. George.

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Brittany Lincicome opened a three-stroke lead Friday in the wind-swept LPGA Championship, the tour’s fourth major championship of the season. Lincicome followed her opening 67 with a 68 to reach 9 under. Lexi Thompson dropped into a tie for second with defending champion Inbee Park. Thompson had a 72 and Park shot 66. COOK, BROWNE SHARE CHAMPIONS LEAD

ENDICOTT, N.Y. — John Cook birdied the final two holes for a 7-under 65 and a share of the first-round lead with Olin Browne on Friday in the Champions Tour’s Dick’s Sporting Goods Open. Defending champion Bart Bryant was a stroke back along with Steve Lowery and David Frost. NOTRE DAME LOOKING INTO 4 FOOTBALL PLAYERS IN ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT PROBE

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Notre Dame football players KeiVarae Russell, DaVaris Daniels, Ishaq Williams and Kendall Moore are being held out of practice while the school investigates what it is calling “suspected academic dishonesty.’’ The school announced Friday it has notified the NCAA about the inquiry. Because of potential violations, the four players can’t compete until the conclusion of the investigation and the university honor code process. The Fighting Irish open the season against Rice on Aug. 30. KANSAS CITY WR BOWE SUSPENDED 1 GAME

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe was suspended for the season opener against Tennessee on Friday for violating the NFL’s substance-abuse policy. Bowe was pulled over for speeding in a Kansas City suburb on Nov. 10, and was arrested after police found a black bag containing his wallet, driver’s license and two container of suspected marijuana. He later pleaded guilty to amended charges of defective equipment and littering, and his attorney said there was no admission of guilt for the marijuana charge, which was dismissed. Bowe, who signed a $56 million, fiveyear deal last offseason, issued a statement through the NFL Players’ Association shortly after the suspension was announced. BEARS 20 JAGUARS 19

CHICAGO — Chad Henne passed for 130 yards and a touchdown, and Blake Bortles threw for 160 in relief before backup quarterback Jordan Palmer rallied the Chicago Bears to a 20-19 preseason victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night. Palmer, trying to beat out Jimmy Clausen for the No. 2 job, led Chicago to two fourth-quarter touchdowns. LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES JAPAN 1

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Clemson’s Robert Smith, left center, has no regrets about accepting the Tigers’ offer to play on defense rather than as a quarterback, like he did in high school.

VENEZUELA 0 SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Takuma Takahashi threw a one-hitter and struck out 14 in Japan’s 1-0 victory over Venezuela on Friday in the Little League World Series. PHILADELPHIA 4 NASHVILLE 0

“I said, if I ever came to Clemson, the first thing I thought of, I’m gonna be the next Woody Dantzler,” Smith said of the Tigers’ dual-threat quarterback who set 53 school records from 1998-2001. .” After attending head coach Dabo Swinney’s camp his sophomore year of high school, Smith picked up his first major college offer — as an athlete, not a quarterback. Georgia, Georgia Tech,

South Carolina, UCLA and Vanderbilt showed interest, but they backed off after Smith suffered a knee injury (torn ACL) his junior season. “Clemson stuck with him,” said Rob Smith Sr., Robert’s father. “That’s really what helped him make up his mind; he said, if I have to move positions to go there, I’ll do it.” Smith is sometimes still one of the forgotten veter-

ans of Clemson’s rebuilt defense — Vic Beasley, Stephone Anthony and Grady Jarrett find themselves on all the preseason watch lists. Despite that, Smith is one of the most admired players on the team. His 79 tackles ranked first among Clemson defensive backs last year, and he’s considered a mentor to younger players like safety Jayron Kearse and cornerback Cordrea Tankersley.

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Pitcher Mo’Ne Davis, one of two girls at the Little League World Series, threw a two-hitter to help Philadelphia beat Nashville 4-0 on Friday in the opener for both teams. MEXICO 4 CANADA 3

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Juan Garza’s play from the mound and the plate helped Mexico edge Canada 4-3 ionFriday in the Little League World Series. From wire reports

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THE SUMTER ITEM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014

AREA SCOREBOARD

AUTO RACING

FOOTBALL SUMTER TOUCHDOWN CLUB

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NASCAR added a rule on Friday ordering drivers to not approach the track or moving cars after accidents or incidents, like when Tony Stewart threw a piece of equipment in the direction of Kenny Irwin (28) at Martinsville Speedway in 1999.

