On August 16, Doug Stone, Scouting Executive for the Indian Waters Council, spoke to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo about the evolving landscape of Scouting. With 33 years of experience, Stone shared insights into the future of Scouting, which will soon operate under the name “Scouting America” as itContinue Reading
The St. Andrews Rotary Club recently welcomed Gavin Brown, Vice President of Advancement at Midlands Housing Alliance, as their guest speaker. Brown oversees fundraising and community development for Transitions Homeless Center, a key resource for the homeless population in the Midlands. With over a decade of experience in both for-profitContinue Reading
On August 9, Amy Reeves, Director of Community Relations for Mission Lexington, spoke to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo, offering insights into the organization’s vital role in supporting Lexington County residents in crisis. Founded in 1976 and inspired by the teachings of Matthew 25:40, Mission Lexington provides essential servicesContinue Reading
The Lexington County Republican Party is hosting a special prescreening of the movie “Reagan” this Monday, August 26, at Regal Theaters in Northlake Village, located at 929 N Lake Drive, Lexington. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., with the movie starting at 6:30 p.m. Seating is on a first-come, first-servedContinue Reading
Nancy Nelson-Embler of the Coldstream Garden Club recently presented a check for $1,116.62 to Kerry Powers, President/CEO of the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. This donation represents the remaining balance in the club’s operating funds following its decision to disband earlier this year after over 40 years of service toContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 8th to celebrate the grand opening of Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream at their new location in Harbison Court, 264 Harbison Blvd. Handel’s, established in 1945, is renowned for its freshly made, in-store ice cream crafted from the finestContinue Reading
Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children, recently benefited from a generous donation of school supplies through its back-to-school drive. These supplies will help ensure that the children CASA supports are well-prepared for the upcoming school year.Continue Reading
On July 26, Julie Giglio, representing Midlands Orphan Relief (M.O.R.), spoke to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo, shedding light on the organization’s mission to support orphans and at-risk children. Giglio explained that M.O.R. considers “any child who is left behind is effectively an orphan,” emphasizing the broad scope ofContinue Reading
Stephanie Yandle, the Customer Experience Manager for Research & Information at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, has been elected as the 2024-2026 chair of The Cooperative Ministry’s board of directors. Her election was confirmed at the board’s June 18 meeting. Yandle has been a member of The Cooperative Ministry’s boardContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. — Grace United Methodist Church, located at 410 Harbison Boulevard, is hosting an Indoor Yard Sale on Saturday, August 10, from 7 a.m. to noon. The sale follows a “name your price” format, allowing shoppers to pay what they feel is fair for the items they select. AllContinue Reading
“To honor past aviation pioneers and to inspire future space and aviation pioneers.” This mission statement was adopted in 1999 by a group of military veterans who formed the Celebrate Freedom Foundation (CFF) in Lexington County. On July 12, Lori Wicker, Director of STEM Education Outreach Program and Director ofContinue Reading