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
The highly anticipated Whataburger will officially open its doors in Irmo on Monday. The Texas-based fast food chain, which has been generating excitement in the community, begins serving customers on Monday, September 9, at 11 a.m. The restaurant, located at 1189 Dutch Fork Road across from Walmart, will be openContinue Reading
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