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

On April 11, the St. Andrews Optimist Club welcomed Heather Pagan, Survivor Support Director for Lighthouse for Life, to share an update on the organization’s mission and its impact in the community. Lighthouse for Life focuses on rescuing victims of sex trafficking and, through Pagan’s role, helps restore survivors toContinue Reading

IRMO, S.C. – Raviv Khan, a student at Irmo Middle School, has been honored as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club’s Student of the Month for April. Irmo Middle Principal Mansa Joseph praised Raviv for his outstanding dedication to learning and leadership among his peers. “Raviv is one of many incredibleContinue Reading