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

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 – Leaphart Elementary STEAM Magnet has received a $500 donation from the Lexington Soil and Water Conservation District to support its outdoor garden programs. The funds will go toward enhancing the school’s pollinator, vegetable, and native plant gardens, which provide hands-on learning opportunities for students in science, sustainability,Continue Reading

Harbison Community Center is hosting a Senior Health EXPO this Wednesday, May 14 from 9 am – noon. The event is open to everyone. The fair will offer ree health information and resources to learn more about your well-being. Light Refreshments will be served. Harbison Community Center is at 106Continue Reading

By Thomas Grant Jr. Pictured above-Irmo head football coach Aaron Brand and Nick Emmanwori. (Photos by Aaron Brand) Irmo High graduate Nick Emmanwori got his long-awaited call from the NFL last Friday.   The University of South Carolina safety was picked 35th overall and was the third player selected inContinue Reading