By Dee Griffin Is semaglutide the best weight loss medication? It really depends. Semaglutide has changed the treatment approach since this medication was approved by the FDA to treat obesity in 2021. This GLP-1 medication mimics a gut hormone that suppresses appetite and helps regulate blood sugar. This action resultsContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can present with several intestinal symptoms that can include those associated with the gastrointestinal tract, such as stomach pain, bloating, cramping, gas, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Most of the time, symptoms are not considered severe, however, it is a persistent, long-termContinue Reading
By Robin All If you’re happy with your current set of irons and aren’t looking to upgrade, now is the perfect time to check the lie angle and make any necessary adjustments. Over time, club heads can shift due to regular use—especially if you’ve accidentally hit a root, rock, orContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The River Bluff baseball team were two outs away from suffering its first Region 4-5A loss. With Irmo leading by a run in the Top 7th, Banks Alexander belted a walk off 3-run homer for a 7-5 victory. The win gave River Bluff the season sweepContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Get ready to sip for a cause! Central S.C. Habitat for Humanity is bringing back its second annual Brew 2 Build Festival on Saturday, April 5, from 2 – 6 p.m. at The Coop, the tailgating hub near Williams-Brice Stadium. This 21-and-over event invites attendees to sampleContinue Reading
HOPKINS, S.C. – Nature lovers, mark your calendars! Congaree National Park has announced the dates for its 2025 Synchronized Firefly Viewing Event, set to take place May 14 – 21. This mesmerizing display of bioluminescence draws thousands of visitors each year to witness fireflies flashing in perfect harmony. How toContinue Reading
LITTLE MOUNTAIN, S.C. – A significant piece of Richland County history was honored on March 22 as Pine Grove AME Church unveiled a new historical marker, recognizing its 157 years of worship, outreach, and education. Richland County Councilman Jason Branham (District 1) delivered remarks at the event, celebrating the church’sContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Strength, teamwork, and community spirit were on full display on March 22 as 32 teams took on the challenge of pulling a fire truck down Hampton Street—all for a great cause. The 12th annual Fire Truck Pull, a beloved community tradition, raised an impressive $64,000 to benefitContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – After nearly three decades of coaching in Irmo, Barry Lee has been honored as Middle School Coach of the Year by the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association (SCACA). Lee has been teaching and coaching for 34 years, with 27 of those years spent at Irmo leading middleContinue Reading
The waggle is more than just a pre-swing habit—it’s a valuable tool for improving your golf game! Think of it as a preview of your swing, helping to set the correct motion before you take your shot. Here’s why the waggle matters: Traces the backswing arc – It mimics theContinue Reading
The Irmo Outreach Committee is looking for help with a property cleanup and lawn care project taking place April 5. Volunteers will gather at 9 am at 236 East Dean Road, in the New Friarsgate subdivision. If you’d like to participate visit IrmoOutreach.help/volunteer and complete the volunteer form. Irmo OutreachContinue Reading