By Thomas Grant Jr. Just four months removed from playing in the state championship game, former Irmo quarterback A.J. Brand was making an impression on the college level. The Virgina Tech freshman led an 11-play scoring drive during the Spring Game at Lane Stadium. He rushed for 35 of theContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Two outstanding students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have received prestigious honors from the Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA), highlighting their excellence in career and technical education. Avery Smith, a senior in the Law Enforcement Services program at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies, was namedContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. CHARLOTTE, NC – For the first time as an NBA player, Memphis Grizzlies’ forward G.G. Jackson II was back in the Carolinas. The former Ridge View and University of South Carolina forward saw action Tuesday at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. With family in attendance,Continue Reading
IRMO – For its exemplary record of leadership, service and activities that improve the school and community, the Irmo High School Student Council, affectionately known as Irmo StuCo, has been recognized as a 2025 National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC). The NASC program is supported by itsContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Many of us have lived long enough to see such changes as refrigerators replacing Ice Boxes, Wringer washing machines have been replaced with automatic laundry machines, and cell phones replacing landlines. Food additives and food preservatives extend a processed food’s shelf life, and more. Today, health-conscious individualsContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin Spring signals renewal—gardens, hikes, lighter clothes. But for the roughly 40 percent of Americans carrying extra weight, it’s also a reminder of a heavier burden. Obesity isn’t just about size; it’s a medical domino effect hitting health, wallets, and daily life. Here are the top 10 problemsContinue Reading
New York Life Insurance Company, has announced Roger Johansson, LUTCF, CLTC, is celebrating a milestone of 20 years of dedicated service in the life insurance and financial industry. Since joining New York Life Insurance Company in 2005, Johansson has been instrumental in providing financial guidance to clients, helping them navigateContinue Reading
LEXINGTON-RICHLAND – April 10, 2025 — Academic excellence is shining bright in Lexington-Richland School District Five as dozens of high-achieving students were recently recognized for scoring among the highest in the district on national college readiness exams including the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. Students from Chapin, Dutch Fork, Irmo, andContinue Reading
As the South Carolina Philharmonic (SC Phil) marks its 60th season, it’s more than just a milestone—it’s a moment of reflection on an era of unprecedented growth, impact, and outreach. In just four years, the SC Phil has doubled its budget, expanded its educational and community programs, and reached moreContinue Reading
Midlands Family Chiropractic received the ‘Outstanding Elementary School Business Partner’ award from Harbison West Elementary School during the District Five Community Breakfast held recently. This is the second time that Dr. Matt Boyeson and Dr. Amanda Boyeson have won this award. Midlands Family Chiropractic was selected because of their involvementContinue Reading
BALLENTINE, S.C. – A group of local businesses in Ballentine Village is teaming up this April to help those in need with a month-long community food drive. EXIT Palmetto Realty is leading the effort, encouraging residents to donate non-perishable food items throughout the month of April. Donations can be droppedContinue Reading