By Thomas Grant Jr. Down 7-0 at Forest City after two innings, it appeared the Lexington County Blowfish’s chances as repeating as Coastal Plain League champion were sunk. Over the next seven innings, the Blowfish found their winning “stroke”. They scored 12 unanswered runs and held on for the 12-9Continue Reading
Open Letter Dear Editor I am disappointed in the Irmo News for allowing Miriam Johnson to have a letter published in your paper full of Democrat talking points. There is much division in our country right now and this letter is completely unhelpful. She could not prove a word ofContinue Reading
Open Letter full of liberal rhetoric Dear Editor, I have lived in the Columbia area for 40 years. I recently move to Chapin/Irmo area and picked up your paper for the first time. I turned the front page and the first thing I see is a woke, liberal open letterContinue Reading
Open Letters are opinions submitted to us by the community. All are welcome, the opinions expressed are those of the author and not this publication. Please keep it respectful, focused mostly on local topics or content and please limit yourself to no more than 650 words. Letters are edited forContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – The Irmo Fire Foundation and the Irmo Police Community Foundation have teamed up for a Boston Butt Fundraiser to support community youth programs. They are offering pre-cooked, vacuum-sealed 5 lb. Boston Butts for $65. For those who prefer shredded meat, an additional $5 fee applies. Payments areContinue Reading
The former Greater Irmo Scholarship Pageant Committee met at Lizard’s Thicket in Irmo on Wednesday, July 24. The group was founded in 1995 not long after the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce was created. “It was a labor of love,” said Chuck Larsen, 96, longtime President/CEO of the chamber. “WeContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. EASLEY – Last year’s appearance at J.B. Red Owens Field was painfully brief for Irmo Little League. The Seniors played just two games in the Senior League Baseball World Series losing both in walk off fashion. They returned Sunday looking for redemption and with an opportunityContinue Reading
Lake Murray, SC – In a rare and spectacular event, a tornado formed over Lake Murray on Thursday, July 25, transforming into a water spout. The water spout, which formed during mid-afternoon storms, was witnessed by fishermen and landowners, many of whom captured the phenomenon on video. Fortunately, no damageContinue Reading
As the new school year approaches, Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is organizing a school supply drive to support foster children in the community. With most local students returning to class in August, CASA is seeking donations of essential school supplies to help these children succeed academically. YouContinue Reading
The 2024 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on October 5 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg Street, Columbia. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and for the 18th year, participants are asked to show their support by joining the city walk to bring awareness of the abuseContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. So many events, so many ramifications for Lexington County Blowfish. The final week is guaranteed to end in a “blaze of glory” even with the final fireworks show planned for the regular-season home finale this Friday. After the last “Dog Day Wednesday” against the Forest CityContinue Reading