Plastic film collection earns school a Trex bench through recycling challenge IRMO — The Lake Murray-Irmo Woman’s Club recently presented a recycled Trex bench to Dutch Fork Elementary School after collecting 1,750 pounds of plastic film through the NexTrex Recycling Challenge. The collection was made possible with support from clubContinue Reading
Second phase underway as planners work to connect 27-mile riverfront network IRMO — Mark Smires, executive director of the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC), recently briefed the Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo on progress and future plans for River Walk, a planned 27-mile riverfront trail network. The first phase isContinue Reading
Pictured are Optimist Club President David Kafitz and Major Tapler, who received a copy of the Optimist Creed. By Rick Abercrombie Major Steven Tapler, representing Richland County Sheriff’s Department, spoke October 9 to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo. Until his September promotion to the rank of Major, then-Captain TaplerContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Another region title is within reach for Dutch Fork football. A home win Friday over River Bluff would clinch the 15th region title under head coach Tom Knotts. Based on the numbers, the odds would seemingly favor the Silver Foxes: – 11-0 all-time versus the GatorsContinue Reading
Coldwell Banker’s Irmo/Lake Murray office hosted the 11th annual Sharing God’s Love BBQ Fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 7464 Woodrow St. in Irmo. The event featured pulled pork barbecue with all the fixings in exchange for donations to Sharing God’s Love. Guests could enjoy their meals at the officeContinue Reading
By Rick Abercrombie On September 24, St. Andrews Optimists gathered representatives of 22 local causes that the Club supports financially. The Club calls the event “Day of Giving.” in its 55 years, the Club has donated more than half a million dollars to the same or similar causes. The commonContinue Reading
By Ken Gasque Rotary Club of Lake Murray-Irmo Nick Kessler, General Manager at Gamecock Sports Properties (Learfield), addressed Rotary Club of Lake Murray/Irmo regarding the shifting economic landscape of college athletics, specifically focusing on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) and the SEC ecosystem. The Business of College Sports Kessler detailedContinue Reading
Pictured are Optimist Club President David Kafitz and Dr. Campbell, who received a copy of the Optimist Creed. By Rick Abercrombie Dr. Joel Campbell, representing USC’s Joseph F. Rice School of Law, spoke September 18 to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo. Dr. Campbell manages USC’s Family and Small BusinessContinue Reading
Performance of ‘Gypsy: A Musical Fable’ to benefit community projects The St. Andrews Woman’s Club (SAWC) will host a fundraiser Thursday, October 15, at Columbia’s Town Theatre featuring a performance of Gypsy: A Musical Fable. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the curtain rising at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25Continue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The winning ways in region play continued for 4-time defending Class 5A champion Dutch Fork. The 28-7 win over Lexington was the 16th consecutive victory for the Silver Foxes. It was also their 14th straight in region play, improving to 50-2 since 2015. Running back QuintinContinue Reading
According to Wallace, once you decide to run with the bulls, there are a few rules to follow: Hofer and Wallace traveled to Pamplona, Spain, to experience the famous San Fermín Festival, held each year from July 7 through July 14. The festival’s biggest attraction is the Encierro, better known as the RunningContinue Reading
Representative Nathan Ballentine recently spent some time with Cub Scout Pack 870 in Chapin. He is currently campaigning to continue serving the Irmo-Chapin community in the South Carolina State House. “For years, I’ve had the honor of serving you and your family in Columbia where experience matters,” Ballentine said. “I’veContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. A 3-game road trip to open the 2026 season comes to an end Friday for Dutch Fork. The 4-time defending champion Dutch Fork will visit first-time opponent Lucy Beckham in Mount Pleasant. Dutch Fork (2-0) is coming off a 56-14 win over Spartanburg. It was theContinue Reading
Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson spoke Aug. 21 to the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo, discussing several ongoing issues and projects involving the Town of Irmo. Danielson provided an update on topics currently before the Town Council before opening the floor for a question-and-answer session with club members.Continue Reading
Pictured are Optimist Club President David Kafitz and Miranda Creech, who received a copy of the Optimist Creed. By Rick Abercrombie The August 14 speaker at the St. Andrews Optimist Club breakfast meeting was Miranda Creech.The speaker is the Director of Family Engagement and Support for Growing Hope, an organizationContinue Reading