Irmo, SC — Get ready to usher in the holiday season with a spectacular new tradition! The Town of Irmo Events Committee is thrilled to announce the First Annual Irmo Christmas Parade, rolling through the streets of Irmo on Saturday, December 6, at 9:00 AM. Enjoy a morning filled withContinue Reading
Irmo, SC (Nov. 6, 2025) — This holiday season, the Town of Irmo is partnering with Toys for Tots, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s iconic children’s charity, to help bring joy to local families in need. Drop off New, Unwrapped Toys at Town Hall:Residents are encouraged to donate new, unwrappedContinue Reading
By Robin All How early should you arrive at the golf course for a 9 a.m. tee time? Depending on your travel distance, plan to arrive around 8 a.m. This allows time to change shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and organize your clubs and balls. After that, check inContinue Reading
By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Photo: The ash door to the smokehouse in Historic Brattonsville. To some, the smokehouse remains a symbol of the impoverished, rural South. Not me. I see it as a rustic savior, and I thank the late Harry Crews for my column’s title. I recalledContinue Reading
Nolan Thompson, 9, competed in a Brazilian Ju-Jitsu competition last month in Greenville. After 3 rounds, he earned a gold medal by submission in his no-gi bracket. Nolan also competed in the gi bracket and earned a silver medal. Nolan competes out of Spartan Academy. Spartan Academy is owned andContinue Reading
Jason Giulietti, President & CEO of the Central SC Alliance, has been named to the inaugural class of ResearchFDI Academy’s Foreign Direct Investment Professionals (FDIP), a recognition announced during the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Annual Conference. The FDIP designation honors leaders who have demonstrated exceptional success in attracting andContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum will host an Accessibility Morning this Saturday, November 8, from 9–11 a.m. Accessibility Morning offers a quieter, sensory-friendly experience designed for children, teens, young adults and adults who are neurodiverse or who have disabilities. Guests may participate in optional adapted activities or explore the museum’sContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Art Guild has announced Laura Hoff as Irmo’s Artist of the Quarter. A newcomer who has recently settled in South Carolina, Hoff is making waves in the local art scene. Her artistic career is rooted in a unique journey. After years spent working in corporate accounting, sheContinue Reading
Irmo will be holding a Veterans Day Ceremony November 11 at 11 am in Irmo Veterans Park on Palmetto Wood Parkway.Continue Reading
Members of the Lexington-Richland School District Five FFA Chapter traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, October 28–November 1 to compete in the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. The students represented South Carolina in the National FFA Veterinary Science Career Development Event, earning a silver rating and placing 16th nationally. Forty-five teams—180Continue Reading
School District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties will honor local veterans and support students exploring military careers during two special events on Wednesday, November 12. The day begins with a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast from 7:30–8:30 a.m. at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies. Military veterans who reside in theContinue Reading