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
The Crooked Creek Art League invites art enthusiasts to its regular monthly meeting on January 15 at Crooked Creek Park. The event promises an evening filled with artistic inspiration, camaraderie, and an engaging presentation. Date and Time: Date: January 15 Refreshments: 5:30 pm Business Session and Program: 6:00 pm Location:Continue Reading
In a solemn gathering at Irmo Village Apartments on Thursday, January 4, the community came together to express heartfelt recognition and gratitude for Senior Corporal Chris Kaderly of the Irmo Police Department. The event, marked by a poignant ceremony and a symbolic balloon release, honored Officer Kaderly’s selfless attempt toContinue Reading
Kimberly Oakley, lead photographer at Irmo’s Studio 3P, has been selected to participate in the renowned ARTFIELDS competition and exhibition. The event is set to take place in Lake City, SC, from April 26 to May 4, 2024. Oakley’s piece, titled “The Traveler,” offers a creative self-portrait of a spaceContinue Reading
By Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. I am proud of and believe in our students. I have hope that this generation of students will be the leaders of tomorrow who will “form a more perfect union” as outlined in the Preamble of the US Constitution. In the face of theContinue Reading
In September of the past year, Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly hosted the renowned Fishing University/University of Fishing National TV show on the breathtaking waters of Lake Murray. The episode features BASS pro-Bryan New from Saluda and Spro’s Jordan Albertson from Georgia, joining hosts Legendary angler Charlie Ingram and co-hostContinue Reading