IRMO — Officers with the Irmo Police Department recently received Whataburger lunches through the Feed an Officer program, made possible by a sponsorship from Midlands Family Chiropractic. Serve & Connect, the organization behind the program, has provided more than 4,000 meals to law enforcement officers across the Midlands and distributedContinue Reading
By Radley West In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding time for a healthy, nutrient-packed meal can feel like a mission impossible. But what if there was a simple, delicious, and incredibly convenient way to flood your body with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants? Enter the green smoothie, your newContinue Reading
When Holiday Meals Trigger More Than Fullness: Understanding Histamine Reactions You didn’t overeat. You skipped dessert and passed on the bread. Yet halfway through dinner, your nose starts running. Your cheeks flush. You feel bloated, restless or itchy. Maybe you wake up in the middle of the night feeling hot,Continue Reading
The snow of 2010 in Columbia. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net A thirteen-year relationship was dying. The song seemed written for us. Here comes one of those songs that arrives at a hurtful time. You grieve, heal, stumble into new entanglements, regret and vow never again, and before youContinue Reading
By Mike DuBose Food is one of the largest family expenses. Rising food prices and busy schedules while providing economical meals are challenging In our earlier article, we examined the four largest South Carolina food chains (Kroger, Food Lion, Publix, and Walmart). We compared onsite prices using 21 of theContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — The Columbia-Richland Fire Department has begun collecting donations for its sixth annual Firefighters Feeding Families Holiday Food Drive. Residents are encouraged to donate canned goods and other non-perishable food items, which will be distributed to families in need during the holiday season. Donations may be dropped off duringContinue Reading
COLUMBIA — Project Unity USA, in partnership with the Rivervettes of Columbia, will host a free Community Christmas Dinner this Saturday to support families and individuals in need across the Midlands. The event is open to the public and aims to provide a warm meal, fellowship and holiday cheer duringContinue Reading
IRMO — The Town of Irmo held its regular council meeting Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at the municipal building located behind Town Hall at 7300 Woodrow Street. Councilwoman Dr. Barb Waldman and Councilman Gabriel Penfield were sworn in to new four-year terms. Penfield was recently under investigation by the IrmoContinue Reading
IRMO — The Town of Irmo has launched the Mayor’s Uplift Initiative, known as Irmo Believes, a new community-driven effort aimed at strengthening families and building long-term opportunity throughout the town. The initiative is centered on the belief that a strong community begins at home, with families who feel supported,Continue Reading
Pictured during the check presentation are Pastor Steve Counts and Will Lynch. IRMO — Ballentine Fire Station 20 recently received a $875 donation from New Hope Church to support the station’s community service projects. The funds were raised during New Hope Church’s Fall Festival, held Nov. 1, through craft vendorContinue Reading
Christine Boyeson recently rang the bell at SC Oncology Associates, marking the completion of her chemotherapy treatment. She was surrounded by family as she reached the milestone, including Dr. Matt Boyeson, Dr. Amanda Boyeson and her husband, Warren, who were on hand to celebrate and cheer her on. At SCContinue Reading