In an outstanding display of skill and determination, Ayden Floyd, an 8th-grade wrestler from Irmo Middle School, emerged victorious at the South Carolina Youth Wrestling Association Nationals on December 30. The event, held at Indian Land High School in Lancaster, saw Floyd competing in the 143-pound category. Despite facing theContinue Reading
The Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees approved the 2024-2025 Year-Round Modified Academic Calendar during its meeting December 11. The calendar has school beginning for students on August 8, 2024 and ending on May 29, 2025. The district will have a Fall Break again during the 2024-2025 school year,Continue Reading
Support Groups Caregiver Support Group – Meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 1 – 2:15 pm.You are not alone. Connecting with other caregivers, sharing, venting, and learning from each other and our facilitators help you gain an understanding that you are not alone. Parkinson’s Caregiver SupportContinue Reading
Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on his visit to the Southern Border at the Del Rio Sector in Eagle Pass, Texas: “Today, I joined Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican colleagues from 26 states and American Samoa, in visiting the Southern Border at the Del Rio Sector in EagleContinue Reading
Unlock the mysteries of American Mah Jongg at the Ballentine Community Center! An exciting opportunity awaits as the center introduces a 2-class session for eager learners on January 17 and 24, from 1:30 pm to 4 pm. Class Details: When: January 17 and 24 Time: 1:30 pm – 4 pmContinue Reading
Exciting news is buzzing in our community as SCCK (School Career Connect Kids) proudly announces the launch of a new After School Club at Saxe-Gotha Elementary School in Lexington School District 1, set to kick off on February 7. This expansion marks a significant step forward in SCCK’s mission toContinue Reading
West Columbia, SC – Congressman Joe Wilson hosted his annual legislative agenda media tour today in North Augusta, Aiken, West Columbia, and Barnwell. Highlighting important accomplishments in 2023 and his focus for the new year, Congressman Wilson spoke about ideas to create jobs, generate economic growth, promote conservative solutions, combat inflation,Continue Reading
Get ready for an exciting event at the Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 featuring a Japanese Import Car Drive-In. Mark your calendars for March 23, from 9:00 AM to Noon, as car enthusiasts come together to showcase their impressive Japanese import vehicles. Event Details: How to Participate: Information Requested: Don’tContinue Reading
Got books? The Friends of the Irmo Branch Library at 6251 St. Andrews Road will accept donations of used books and media this Saturday, January 13, from 9 am to Noon and January 25 from 2 -5:00 pm pm. Books may be dropped off curbside at the side entrance toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The transition from longtime girls’ basketball coach Fanny Norris to first-year coach Candace Bush has produced a familiar, winning result so far at Dutch Fork. Despite having a five-game winning streak snapped Jan. 6 in a 60-39 loss to Thomson, Ga., the Class 5A fourth-ranked LadyContinue Reading
Ridge View will play Irmo on Wednesday By Thomas Grant Jr. The undefeated start by the Ridge View boys basketball team has started to attract national attention. Fresh off winning the prestigious Chick-fil-A Classic, the Blazers were ranked Jan. 3 by both Maxpreps.com and ESPN. They made a quantum leapContinue Reading