IRMO – A Lexington-Richland School District Five student has been elected as a National Officer for the SkillsUSA organization making her the first ever National Officer from the State of South Carolina. Avery Smith is a rising senior in the Law Enforcement Services Program at the Center for Advanced TechnicalContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The First Responders Basketball Game, featuring a spirited match between the Irmo Fire District and EMS, saw an exciting turn of events this past Saturday, June 29, at Seven Oaks Park, located at 200 Leisure Lane. Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson was given the honor of refereeing theContinue Reading
Local businessman Jason Baynham has entered the race for Lexington-Richland Five School Board. Baynham, the owner of a landscaping company and a former retail manager, plans to draw on his experiences to be a strong voice on the board. “I am ready to bring my passion and energy to theContinue Reading
Summer has officially arrived, bringing temperatures in the 90s to parts of South Carolina. While summer offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, the extreme heat and increased activity levels can also lead to a rise in unintentional injuries and health issues. By being prepared and aware of common summerContinue Reading
Saluda Shoals Park is excited to announce a series of upcoming events designed to celebrate the natural beauty of the park and offer fun activities for all ages. Here’s a rundown of what’s coming up: July 12 – Paddle and Pint, 6:00 – 8:00 PMJuly 19 – Sunset on theContinue Reading
Richland County, SC — In a move designed to foster closer ties with the community, Sheriff Leon Lott has added 17 new Ford Mustang GTs to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s Community Action Team (CAT) fleet. The new vehicles were unveiled on July 1 and are expected to serve asContinue Reading
I like to talk about what I call loving lies, therapists call it therapeutic fibbing, but whatever you call it, not telling the “truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” is often the best thing for your loved one diagnosed with dementia. You want to spare your lovedContinue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s professional development program, Institute for Organization Management, proudly announces that Kerry Powers, President & CEO of the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce, has successfully completed her second year at the Institute for Organization Management. This four-year nonprofit leadership training program took place at theContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for its annual competitive exhibits, set to be displayed from October 9-20 during the S.C. State Fair. Exhibitors from across the state are invited to submit their entries by September 1 in various categories for a chance toContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization has crowned Mary Elle Marchant, Miss River Bluff’s Teen, as Miss South Carolina’s Teen 2024. Marchant, an 18-year-old from Lexington, recently graduated from River Bluff High School and wowed the judges with her exceptional talent and poise. Marchant captivated the audienceContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The City of Columbia is pleased to announce the availability of the 2024 Youth Services Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to inform parents and guardians about services and programs available to youth throughout the summer in Columbia and other parts of Richland County. The guide highlights aContinue Reading