NASCAR adds rule on exiting cars after wrecks BY NOAH TRISTER The Associated Press BROOKLYN, Mich. — NASCAR added a rule Friday barring its drivers from approaching the track or moving cars after accidents, less than a week after driver Kevin Ward Jr. was struck and killed during a dirttrack race in New York. If a car is involved in an accident and can no longer keep going — and no extenuating circumstances exist such as smoke in the cockpit or fire — the driver should not loosen any personal safety equipment until directed to do so by safety personnel or a NASCAR or track official. After being told to exit the car, the driver should proceed to an emergency vehicle or as otherwise directed. The rule takes effect immediately and applies to all of NASCAR’s series. “Really, we’re formalizing rules that have been there,” said Robin Pemberton, NASCAR’s vice president of competition and racing development. “It’s reminders that take place during drivers meetings with drivers about ontrack accidents.” Last Saturday, Stewart’s car struck and killed Ward at a sprint car race in

Canandaigua, New York. After Stewart appeared to clip Ward’s car, sending it spinning, Ward left the car during the caution period, walked down the track and was hit by Stewart. His funeral was Thursday. Stewart could face criminal charges. He is skipping this weekend’s Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway. “Through time you have to recognize when you get a reminder or tap on the shoulder, something that may need to be addressed,” Pemberton said. “This is one of those times where we look outside our sport and we look at other things, and we feel like it was time to address this.” It remains to be seen how NASCAR will enforce the provision, and how much the threat of penalties will deter drivers in the heat of the moment. Jimmie Johnson, six-time champion and one of NASCAR’s most respected drivers, said he thought it was the right move. “Will that stop a driver that’s really upset?” Johnson said. “I don’t know. It’s hard to say.” “There’s still going to be confrontations out there and that’s never going to change. People will still get

mad at each other,” added Joey Logano. “You’ve got to keep the big picture of staying safe out there and somehow controlling your emotions.” The sport has thrived thanks to the personalities of some of its biggest stars and that includes an occasional feud or angry encounter at the track. Stewart once threw his helmet at Matt Kenseth’s windshield. In 2003, Kevin Harvick climbed on the roof of his car to shout at Ricky Rudd, who had nudged him from behind late in a race. The 1979 Daytona 500 is remembered for a last-lap crash between Donnie Allison and Cale Yarborough as they raced for the lead. The crash led to a threeman fight after Allison’s brother, Bobby, pulled up to the accident scene. An occasional shouting match or obscene gesture may seem like a harmless frivolity, but Ward’s death underscored the dangers of being on foot near moving race cars. Johnson recalled a Sprint Cup race his rookie year at Bristol when Robby Gordon wrecked him on a restart. “I got out and shot him the bird,” Johnson said.

PURE MICHIGAN 400 LINEUP The Associated Press After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At Michigan International Speedway Brooklyn, Mich. Lap length: 2 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 206.558 mph. 2. (22) Joey Logano, Ford, 206.381. 3. (99) Carl Edwards, Ford, 206.115. 4. (55) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 205.685. 5. (2) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 205.644. 6. (4) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 205.438. 7. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 204.58. 8. (3) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 204.464. 9. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 204.354. 10. (17) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 204.174. 11. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 203.822. 12. (31) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 203.47. 13. (42) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 204.082. 14. (10) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 204.012. 15. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 203.943. 16. (41) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 203.856. 17. (51) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 203.528. 18. (20) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 203.384. 19. (15) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 203.223.

