News & Media

The City of Sumter works to ensure residents receive as much information as possible about all things relating to the City in a timely manner. In the News Room, you will find official press releases from the City, awards to the City, important services and project information from the Mayor, public service announcements, official city photos, links to social media accounts and more.

Links to Official City of Sumter Social Media Pages:

        



City of Sumter's Social Media Comment Policy (PDF)


 

10/2

SUMTER, S.C. – The trumpet craftsman who spent three decades as the band leader for “The Tonight Show” under the late Johnny Carson will open the Sumter Opera House 2015-2016 season, kicking off the second performance season in decades at the downtown historic venue in September.

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10/2

SUMTER, SC – A public participation meeting will be held on September 1, 2015, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Patriot Hall ( 135 Haynsworth Street) for the Sumter Historic District Traffic Calming Study.

Stantec, the consulting firm hired by the City of Sumter to manage the process, will discuss...Read more

10/2

With rainfall totals still anticipated between 6”-12”, the City of Sumter is asking residents to be prepared, to expect road closures and/or delays, but also report any high water or debris blocking the streets.

“The City is ready should a disaster strike” stated Mayor Joe...Read more

3/16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For More Information & Contacts Call City of Sumter: 803-436-2500 or 803-436-2558 Web Address: www.sumtersc.gov

The City of Sumter officials have decided to...Read more

3/16

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For More Information & Contacts Call City of Sumter: 803-436-2500 or 803-436-2558 Web Address: www.sumtersc.gov

Sumter, SC: The City of Sumter officials have...Read more


The Communications Department at the City of Sumter is charged with providing news and information to council, administration, departments, dignitaries and elected officials, community and local, regional and national media outlets. The Communications Department fields all questions from the media and provides opportunities for interviews with leadership and experts on specific topics, as well as provides media support for many events, activities, and services throughout the community.

Additionally, the communications department tells the story of the City of Sumter through written stories, photos and videos on the more than 30 departments across the city, provides support to Team Sumter and oversees the City of Sumter's social media pages, the city website and the city's employee portal.

Use of any City of Sumter logos or seal is reserved for official City of Sumter business only.