<p>This episode of News Without Ink examines the biggest Sumter area news headlines from the previous week while getting you ready for the upcoming week with information about fun, and interesting local events. <em>News Without Ink</em> is hosted by The Item’s assistant sports editor, J. Scott Sewell and features executive editor Kayla Robins.</p>

Episode 9: Looking back at some of the top stories from 2019

The Sumter Item's news podcast that alternates between longer form audio stories and quicker headline updates. Home of Bouncing Back, a special season of News Without Ink where we highlight local nonprofits (including the United Way of Sumter, the Inspire! Festival, the Sumter County Cultural Commission, Sumter Senior Services and others) that were impacted by COVID-19 through the canceled festivals and events that serve as their fundraisers.