20. (9) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 203.097. 21. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 203.029. 22. (47) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 202.743. 23. (43) Aric Almirola, Ford, 202.674. 24. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 201.969. 25. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 202.885. 26. (13) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 202.458. 27. (14) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 202.412. 28. (21) Ryan Blaney, Ford, 202.327. 29. (38) David Gilliland, Ford, 201.822. 30. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 201.72. 31. (83) Ryan Truex, Toyota, 201.263. 32. (23) Alex Bowman, Toyota, 200.496. 33. (98) Josh Wise, Chevrolet, 199.756. 34. (34) David Ragan, Ford, 199.534. 35. (7) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 199.225. 36. (26) Cole Whitt, Toyota, 199.132. 37. (37) Dave Blaney, Chevrolet, owner points. 38. (32) Travis Kvapil, Ford, owner points. 39. (78) Matt Crafton, Chevrolet, owner points. 40. (36) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, owner points. 41. (33) Alex Kennedy, Chevrolet, owner points. 42. (66) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, owner points. 43. (40) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, owner points.

The Sumter Touchdown Club will begin its 25th season on Friday, Aug. 29, at the Quality Inn located at 2390 Broad Street Extension. The club will meet each Friday for 13 straight weeks from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The weekly program features a guest speaker, a devotional, a high school coaches corner, the recognition of The Item Players of the Week, a catered breakfast and a pick’em contest. The first week will feature several local high school coaches talking about their respective teams and the start of their seasons. After that, the speakers will include people involved in different aspects of football on the high school, college and professional levels. The club is accepting members at a price of $100 per membership. It is also looking for sponsorships at a cost of $200. Sponsorship and membership forms are on the club’s website, www. sumtertdclub.com.

BASEBALL FALL REGISTRATION

The Sumter County Recreation Department is currently taking registration for its fall baseball league. Registration will run through Aug. 21 and there will be leagues for 7-8 year-olds, 9-10, 11-12 and 13-14. Players will be placed in leagues based on their age as of April 30, 2015. The registration fee is $45 and no late registration will be taken. A coaches meeting will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m. at the recreation department at 155 Haynsworth Street. For more information, call the recreation department at (803) 436-2248 or visit www.sumtercountysc.org.

SOFTBALL FALL REGISTRATION

The Sumter County Recreation Department is currently taking registration for its fall softball league. Registration will run through Aug. 21 and there will be leagues for age 8-and-under, 10-and-under and 12-and-under. 7-8 year-olds, 9-10, 11-12 and 1314. Players will be placed in leagues based on their age as of Dec. 31, 2014. The registration fee is $45 and no late registration will be taken. A coaches meeting will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 6 p.m. at the recreation department at 155 Haynsworth Street. For more information, call the recreation department at (803) 436-2248 or visit www.sumtercountysc.org.

BASKETBALL FREE SPIRIT LEAGUE REGISTRATION

The Free Spirit Church League is accepting player and team registration for its fall basketball league. The league is open to boys and girls ages 5-12 based on their age as of Sept. 1, 2014. There will be leagues for age 6-and-under, 7-9 and 10-12. The registration deadline is Aug. 30. For more information, contact

Deacon David Glover at (803) 983-1309 or Burnell Ransom at (803) 425-5118.

GOLF CHURCHES CHALLENGE

The 15th Annual Churches Challenge Golf Tournament & Praise Rally will be held Aug. 22-23. The praise rally and dinner will be held on Friday, Aug. 22, at Alice Drive Baptist Church at 1305 Loring Mill Road beginning at 6 p.m. The event will be open to the players, tournament sponsors and their families. Gospel group The Last Generation will provide entertainment. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Sunset Country Club. The tournament will be split into a morning flight and an afternoon flight. The sign-in time for the morning flight is 7 a.m. with a tee time of 8, while the sign-in time for the afternoon flight is 11:30 with a tee time of 1 p.m. The format for the tournament is 4-man Captain’s Choice. The team must have a minimum handicap of 50 and only one player on each team can have a handicap of 8 or less. The entry fee is $45 per player and that includes the praise rally and dinner for the players and their families as well. Today is the final day to register for the tournament, which is hosted by the Christian Golfers’ Association. There will be a $50,000 holein-one prize. The person who makes the ace will receive $1,000 while the church for which the player is playing will receive $50,000 from sponsor Jones Automotive Group. The winning team as well as the second- and third-place teams will receive prizes. All cash prizes, with the exception of the $1,000 hole-in-one prize, will go to the churches of the respective winners. There are many different sponsorship opportunities available to businesses as well. For more information, call the CGA office at (803) 773-2171. If no one answers, leave a message. PAR 4 PETS TOURNAMENT

