The horaltic pose By Tom Poland: A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Back roads never disappoint me. Such was the case with a road, paved just a tad, but deliciously dirt the rest of the way. As I suspected, its name, Sardis, comes from the Bible, though it could be a family name.Continue Reading
Charlotte chef Courtney Evans is continuing to make a name for herself after earning national attention on the Netflix cooking competition Next Gen Chef. Evans was a standout on the show’s first season, impressing judges from the start with her creativity, technique, and calm under pressure. She earned more PinsContinue Reading
IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five has been ranked the number one school district in the Midlands and the Best Place to Teach in Columbia, according to the newly released 2026 Best Schools in America report by Niche.com. In addition to leading the Midlands, District Five earned the No. 3Continue Reading
IRMO – Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Tri-District Arts Consortium (Tri-DAC) Summer Program. Middle school students attending public schools in Lexington One, Lexington-Richland Five, and Richland Two are eligible to participate. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Tri-DAC, which has provided students with an exceptional andContinue Reading
By Robin All, PGA Life Member A consistent pre-shot routine is one of the best ways to improve your golf game—especially for senior players looking to lower their scores. First, stand behind the ball and visualize the intended path to your target. Look for a small mark or spot twoContinue Reading
Columbia’s Municipal Election will be held Tuesday, November 4, for the offices of Mayor and City Council members representing District One, District Four, and the At-Large seat. The following candidates have officially filed with the Office of the City Clerk: Mayor Daniel J. Rickenmann (incumbent) Jessica S. Thomas Wade H.Continue Reading
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond is now accepting nominations for this year’s Angel Awards, which honor outstanding charitable organizations across the state. Each year, the Secretary of State recognizes charities that devote at least 80 percent of their contributions to charitable services, have operated for at least threeContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo will host its annual Trunk-or-Treat on Friday, October 31, at Moore Park beginning at 6 p.m. The free community event invites families to dress in costume and enjoy an evening of Halloween fun. Nonprofits, churches, businesses, and residents are encouraged to participate by decorating their vehicleContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Irmo Little League Majors continued their “victory tour” this past week with a special visit to the South Carolina Statehouse, where they were guests of Governor Henry McMaster. Coached by Dave Bogin, the Majors finished the summer with an impressive 14–3 record. They captured theContinue Reading
Irmo High School celebrated Homecoming this past Friday with festivities that included a Homecoming court for each class. The school also crowned its official Mr. and Miss Homecoming — Devaughn Sutter and Octavia Bellinger — who were honored during the event.Continue Reading
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Mid Carolina Club3593 Kibler’s Bridge Road, Prosperity, SC 29127 Join the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce for the 2025 Fall Golf Tournament at Mid Carolina Club. As in previous years, the outing will follow a Captain’s Choice format. Special thanks toContinue Reading