By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Irmo High School baseball team got into the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled scrimmage on October 30. The players, dressed in costumes, divided into two squads—the Goblins and the Ghouls—and battled it out for five innings. In a close game, the Goblins emerged victorious withContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce got into the Halloween spirit with its annual ‘SkerryOke’ event on Tuesday, October 29, where members and guests arrived in full costume and took to the mic to sing their favorite songs. The spooky celebration drew in some high-profile guests, includingContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A ‘bye’ week came right on time for Irmo quarterback A.J. Brand to recharge his energies for a final playoff run “It was definitely a great week off,” he said. “We got to put in some work outside when others weren’t watching. Quick and fast, soContinue Reading
As a state representative and as a person heavily involved in the community, I have gotten to know Jason Baynham, Catherine Huddle and Ken Loveless very well. To that end, I am excited to support all three for District Five School Board. Jason Baynham is very active in our church,Continue Reading
The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo celebrated their 2024 Day of Giving at Seven Oaks Park October 11. Each year the members raise funds for youth programs and foundations in the greater Irmo community by selling Christmas trees and handmade wreaths at McGregor Presbyterian Church during the holidays, the AnnualContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce has named Taylor Gepper and Dylan McIver from River Springs Elementary School as the Teacher and Student of the Month for October. Principal Matt Gams praised Taylor Gepper, noting, “As our current Teacher of the Year, she consistently makes a difference in her classroom.Continue Reading
The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo celebrated their 2024 Day of Giving at Seven Oaks Park on Friday, Oct. 11. Each year the members raise funds for youth programs and foundations in the Greater Irmo Community by selling Christmas trees and handmade wreaths at McGregor Presbyterian Church during the holidays,Continue Reading
At the September meeting of the St. Andrews Woman’s Club GFWC, members received valuable fitness advice from Peyton Oliphant, a Transformation Coach at Anytime Fitness Lake Murray. Oliphant discussed essential fitness tips for women, provided nutritional guidance, and highlighted the benefits of exercise for brain health, stress management, and tensionContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – On Tuesday, October 8, Richland County Councilman Jason Branham spoke to members of the Lake Murray Irmo Rotary Club as part of his re-election campaign for District 1, which covers portions of Richland County in Irmo and Ballentine. Branham, a lawyer with Tide Law in Irmo, highlightedContinue Reading
Congratulations to Selah Smith-Galloway, a fifth grader at Dutch Fork Elementary School Academy of Environmental Sciences, for being named Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary’s September Student of the Month! Dutch Fork Elementary Principal Rebecca Dilley praised Selah, saying, “Selah is a creative, outgoing student who quickly caught the attention of her teachers.Continue Reading
On September 6, Michael Sims, founder and Executive Director of Teen Lead 360, shared his inspiring journey with the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo. Sims opened up about his challenging childhood, which included the imprisonment of his father for multiple murders. His life took a positive turn when he becameContinue Reading
The Seven Oaks Art Group invites local artists to come together for a morning of creativity every Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Whether you enjoy painting, drawing, or exploring other artistic endeavors, this group is the perfect space to express your creativity. Participants are encouraged to bring their ownContinue Reading
Embry Kate Wilson was born to Kristen and Josh Wilson Wednesday, September 18, 2024 in Dallas Texas. She is the granddaughter of the Mayor Bill and Peg Danielson of Irmo. She weighed in at 6lbs 14 oz.Continue Reading
Irmo Chamber of Commerce Teacher and Student of the Month for September are Amanda Parker and Ashton Smyers from Irmo Elementary School. “Amanda Parker is our current Teacher of the Year,” Principal Shannon Fincannon said. “She is an extraordinary teacher with a servant’s heart. She makes everyone she meets feelContinue Reading
The Lexington County Museum is inviting the community to delve into the mysterious and sometimes chilling history of Irmo and Dutch Fork with a free walking tour exploring local murders and mysteries. Tour Details: This guided tour will take you through Irmo’s shadowy past, revealing untold stories that shaped theContinue Reading