The Par 4 Pets 3rd Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Crystal Lakes Golf Course. The format for the tournament is 4-Man Captain’s Choice. The entry fee is $160 per team or $40 per player. The tournament is limited to the first 20 teams. Prizes will go to the top three teams and prizes will be given to closest to pin on all par 3 holes. The last day to register is Sept. 5. Money raised from the tournament goes to K.A.T.’s Special Kneads. For more information on the organization, check it out on Facebook or go to katsspecialkneads@yahoo.com. For more information on the tournament, call Kathy Stafford at (803) 469-3906, Teresa Durden at (803) 917-4710 or Mike Ardis at (803) 775-1902. 4-PERSON SCRAMBLE

The Links at Lakewood Golf Course will host a 4-person scramble every Thursday. The cost is $25 per person and includes golf, prizes and food following the scramble. Call the pro shop at (803) 4815700 before 4 p.m. on Thursday to sign up.

MARK MY WORDS

Even when it’s just a practice session, have a plan and a goal in mind

ecently I was listening to one of Tony Robbins’ motivational CDs and came across a bit of information that seemed to make a lot of sense, so much so that I have begun incorporating it into my life. Before you get all worked up and start placing a bunch of unfair labels on me, let me explain that the CDs weren’t really my idea. They belong to Cathy, my wife. I don’t especially like the guy and he seems a just a bit too sure of himself (arrogant is really what I mean) for my taste. Alas, I must admit he does have some pretty good ideas about discipline if you can get through listening to how successful he’s been and how wealthy he has become. OK, so much for my disclaimer.

His thought may not be an epiphany to you, but it is to me. Simply stated, my buddy stated that one should have a plan or objective when embarking on any scheduled encounter. He went on to say, “It’s useful to let your brain know the direction it’s heading.” I like that a lot. For a tennis player this works particularly well when heading out to take a lesson. You would be surprised to know how many people show up for a scheduled tennis lesson and when I ask what they would like to work on they say “I don’t know” or “You decide.” For players who receive regular lessons, allowing the tennis pro to direct their paths makes perfect sense, but for those who are not on court with a professional reg-

ularly that is not such a good choice. You want the time to be as productive as possible, so the REARDEN pro needs more direction. If, however, you are just headed out to strike a few balls or even to play a match, instead of merely showing up and seeing what happens, set up some very specific goals about how you would like the time to look and what you would like to get out of it. If you are just in it for the sheer pleasure of being outside and socializing, then make sure enjoying the social aspect of the time is your outcome. If you really want to work on your competitive skills that day, then be more attentive to

the areas that allow you to control the match. Maybe you want to hone your serve and volley game; If you do, then make that your mission. That style is making a comeback you know. The point is if you don’t have clear objectives then chances are your results won’t bring you the kind of satisfaction for which you are looking. The more practical use of this is out in the real world. If you are having dinner at the in-laws and you are dreading it, make a plan to steer conversation toward something pleasant, something that allows you and your spouse to talk about how wonderful the evening was rather than rehashing the same old stuff “she brings up every time.” If you have an unexpected day

off, make a plan about what you want to do with it. “But Mark, sometimes I just like to chill and let the day come to me,” you may be saying to yourself. Boy, don’t I know that one, but guess what? That is a plan. As long as you have let your brain know the direction it is headed, you won’t regret having wasted time at the end of the day. The point to all of this is when you set up specific expectations to any scheduled encounter you are much more likely to be at peace and at ease about the outcome. For you folks who like crossing things off your to-do list, this can take you to a whole new level. Think beyond merely having a plan; plan an outcome. Mark my words, it will change you.

