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
The Irmo Police Department arrested Joseph Seth Braxton at a residence in the New Friarsgate community on May 20, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m. Braxton faces multiple charges, including possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime, drug trafficking, possession with intent to distribute, and possession ofContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo celebrated the grand finale of the Irmo Town Limits Spring Concert Series with a special performance by The Return: A Tribute to the Beatles. The free, family-friendly event took place at the Prisma Health Amphitheater and provided an evening of great music, nostalgia, and community fun.Continue Reading
Irmo concert series underway The Town of Irmo resumed their free Spring Concert Series in Moore Park on Friday, April 24 featuring a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. The performances began at 7 pm with an opening act from Freeway Music in Irmo. Kick, Snare, Crash opened the show as aContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo has named Nicholle Burroughs as its next Deputy Town Administrator. She will begin her new role on May 18, 2026. Burroughs brings more than 17 years of senior-level leadership experience in municipal government, public affairs, and complex operations. She most recently served as Town Administrator forContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council held a regular business meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2025 in the Irmo Municipal Building located at 7300 Woodrow Street. Two public hearings were held prior to the meeting on annexations located at 200 Ministry Drive and two parcels located on Dreher Shoals Rd. Both closed withContinue Reading
Irmo Public Service Director and Arborist, Whitt Cline has officially retired from his duties with the Town of Irmo. Cline has served for 25 years with the town and has brought a transformation to the Town of Irmo through his knowledge as an arborist and his ability to create andContinue Reading
IRMO – The Town of Irmo has officially renamed Irmo Town Park as Whitt Cline Community Park, honoring longtime Public Services Director Whitt Cline for his 25 years of service to the community. The change was approved unanimously by Town Council through Resolution No. 26-04 on March 24, with theContinue Reading
IRMO — Live music returns to Moore Park as the Irmo Town Limits Free Concert Series kicks off three consecutive Friday nights of entertainment, food, and community fun. The free concert series invites residents and visitors to gather beginning at 5 p.m., with gates opening off Church Street for anContinue Reading
By Bill Danielson, Mayor of Irmo Earlier this year, municipal leaders from across South Carolina gathered at the State House for Hometown Legislative Action Day to talk with lawmakers about the real challenges cities and towns face — and the practical policy changes that can help us serve residents moreContinue Reading