IRMO – Country music legend Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry will take the stage at Harbison Theatre on Thursday, September 25, to launch the 50th anniversary celebration of the Okra Strut Festival. Known for their Southern rock-infused country sound, Montgomery Gentry—founded by Eddie Montgomery and the late Troy Gentry inContinue Reading
IRMO – Shoppers and supporters alike are invited to a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, July 26, with all proceeds going to the Irmo Fire Foundation. The sale will be held at Union United Methodist Church and will feature a wide variety of items, including household goods, clothing, toys, furniture,Continue Reading
IRMO – Shiny chrome, classic engines, and community pride were on full display Saturday, July 12, as the St. Andrews/Irmo American Legion Post 174 hosted its 5th Annual Car Show. Held at the post headquarters at 801 Piney Woods Road, the event kicked off at 9 a.m. and drew nearlyContinue Reading
IRMO – A golden celebration is on the horizon, and the community is invited to be part of the fun! The 50th Annual Irmo Okra Strut Parade is set for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., and organizers are now accepting applications for parade participants. This year marks theContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Outdoor enthusiasts and conservation supporters, get ready to bid for a great cause! The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) will kick off its Wild Summer Nights Online Auction on Thursday, July 18, with bidding open through 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 20. Hosted at SCWF2025auction.givesmart.com, this three-dayContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Back by popular demand, Murder on Main Street returns for an encore presentation on Thursday, July 25 at The Venue on Main, located in the heart of downtown Columbia. Presented by the Friends of the Irmo Branch Library in partnership with LTC Hospitality Solutions, this immersive MysteryContinue Reading
Columbia, S.C. – Barbecue fans, mark your calendars! The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has announced that world-renowned barbecue expert Steven Raichlen will serve as the official emcee for the 2026 Southeastern BBQ Showdown. Raichlen, a Barbecue Hall of Fame inductee and author of the bestselling Barbecue!Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) has announced a major addition to the 2026 Southeastern BBQ Showdown lineup. Rodney Scott, James Beard Award-winning pitmaster and owner of Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ, will serve as a celebrity judge for the highly anticipated event. “We’reContinue Reading
Groucho’s Deli in Irmo is teaming up with the community to support local first responders during its “Groucho’s Gives Back Night” on Thursday, July 10, from 4 to 9 p.m. The event will benefit the Irmo Fire Foundation, with 10% of all in-store orders going directly to support the menContinue Reading
The St. Andrews/Irmo American Legion Post 174 will host it’s 5th Annual Car Show on Saturday, July 12 beginning at 9am at the post headquarters located at 801 Piney Woods Rd. The car show features vintage automobiles from decades past including hot rods. military vehicles and Detroit muscle cars. ThereContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) invites nature lovers and food enthusiasts to a unique dining experience on Wednesday, July 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Hollow in Columbia. The evening will feature a five-course, wine-paired conservation dinner inspired by imperiled bird species. Each dishContinue Reading