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Katt Williams relaxation method? It might surprise you BY KEVIN MCDONOUGH Can a comedian be incendiary, profane, controversial, steeped in black street culture and “conservative” at the same time? Viewers who identify with faith, patriotism and traditional values may not make it through 15 seconds of the stand-up special “Katt Williams: Priceless: Afterlife” (10 p.m. Saturday, HBO, TV-MA). But if they can withstand his torrent of vulgar language, they may find some common ground. Williams arrives in an oversized fur coat, introduced like a heavyweight champion, and proceeds to talk about himself. He catalogs his many stage altercations and arrests before extolling the wonders of California’s medical marijuana emporiums. He makes an impassioned appeal for the end of racism and decries bigotry as a waste of time in a world where people of every color and background have problems of their own. He then goes on to say that the problems of black people are on a very different magnitude than those of white folk. He argues that black people should forget their troubles by watching programs aimed at white audiences. He really likes to relax watching “Swamp People,” perhaps while sampling the products of the emporiums mentioned above. He just loves a show featuring people speaking a brand of English he can barely understand, catching alligators with their bare hands. He also finds it comforting that every episode is exactly the same. When it comes to political correctness, homosexuality and the media’s celebration of pioneering gay players in the NBA and NFL, this “Swamp People” fan’s attitudes aren’t terribly different than those expressed by Phil Robertson of “Duck Dynasty.” Williams just seems smart enough to know that such comments seem far more appropriate coming from the notorious star of a TV-MA HBO special than the patriarch of a familyfriendly reality show heavily merchandised in stores like Wal-Mart. He also offers profanity-fueled tirades about his pride in being an American, the need for faith in one’s life and his

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“Katt Williams: Priceless: Afterlife,” the comic’s second HBO solo special, debuts at 10 p.m. today on HBO.

CULT CHOICE disdain for the spiritually arid deserts of contemporary atheism. Don’t go looking for Williams on “The 700 Club” anytime soon. But there may be more common ground than meets the eye. • As Katt Williams observes in his HBO stand-up special, occupational reality comedies like “Swamp People” offer a thought-free form of comfort food. And much of their appeal lies in their unchanging format. The guys on “Wicked Tuna” have to catch tuna every week. You can dwell on shenanigans just so long before you lose sight of the central point: getting a fish on a hook. Another staple of these series is obvious regional stereotyping. The “Wicked” in “Wicked Tuna” comes from Boston slang. “Ghost Hunters” hails from Rhode Island, and broad Massachusetts vowel sounds abound in “Wahlburgers” on A&E. In addition to New England, the Deep South, Cajun country and the Great White North have become the settings for series from “Billy the Exterminator” to “Ice Road Truckers” (10 p.m. Sunday, History, TV14). We should hardly be surprised that National Geographic sets out to shake things up with “Wicked Tuna:

North vs. South” (10 p.m. Sunday, TV-14). The crew from Gloucester, Massachusetts, takes on the top fishermen from North Carolina’s Outer Banks. The Southern challengers introduce themselves with gunplay and bravado, toasting their adventure by propelling full champagne bottles into the air and blasting them from a fast-moving boat. Help yourself. • Daniel Radcliffe stars in the 2007 British period piece “My Boy Jack” (8 p.m. Sunday, Ovation), based on the true story of poet Rudyard Kipling’s efforts to find his son (Radcliffe) after he was reported missing in action during World War I.

ancient relic is unearthed in the 2014 shocker “Zodiac: Signs of the Apocalypse” (9 p.m., Syfy, TV-14). • Cullen has authority issues on “Hell on Wheels” (9 p.m., AMC, TV-14). • Claire meets the laird on “Outlander” (9 p.m., Starz, TVMA). • A shark attack survivor returns to familiar waters on “Great White Matrix” (9 p.m., Discovery, TV-PG). • A seemingly happy marriage implodes on “Deadly Affairs” (9 p.m., ID, TV-14), hosted by Susan Lucci. • Unusual facts loom large as “10 Things You Don’t Know About” (10 p.m., H2, TV-PG) enters its second season, hosted by Henry Rollins.

