Alaysha Maple

Journalist at @theitem 🗞 | @CofC Alum 🐯 | She/Her

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

Two years to the day of the disappearance of Sophia and Matteo Van Dam, the suspected killer and kidnapper was arraigned on murder and kidnapping charges before a Sumter County judge.
https://t.co/M8XHqOPsPn

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

#ITEMIMPACT: Legacy isn’t just what you leave — it’s what you grow. At 88, Harriette Wimberly still rides through Swan Lake Iris Gardens, sharing stories of a life spent nurturing Sumter’s most beloved blooms.
Read for free: https://t.co/UpLMAlkrpT

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

#NEXTGEN: @USCSumter's nursing program is young but growing — and so are its students. Rosa Hernandez, soft-spoken and determined, will soon earn her BSN in honor of her late father, whose health struggles inspired her journey
https://t.co/T3ma1e2jZW

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

#ITEMIMPACT: Before she was “The Princess of Soul,” Tia DuRant was a 5-year-old singing her heart out in Sumter churches. Her voice moved congregations — and built the confidence that would carry her to the big stage.
Read for free: https://t.co/qQGKIK3dSX

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

47 years later, Martha Ann Dicks’ family finally got the call. After decades stored in a closed, her remains were rediscovered. And for her niece, Shawn Miller, it’s more than closure, but a chance to reconnect and learn more about her heritage.
https://t.co/qx01URRQq1

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

#PastisPresent: Step inside Temple Sinai in Sumter and you'll find more than stained glass and exhibits— you'll find stories. With care and heart, Diana Roof is keeping the legacy of Sumter’s Jewish community alive for future generations.
https://t.co/e1c0x3SOpS

[American Press Institute @AmPress]

How can local news engage Gen Z?
In the latest #BetterNews case study, @theitem's @vincejohnson, Kayla Green, @alayshamaple & Cary Howard shared how the news org engaged younger readers beyond its high school sports coverage.
https://t.co/yh14bv062s 1/3

[Alaysha Maple @alayshamaple]

It was such a pleasure having Lillian in our newsroom today!

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

Meet Lillian Tillman!
Lillian, a senior at @crestwoodhighsc, visited The Sumter Item today to shadow the newsroom.

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

Meet Lillian Tillman!
Lillian, a senior at @crestwoodhighsc, visited The Sumter Item today to shadow the newsroom.

[Alaysha Maple @alayshamaple]

It was great to hear from Claudia Smith Brinson about her experience writing Stories of Struggle, and the discussion that followed her presentation was eye-opening.

Both the book and our coverage are worth a read.

[SC Press Association @SCPressAssoc]

Intrigued, she decided to spend the first five years of her journalistic career in the state writing about poverty. Through her writing, she met many Black "elders" filled with knowledge and experiences. -- @theitem https://t.co/WlH8XbxwDr

[SC Press Association @SCPressAssoc]

Intrigued, she decided to spend the first five years of her journalistic career in the state writing about poverty. Through her writing, she met many Black "elders" filled with knowledge and experiences. -- @theitem https://t.co/WlH8XbxwDr

[Alaysha Maple @alayshamaple]

And this is why I love what I do ✍🏾💙.

@theitem

[Ashley Miller @xllashllx]

I’m not only covering the front page…but #Clarendon residents you are not going to miss this paper! @ClarendonCSD #schooldistrict

[Alaysha Maple @alayshamaple]

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[Alaysha Maple @alayshamaple]

@xllashllx A genius never reveals their secrets.. 🤫

[Ashley Miller @xllashllx]

Nothing is more satisfying than organizing your files in #dropbox 😫 at least i’m not doing in alphabetical order like @alayshamaple 😂 love you 💕 #journalist

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

Lights, camera, selfie 🤳!

We have a picture-perfect BizTalk coming your way in our weekend edition!
https://t.co/Agbum6z5E5

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

#Sumter residents, @PalmettoVoices is back and ready to serenade you in a one-night show stopping concert🎤!

Read more about Conductor Sonja Sepulveda's unique story on founding the internationally known and loved ensemble 🎶.
https://t.co/H2tmDSOaHt

[The Sumter Item @theitem]

@WhipClyburn, @henrymcmaster, and many more politicians and South Carolinians shared their condolences and fond memories about the late former Sen. McKinley Washington Jr. who passed Sunday.
https://t.co/zmzaBpfv3f