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Sumter Shag Club preserves tradition 1 dance step at a time
In South Carolina, where warm Southern charm meets community spirit, a unique dance tradition continues to thrive and bring folks together - the Carolina Shag. Rooted in the late 1930s, the Carolina Shag is a rhythmic, smooth dance that blossomed … more
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Review by Isaiah Ridley: 'Transformers One' is exciting adventure
"Transformers One" is an animated film focusing on the origins of the alien robots before their never-ending battle on their home planet Cybertron. Prequel stories centered on iconic characters are always a haphazard approach in my eyes. I have … more
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31 in Argentina hotel fall
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday after … more
Disney to debut new Lightning Lane Premier Pass this month, but some guests may have sticker shock
The Walt Disney Co. is set to pilot a new pass for guests to get on rides faster at its domestic theme parks, but the cost might be a bit out of reach for some people. Disney said Wednesday that its … more
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So much to do: Harvest Breakfast, Nutcracker, 'Sunday at Sans Souci Farm,' Kreepy Hollow, BOOtanical Garden, Pecan Festival and more
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce's first Blackjack and Birdies Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, Oct. 18, from 9 … more
Patrick Davis hosts special screening in Sumter of series
As Patrick Davis stood before a familiar crowd at Sumter Opera House on Thursday, Oct. 10, his excitement was palpable. Returning to South Carolina eight months after filming at the historic venue in February, Davis was back to present his latest … more
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Christopher Reeve's kids wanted to be 'honest, raw and vulnerable' in new documentary 'Super/Man'
NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Reeve's children say they made a point to include all the complexities of their father's life — his strengths and weaknesses — in the new documentary … more
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What to stream: 'Warriors' album, 'The Dating Game' killer, 'NCIS: Origins' and Travis Kelce's games
Travis Kelce adds game show host to his growing resume with "Are You Smarter than a Celebrity?" and Lin-Manuel Miranda's "Warriors," a musical concept album inspired by the 1979 cult classic film, … more
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Sumter High Honors Orchestra gives inspiring performance of fall music
Before friends, family and school leaders, Sumter High School Honors Orchestra gave a dazzling performance for its Collection of Fall Music concert on … more
Austin Stowell is emotional about playing stoic Jethro Gibbs in 'NCIS: Origins'
LONDON (AP) — Once again, Austin Stowell is having the best day ever — all thanks to him winning the role of legendary TV character Leroy Jethro Gibbs in "NCIS: Origins." "Since I got … more
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Taylor Swift donates $5 million toward hurricane relief efforts
Taylor Swift has donated $5 million to Feeding America to support relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The nonprofit announced the pop star's donation Wednesday with a … more
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Riley Keough felt a duty to finish Lisa Marie Presley's book on Elvis, grief, addiction and love
Riley Keough was quick to agree to help complete her mother's memoir. She thought they'd write it together, reflecting on her extraordinary upbringing and life, but it became a much greater … more
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Things to do across the Midlands: Enjoy Carolina Backcountry Harvest, open golf tourney, Kreepy Hollow Haunted House, state fair and Fall Plant and Flower Festival this weekend
To make a submission to our events list, email pressrelease@theitem.com with EVENTS in the subject line. SUMTER COUNTY See and experience history come to life at the Carolina Backcountry Harvest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the … more
Mayesville Presbyterian's Rejoicings series returns for 2nd season with concert Oct. 13
The second season of Mayesville Presbyterian Church's Rejoicings series will open with a concert from two renowned musicians. The church began offering these musical events to the wider community in spring 2015 before the COVID-19 pandemic … more
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What to stream: Jelly Roll, 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' Cate Blanchett and Charli XCX remixes
Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline co-starring in "Disclaimer," a psychological thriller from writer-director Alfonso Cuarón, and Jelly Roll releasing "Beautifully Broken," a follow-up to his … more
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The Grammys' voting body is more diverse, with 66% new members. What does it mean for the awards?
NEW YORK (AP) — For years, the Grammy Awards have been criticized over a lack of diversity — artists of color and women left out of top prizes; rap and contemporary R&B stars ignored … more
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Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, looks back in memoir 'Be Ready When the Luck Happens'
NEW YORK (AP) — Long before Ina Garten's Barefoot Contessa mini-empire of bestselling cookbooks and TV shows ever took off, she found herself at an airport, wanting to learn to fly. It was the … more
Foodees Food and Culture Festival coming to Sumter
Calling all foodies - there is an event coming to Sumter that you don't want to miss! The Southeast's No. 1 touring food festival, according to a flyer for the event, will stop in Sumter for three days of food, fun and community. Foodees Food … more
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Sumter Oktoberfest to buzz through Main Street on Oct. 12
The largest street party in Sumter returns to downtown next Saturday, Oct. 12. Oktoberfest will benefit Sumter United Ministries, a program that has grown to assist the community with crisis relief, home repair, a homeless shelter, education … more
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Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and an A-list Hollywood actor, has died. Kristofferson … more
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