SATURDAY’S HIGHLIGHTS • Note: Local NFL coverage may pre-empt some programming below. • Daniel Radcliffe stars in the 2002 adaptation of “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (8 p.m., ABC, TV-PG). • Alfre Woodard and Kathy Bates star in the 2008 drama “Tyler Perry’s the Family That Preys” (8 p.m., Lifetime, TV-14). • Olivia helps Grace confront her ex on “Cedar Cove” (8 p.m., Hallmark, TV-PG). • Rachel works on her image on “Glee” (9 p.m., Fox, r, TV14). • Mayhem ensues after an

SUNDAY’S HIGHLIGHTS • A marathon of “Breaking Bad” (5 p.m., AMC, TV-14) episodes includes cast interviews. • Repeat reports scheduled on “60 Minutes” (7 p.m., CBS): a stock market expose; a mobile medical clinic in Appalachia; choosing cartoons for The New Yorker. • The Kansas City Chiefs and Carolina Panthers meet in preseason NFL football (8 p.m., Fox). • Politics can be murder on “Unforgettable” (9 p.m., CBS, TV-14). • Josh Groban hosts “Rising

Produced four years after World War II, director William Wellman’s 1949 drama “Battleground” (11:45 a.m. Sunday, TCM) departed from the gungho dialogue of “war effort” movies to depict fighting men (John Hodiak, Van Johnson and Ricardo Montalban) in a more realistic light.

SATURDAY SERIES Two episodes of “48 Hours” (8 p.m. and 10 p.m., CBS, r) * Two hours of “Dateline NBC” (8 p.m.) * On two episodes of “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” (Fox, r, TV-14): Stacy Keach gueststars (8 p.m.), Thanksgiving (8:30 p.m.) * Inflight mayhem on “CSI” (9 p.m., CBS, r, TV-PG) * Gambling woes on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (10 p.m., NBC, r, TV-14).

SUNDAY SERIES The Miami finals of “American Ninja Warrior” (7 p.m., NBC, r, TV-PG) * “Big Brother” (8 p.m., CBS) * “Wipeout” (8 p.m., ABC, TV-PG) * The quarterfinals of “America’s Got Talent” (9 p.m., NBC, r, TV-PG) * A socialite goes overboard on “Reckless” (10 p.m., CBS, TV14) * One too many confessions on “Castle” (10 p.m., ABC, r, TV-PG). Copyright 2014, United Feature Syndicate

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Wanted experienced Tree Climber & Ground crew. Min. 3 yrs experience required. Collins Tree Service, 803-499-2136

Sales people needed for local car dealership. Experience a must! Call 803 494-5900

Sumter County Civic Center Indoor Garage Sale. 700 W. Liberty St. Saturday, September 20, 2014 8 am - 1 pm. Free admission. For booth space call 803-436-2271 Starting Aug. 25th, 2014 @ 9:00am

Everything but the house sale! Lots of furn., electronics, fitness, & more. 3270 Tamarah Way. Sat. 8am - 1pm

803-316-0128

Help Wanted Full-Time

Apply on line at www.thompsonsout heast.com for Chemical Operator. EOE

402 Haynsworth, Indoor sale, Sat. 7 am - ? Lots of furniture, misc. items. All must go! Cash only.

Ray Tobias & Company Septic tank pumping and services. (803) 340-1155 Senior and Military discounts available. 1st time customers receive 10% off when you mention this ad!

EMPLOYMENT

30 Gray Fox Ct. Sat 8-12 InsideDorm/Apt Furn, kit. table, chairs, appl., dishes, office electronics, riding & push mowers.

Sugarplums Antiques Parking Lot, 3304 Hwy 15S. Sat. 8AM-2 Sofa Sleeper, Recliner, Dresser, Desk, New Fishing Rods & Reels & Misc Hshld

Counter position @ Polar Bear Cleaners Manning, SC Apply in person 1087 B Alice Dr Sumter Need OTR Truck Drivers. 2yrs exp. Good driving records. Dependable, willing to work. Paid weekly. Paid vacations. Call 888-991-1005 Shamrock Bingo is now taking applications for Security Guard & runners/callers to work full or part time. Must be able to work weekends. No exp. needed. Call 803 905-5545

Experienced Floral Designers needed. Full and part time. Please call Laura at The Daisy Shop 803-773-5114 Georgio's II now taking applications for FT/PT positions. Apply in person from 2-5 at Savannah Plaza location. Must have some exp. Must be 18 or older. Willie Sue's Food & Spirits will be opening soon. We are looking for the following to join our team. Exp Dishwashers, Line, Prep, & Grill Cooks for the kitchen, great personalities and big smiles to work in the front of the house. Pick up applications, Aug. 18th-20th between 12-5pm at 3355 Patriot Parkway.

