Serve and Connect hosted a Greg’s Groceries packaging event at the Irmo Municipal Building on Thursday, June 4, bringing together law enforcement officers and community volunteers to support local families in need. The Greg’s Groceries program honors the legacy of Officer Greg Alia, who was dedicated to strengthening relationships betweenContinue Reading
Hundreds of residents gathered at Rawls Creek Park on Friarsgate Boulevard on Friday, June 5, for the annual Irmo Community Cookout, an event focused on fellowship, community engagement, and service. Attendees enjoyed free hot dogs and hamburgers fresh off the grill, along with frozen treats provided by Kona Ice ofContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo installed a dedication plaque last week for the town clock located at the corner of Woodrow Street and Lake Murray Blvd. in front of Domino’s Pizza. The town clock was unveiled in 2024 by the Irmo Future Growth Corporation which is a charity created by MayorContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo has been making slight changes to policies and procedures over the last year that has updated the towns way of doing business both internally and with other municipalities. Now they want to completely change their form of government but not entirely. The town discussed going toContinue Reading
The one-room schoolhouse, legendary, and iconic. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net I visited the Bart Garrison Agricultural Museum of South Carolina in Pendleton a few weeks back. If you’re a product of the rural South as I am, the museum takes you on a long walk down memory lane.Continue Reading
By Radley West Hello. It’s Tipsy. I’ve been observing the weather again. Apparently, we’ve had “a lot of rain lately,” which the humans say with concern while staring out the window. Personally, I think it’s great. Everything smells richer and there are now exciting squishy areas that did not existContinue Reading
The Coldstream community has selected the June 2026 Yard of the Month, honoring the home at 207 Berwick Road for its outstanding curb appeal and well-maintained landscape.Continue Reading
The South Carolina Philharmonic has announced a free outdoor concert, John Williams’ America, June 6 at 7 pm at Finlay Park. Presented by the City of Columbia, the event celebrates the SC Phil’s return to the park. The program honors the legacy of composer John Williams, featuring a selection ofContinue Reading
The graduating class of 1966 at Eau Claire High School will hold their 60th reunion June 6 at Wings & Ale located on Bush River Road in Columbia. The event will run from 6 – 10 pm. Dress is casual and everyone is on their own for drinks and food.Continue Reading
The African American Historical Society of Irmo (AAHSI) proudly invites the community to honor the past and inspire the future at the 6th Annual Irmo Juneteenth Celebration. This family-friendly event will take place on Friday, June 19, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Moore Park, located at 7473 Church Street. While Juneteenth recognizesContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo has named Inga Whelchel as its Employee of the Quarter. Nominated by Major John Hendricks, Assistant Chief of Police, Whelchel was selected through her outstanding contributions, unwavering professionalism, and positive impact on the entire team. As the Senior Administrative Assistant, Whelchel demonstrates exceptional performance every day.Continue Reading