The Irmo Town Council met on March 18, 2025, to discuss major town developments, including the approval of a new town hall. The $5.9 million project will be built in Moore Park, with Mayor Bill Danielson assuring residents that nearly all funding has been accounted for, minimizing taxpayer burden. “We’reContinue Reading
Danielle McNaughton (Communications and Special Projects Coordinator) has been named the Town of Irmo Employee of the Quarter for 1st Quarter 2025! This award recognizes an employee who consistently goes above and beyond in their responsibilities, demonstrating exceptional dedication and quality in their work. Danielle has been with the TownContinue Reading
Morning commuters got an unusual sight on Tuesday when the ‘Fantasy Island’ houseboat caused a temporary traffic jam along Broad River Rd. and Dutch Fork Rd. near Chick-fil-A and Tractor Supply. The massive watercraft, being transported on land, stalled while attempting a tight 90-degree turn onto Broad River Rd. TheContinue Reading
Columbia Green and the City of Columbia’s Forestry and Beautification Division have planted 1,290 trees through their Beat the Heat partnership in just six months— a goal originally projected to take five years. Initially funded by a USDA grant administered through the Arbor Day Foundation with support from the InflationContinue Reading
By Dee Griffin The flowers are blooming, the bees are buzzing, and the allergies are flowing. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and some natural remedies can help reduce the discomfort during this season. The main cause of springtime allergies include pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. These plants release pollen intoContinue Reading
By Radley West In our busy, fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the spaces we inhabit. But the truth is, our physical environment has a profound impact on our mental clarity and overall well-being. A cluttered, chaotic space can mirror a cluttered mind, while a clean, organized space creates roomContinue Reading
South Carolina drivers, relief is on the way! The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is kicking off its annual “Pothole Blitz”, a statewide effort to patch and repair potholes, making roads smoother and safer for everyone. Over the next several weeks, SCDOT maintenance crews will be hard at workContinue Reading
Get ready, Irmo—live music is coming your way! The Irmo Town Limits Spring Concert Series, presented by State Farm, will bring three exciting nights of music to the Prisma Health Amphitheater at Moore Park (7473 Church St.). The concert series kicks off on Friday, April 25, and continues for twoContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Most of us over 60 have heard that old rhyme: “The thigh bone is connected to the leg bone, the leg bone is connected to the ankle bone, etc.” A similar analogy can be expressed whenever we voice concern over the ear, nose, or throat, as theyContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard Like democracy, education is a participatory exercise and we all have essential roles to play in support of our local public school system. A well-functioning public education system requires that we communicate with our elected officials to educate them after making sure we are educated on theContinue Reading
Richland County held its third-annual Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn at the Busby Community Center in Columbia. Attendees enjoyed lunch and heard from community speakers, including County Councilwoman Gretchen D. Barron and Kiwan Fitch, a personal development and career coach. Prisma Health administered free blood pressure screenings, andContinue Reading