IRMO – Mayor Bill Danielson has been selected by the Nominating Committee of the Association of South Carolina Mayors (ASCM) to fill an unexpired one-year term on the organization’s Board of Directors. The appointment recognizes Danielson’s leadership in municipal government and gives the Town of Irmo greater representation in statewideContinue Reading
Bryan Ritter led the Irmo Town Council in the Pledge of Allegiance for their meeting June 16 at the Municipal Building. Afterwards, Ritter was presented with the Air Force flag that has flown at the Veterans Park in Irmo. Ritter joined the United States Air Force 21 October 1980, heContinue Reading
IRMO, SC -The Town of Irmo has officially named longtime resident, educator, and community advocate Julie Zimmerman as the first-ever recipient of the Heart of Irmo award. Coordinated by Councilman Mike Ward and presented by the Irmo Town Council, this new semi-annual honor recognizes outstanding local volunteers who demonstrate anContinue Reading
A 22 acre derelict mining site along Columbiana Drive has been recommended for rezoning by the Irmo Planning Commission which could lead to a multi family community development of 300 apartments. The apartments would rent at the market rate and the property would have a swimming pool, clubhouse, gym andContinue Reading
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 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
A proposed three phase development on 67.35 acres along Shady Grove Road failed to meet first reading by Irmo Town Council May 19 during the regular town council meeting. More than 100 people attended the council meeting to voice their opinions against the development. Most of the comments had theContinue Reading