Repairs begin in rural Sumter County thanks to federal funds
The funds help with things like public health, lost revenue and infrastructure, a big boost for rural communities like Pinewood with fewer resources.
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The funds help with things like public health, lost revenue and infrastructure, a big boost for rural communities like Pinewood with fewer resources.
The town joins communities nationwide expecting its share of billions of dollars in federal funds. Meanwhile, Sumter County could receive $20M.
Updated: 3:06 PM EDT April 12, 2021 SUMTER, S.C. — Litter continues to plague South Carolina streets, homes and roadways, after the pandemic put a pause on many clean up efforts. Sumter County is hoping to tackle the issue with community clean-up days. According to Sgt. Kaynnera Capers with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, they’ve partnering with the city and communities across the county to send a message, “trash of any kind won’t be tolerated.” “This was a vision of the sheriff,” Sgt. Kaynnera Capers said. “He’s very tired of the trash all over the cou...