By Thomas Grant Jr. Gray Collegiate Academy spring teams racked up four Region 5-5A titles in their final season in Class 4A. BASEBALL The War Eagles completed a 2-game sweep of Gilbert to finish 13-1 in region play. Last Tuesday, it rallied for two runs in the Bottom 7th to defeatContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo and the Town Council are proud to recognize a resident who truly embodies the essence of “service above self”: Matthew Jenkins. From the front lines of global conflict to the streets of our own community, Matthew’s life has been defined by a steadfast commitment to protecting others. AContinue Reading
Client-centered approach helps simplify complex legal processes for families Moore Bradley Myers (MBM) is strengthening its commitment to South Carolina families by placing a renewed and intentional focus on its Probate and Estate Planning services. This area of law plays a critical role during some of life’s most important andContinue Reading
Governor McMaster praises attendees, says Palmetto State is a paradise By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Scores of lofty awards were presented, including an unexpected Order of the Palmetto, S.C.’S highest award, at Global Eco Adventures’ (GEA) 10th-annual ECO BALL, held April 22, Earth Day, at historic 701 Whaley in Columbia’sContinue Reading
The fourth annual Earth Day celebration at McGregor Presbyterian Church drew a strong turnout on April 18, offering a day of education and community engagement. Visitors explored 20 informational stations covering topics such as energy, plants, recycling, soil, water, wildlife, and buying local. The event provided hands-on learning opportunities forContinue Reading
By Robin All Stance There are countless opinions on how to take your stance for different shots and clubs, but for most senior golfers, focusing on a few common-sense fundamentals can make a significant difference. Foot positioning plays a critical role in both balance and power. Standing with your feetContinue Reading
By Radley West Motivation is a mysterious creature. Everyone wants it. Nobody knows where it goes. People walk into the gym and say, “I just need to get motivated,” as if motivation is hiding behind the squat rack and I forgot to feed it. What they really mean is, “IContinue Reading
Photo: Wilson’s Laundromat, The stories this place could tell. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net My first time home from college I took a bag of dirty laundry to Mom. She tossed it out the door. “You’re education has just begun. From now on wash your own clothes.” Thus didContinue Reading
Shepherd’s Center of St. Andrews has announced Steve Walker has been named a 2026 National Volunteer Honoree in the National Gallery of Volunteer Excellence by Aging Forward (formerly Shepherd’s Centers of America). The honor celebrates outstanding volunteers whose dedication and service have made a lasting impact on older adults andContinue Reading
School District Five has named finalists for its 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year award. The finalists are: Anna Maria Hinson, a Spring Hill High School English teacher; Kathryn Meetze, a Reading Interventionist at H. E. Corley Elementary School; and Patrick Smallwood, a Biomedical Technology teacher at the Center for AdvancedContinue Reading
Moore Park in Irmo will host a Mental Health Awareness Walk May 2. There is an opportunity for local businesses whose products or services support mental health awareness to host a table at no cost. T-shirt or poster advertising is available for a fee. Visit namimid-carolina.org for more information or email ZeeContinue Reading