STC Now Hiring Diesel Mechanic Qualified candidates must have:

Martin's Used Appliance Washers, Dryers, Refrig., Stoves. Guarantee 464-5439 or 469-7311 26 piece Vintage Williamsport Pressed Glass Punch Bowl Set in original box, $6.00. Call 803-469-2689 9 Drw Dresser with 2 mirrors $100 6 Drw Dresser with mirror & end table $75, lazy boy recliner couch $250, lazy boy rocker recliner $50, kitchen table with 2 padded benches with storage & 2 chairs $250, 2 curio cabinets $100 Ea. All excellent condition OBO. 803-469-9275

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014

â&#x20AC;˘Valid driver license â&#x20AC;˘High School Diploma or GED â&#x20AC;˘Three years or more of diesel mechanical experience â&#x20AC;˘Must provide tools / picture at interview STC offers competitive salary and benefits EOE and Drug Free Workplace Contact - Pat Joyner 803-775-1002 x107 Live in position in Santee. Cash + rent free apt. Couple/Single to clean motel rooms. Call 803-854-3378.

2PC BATH SETS $8 per set

SLIGHTLY IRREGULAR MICROFIBER SHEET SETS Full.............. $4 per set Queen......... $5 per set King.............$5 per set

Help Wanted Full-Time

Mobile Home Rentals

Commercial Industrial

Locally established Heating & Air condition Co. looking for Exp. Service Tech. (2 yrs min. exp) Needs to have good driving record. Pay range from $33k-$46k a year plus health insurance, retirement, bonus and commission available. Apply in person at 1640 Suber Street.

4351 Birch Ct. 2BR/1BA $375/Mo., 23 W. Patricia Dr.. 2BR/1BA $485 /mo, 1175 Flamingo Rd 3BR/2BA $550/Mo, 11 Cresent 3BR/1BA $600/mo. Most Sec deposit starting at $250, Sec. 8 Ok. Call 773-8022

Lease or Sale- Owner financing avail, 5200 sq ft Building. Large fenced lot, 5 offices, kitchen, reception office, shop area. 822 S Guignard Call 803 968-5762

2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Trailers for rent, Cherryvale & Dogwood Area $250 & up. (803) 651-9926

TRANSPORTATION

The #1 Furniture Retail Company in the U.S. is seeking highly motivated individuals with outgoing personalities to join our Sales Team. Candidates must have a working knowledge of computers. They will be required to build sales volume by providing superior customer service and knowledge of product and finance options. This full time position is based on a flexible work schedule that includes evenings, Saturdays and some holidays. Offering unlimited income potential based on commission and bonuses. Guaranteed salary during training process. Send resume to 2850 Broad St., Sumter, SC 29150.

STATEBURG COURTYARD 2 & 3 BRs 803-494-4015

Autos For Sale

Nice 3BR/2BA on nice lot. Near Shaw. $600/mo. Call 803-983-8084

2001 Chevy S10, good tires, $2,500 OBO. 1997 Chevy Blazer 4x4, 4WD. Leather seats. New tires, Both in exc. cond., & cold A/C, $2,500 OBO. 803-229-8119, 803-447-5453

REAL ESTATE Homes for Sale

A Guaranteed Credit Approval AUTO LOANS We will arrange financing even if you have been turned down before. Loans available for no credit, bad credit, 1st Time Buyers & Bankruptcy buyers. No co-signers needed. Call Mr. Ashley Brown at 803-926-3235

Help Wanted Part-Time Country Inn & Suites Hotel Front Desk Clerk Mature, sincere, dep. Must be able to work day or night and weeknds. Apply in person @ behind IHOP & Applebee's on Broad St.

