IRMO, S.C. — The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo continues its support of South Carolina Career Kids (SCCK), a nonprofit organization that introduces students to career possibilities and public safety through interactive programs. At the Club’s May 9 meeting, SCCK representatives Libby Hendley and Matt Southern presented updates on theContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Members of the St. Andrews Woman’s Club (SAWC) visited Epworth Children’s Home on May 14 to present a scholarship check to support two residents of the organization’s Independent Living Program. The funds, presented to Christy Mooneyham, Epworth’s Director of Academics, will assist with tuition, books, and transportationContinue Reading
By: Kerry Driggers When Kenneth Shuler graduated from high school, he didn’t know what he wanted to do, but he knew he wanted a job that worked with people. He became a Master Barber in 1959 and opened his first school in 1968. If you’ve ever had a conversation withContinue Reading
IRMO, SC – The community is invited to gather on the front lawn of Irmo Town Hall (7300 Woodrow St.) on Wednesday, June 12, at 12 Noon to celebrate Women Veterans Recognition Day and honor the brave women who have served in the U.S. military. The event commemorates the signingContinue Reading
A trio representing South Carolina Youth Challenge Academy (SCYCA) spoke recently to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo at its breakfast meeting. SCYCA is a program supported by the National Guard and uses several elements of a military level training in order to launch young people on a path toContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The St. Andrews Woman’s Club recently presented a donation to support the Snack Pack project at Union United Methodist Church, which provides food for students at Harbison West Elementary School. The contribution, presented to Michelle Cochcroft, coordinator of the Snack Pack program, will help fund meals sentContinue Reading
Leaphart Elementary STEAM Magnet School is the proud recipient of a brand new “Buddy Bench” thanks to the St. Andrews Woman’s Club and the Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club. The two organizations partnered with the school throughout the school year to support the TREX Plastic Recycling Program. Through their dedicated efforts,Continue Reading
On May 14, members of the St. Andrews Woman’s Club presented a scholarship check to Laird Summers, Development Manager at Palmetto Place. The funds are designated to support youth in the Unaccompanied Minors program, helping them take the next steps after high school graduation. The scholarship money can be usedContinue Reading
Rick passed away on February 26, 2025. Rick was the first hockey director at the original Iceland USA which later became The Plex, from 2001 to 2010. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Rick (Rammer) Ramaley coached former long time NHL players Brooks Orpik and Brian Gionta during their youth careers. RickContinue Reading
IRMO, SC — Irmo Town Park was the place to be on the evening of May 8 as locals gathered for the annual Red, White, and Brews celebration. The event offered a lively mix of hand-selected wines, craft beer, and delicious bites from local restaurants, creating a festive atmosphere forContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – The Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club (LMIWC) honored its 2025 female scholarship recipients, Hollis Head of Dutch Fork High School and Baxley Baker of Irmo High School, during a special presentation held April 29 in the Irmo Branch Library Garden. Each student was awarded a $2,000 scholarship, madeContinue Reading