Photo: More beauty lives in an old country store than the newest McMansion. By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Title my photo Struggle. Caption it: Dreams die along the back roads. First two sentences: Can’t even sit in a chair and look forward to better days. Stuck in reverse. AContinue Reading
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is being honored through a new initiative led by the Society of Former Agents of SLED and its 501(c)(3) subsidiary, the Foundation of Former Employees of SLED (FFESLED). The foundation has announced efforts to establish a permanent K9 Memorial at SLED Headquarters. TheContinue Reading
Two educators from Irmo Middle School have been recognized by the South Carolina Association for Middle Level Educators for their excellence in middle-level education. Dawson Tate, a geometry teacher, received the 2026 Innovation in Practice Award, while eighth-grade math teacher Gracie Bradley was named a Promising Educator to Watch. TheContinue Reading
Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina hosted an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony March 13 for its new Midlands Clean Tech Accelerator Lab in Columbia. The Clean Tech Accelerator is designed to provide job training and placement opportunities, preparing participants for careers in the growing clean energy sector. Qualifying traineesContinue Reading
For many years, the Health & Wellness Community Service Program (CSP) has led an initiative to support local schools by providing sanitary products for students in need. These essential items are often not covered by traditional assistance programs, yet they remain a basic necessity for many students. At its FebruaryContinue Reading
701 Center for Contemporary Art will host a special musical event March 22 from 5 to 6:15 p.m. to mark the closing of its exhibition, The Unscene South. The final day of the exhibition will feature a tribute performance by Loretta Holloway, whose music will reflect the historic and culturalContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce recognized Oak Pointe Elementary School fifth grader Runrun Flores and teacher Lucas White as its Student and Teacher of the Month. “Runrun is one of our top academic students,” said Principal Christian English. “He’s been a true leader in our student government, helps withContinue Reading
Photo courtesy of ESNTL Headshots – President and CEO Kerry Driggers, Chamber Chairman Brian Crocker of Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union and Ambassador of the Year, Billy Chastain of Dominion Energy South Carolina. The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding business and community leaders at the 2026 Irmo ChamberContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council held a workshop March 3 to discuss the upcoming budget, a new town hall project, and potential revenue measures. Dave Detwiler, project manager for ILCKCS, briefed council members on the planned $6.8 million town hall construction. Once all approvals are secured, the project is expected to takeContinue Reading
Looking for a way to kickstart your weekend with high-energy action? The Irmo Fire District’s High Intensity Team (HIT) is hosting a free community workout Saturday, March 21, and residents are invited to train alongside local firefighters. Whether you’re ready to push your limits or simply want to enjoy aContinue Reading
The Chapin High School and Dutch Fork High School jazz bands earned Superior Ratings at the South Carolina Band Directors Association Jazz Performance Assessment, held March 7 at Newberry College. Chapin High School’s Bryson Couto was recognized as Best Soloist for his performance on the baritone saxophone. Dutch Fork HighContinue Reading