Thrifty Treasures recently opened its doors in Irmo providing an abundance of reduced, reused, and recycled items. Melba Poole and Sharon Kahl have stocked the store with hand-painted items, crafts, antiques, homemade items, kids’ games, kitchenware and some furniture. Six other vendors offer their treasures on the premises as well.Continue Reading
Burn Boot Camp has been in Irmo for about four years, but in December 2022 Hailey and Angel Irizarry took over as the new owners and kicked the operation into high gear. Hailey had been a member for years, literally building a family at Burn. She had made so manyContinue Reading
The Coffee Shelf a coffee shop located in Chapin, has been sold to Petit Paris Studio. Founded by Jerry Caldwell, The Coffee Shop has been offering coffee and pastries, new and used books, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere to the Chapin community since 2016. Caldwell expressed his gratitude forContinue Reading
By: Curtis Loftis South Carolina State Treasurer The flowers, the trees, the birds, even the seasonal allergies signal spring is here. It’s always refreshing – aside from the allergies – to welcome a new season of growth. And it’s good to remember that growth doesn’t need to be limited toContinue Reading
In honor of Financial Literacy Month, the City of Columbia Community Development Department is partnering with Richland County to host a Home Buying and Financial Workshop for this session of All Access Columbia April 20 from 6 – 8 pm. Informational booths will also be included. Topics will include downContinue Reading
The BullStreet District will become the future home to Columbia’s first Tupelo Honey Cafe. The restaurant, known for scratch-made southern food and handmade cocktails, is set to open its 5,800 sf location in the first quarter of 2024 inside the new Bennet at BullStreet mixed-use complex. “When I first visitedContinue Reading
Wallick Investments, LLC has announced Lisa Breese has joined the firm as Community Relations Coordinator. In addition to team support, her primary focus is sharing Wallick Investments’ approach of faith- and factor-based investing. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, she began her career at SCANA in marketing forContinue Reading
Wridz, a third option for rideshare has opened for business in Columbia, Myrtle Beach, and Charleston. Wridz calls itself “The Evolution Of Rideshare” and is currently in 16 cities and quickly expanding. What sets Wridz apart from Uber and Lyft is it’s subscription based model for the drivers. This putsContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for their newest member, Dynamite Kids After School and Summer Camp. Tamayah and Tim Goodwin started the business in Irmo recently supporting H.E.Corley, River Spring, Dutch Fork and Ballentine Elementary schools. They provide free transportation and include martial arts, sports,Continue Reading
Wingard’s Market Wildlife Specialist Zach Steinhauser has announced the opening of his new business, The Carolina Safari Company (CSC), where he will lead guided tours of the unique southeastern landscapes and wildlife. The next upcoming adventure is a Coastal Fossil Hunt in Charleston March 25. “I love being able toContinue Reading
On Friday, March 3, 2023, the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding Chamber partners at the 2023 Irmo Chamber Awards Night and Gala, presented by Steve Padgett’s Honda of Lake Murray, hosted by the Doubletree by Hilton. Honorees included the 2023 Ambassador of the Year, Diplomat of the Year,Continue Reading
Record-setting $2 billion investment has the potential to create 4,000 or more permanent jobs The Richland County Economic Development Office is pleased to announce that (“Scout”), makers of the next-generation of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, has decided to establish its manufacturing operations in Blythewood. The company’s planned $2 billionContinue Reading
Steve’s Kitchen held its grand opening with the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 1 located at Steve Padgett Honda. Chef Sheila Veach, owner of Small Packages, will operate the restaurant. Left to right Roger Johansson, Chairman of the board for the Irmo Chamber, Kerry Powers President/CEO ofContinue Reading
The Leadership Columbia Class of 2023 (LC23) has announced its partnership with Homeless No More. As part of the Leadership Columbia program, each class chooses a project that makes an impact in the community. This year’s class project is a comprehensive undertaking that includes physical enhancements to St. Lawrence Place,Continue Reading
Matt Shealy, of the Irmo / Lake Murray office of Coldwell Banker Realty in the Carolinas, was ranked fourth among 100,000 Coldwell Banker-affiliated agents nationwide for 2022 sales based on total units sold. Each year, Coldwell Banker honors the top ten real estate agents and teams from across its networkContinue Reading