$$$ AVON $$$ FREE TRAINING! 803-422-5555

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 8/17/14 2-4Pm 715 George Washington Blvd, (Past Spann's on Wedgefield Rd) Sumter 3BR 2BA 1251 Sq Ft. YR 1995 Newly Renovated $121,500.00 C-21 A Walton Agency Realtor Eloise Conyers

RENTALS Unfurnished Apartments 2BR 1BA, Conv. to Sumter Mall. $530/mo + dep. 803-775-1281. Nice 1BR Apartment $450/mo & $325/dep. Water included. No pets. 803-775-5638 Lrg 1BR Apt. Private. $450/mo + $450 dep. req. 1 yr. lease. Incl. water, cable, all appl., W/D, C/H/A. 803 934-6942 Avail. Sept 1

Unfurnished Homes Alice Dr School Area 4 BR 2 BA carport, fenced yard, $1200 Mo. + Dep Call 704-345-8547 Meadowcroft S/D, Move in Sept. 1st, Beautiful, spacious, clean 3 Br, 2.5 ba, bonus rm, 0.5 ac. Fenced in backyard, tile / hdwd floors, deck, sprinkler, 2 car garage. $1600 mo. + ele. & water. 847-0115.

3 homes for rent. 1300 - 2100 sq ft., $850 - $1200 mo. 3 br, 2 ba, (near Shaw AFB). 646-460-4424. 2BR/1.5BA, duplex Ceiling fans, carpet/tile flrs, wht kit, stove/fridge, laundry rm, carport, shed, $600/mo + dep. No Pets. 803-481-8286 lv msg.

Mobile Home Rentals Baconhill Rd./Pinewood SW Mobile Home, 3BR/2BA, stove, frig, $550/mo. + dep. 803-506-4600

For Sale by Owner 111 Alice Dr $120,000. 108 ft corner lot, masonry veneer, new roof, 3BR 2BA w/ceramic tile/floor, Lrg LR with buck stove insert in F/P, dining room, family room, kitchen with handmade pine cabinets, dw, hardwoods. Ceiling fan in every room except LR. C/H/A, Patio 2 Car garage, brick fence in back yard with white rod iron gate. Contact # 1-617-276-3306

2001 Buick Park Avenue, exc. condition, only 114,000 miles. Must sell! $4,500 OBO. 803-464-8917.

Miscellaneous

FSBO: 848 Bay Blossom Ave., 1,736 sq ft, 3BR/2BA. large fenced yard, Call 803-983-4802

Manufactured Housing 3BR/2BA (Dalzell) with land. Easy Financing. 803-983-8084

SW 2BR/1BAMH loc on Rental lot in park. $6,500. Owner financing avail. Call 803-464-5757. Looking for your DREAM HOME? LOW CREDIT SCORE? Been turned down for bad credit? Come try us, we do our own financing. We have 3-4-5 bedroom homes. For more information, call 843-389-4215.

Land & Lots for Sale (1) Lot in Lakewood Links Subd. 2900 Waverly Dr. $18,000 OBO, 803-983-5691

Reconditioned batteries $35. Also have lawn mower, truck, 4 wheeler, golf cart & marine batteries, starters & alternators. Car dealers/garages ask about special prices. Auto Electric Co. 803-773-4381

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108 Agnes St 3br 1ba Mobile Home $375/mo + $375/dep. By Dillon park. Call 803-481-4013 (Scenic Lake) 3BR 2BA 16x80. No pets Call 803-499-1500. From 9am5pm Oaklawn MHP: 2 BR M.H.'s, water /sewer/garbage pk-up incl'd. RV parking avail. Call 494-8350 2/3BR MH. All appliances, C//H//A, Section 8 OK 469-6978 499-1500

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MERCHANDISE Garage, Yard & Estate Sales HUGE (7+ Family) Yard Sale, 1745 Camden Rd. Fri. (7-5) & Sat. (7-12). Big Variety. You don't want to miss this one!

Circulation Department 20 N. Magnolia Street Sumter, SC 29150 Call Lori Rabon 774-1216

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