The enchanting 2023 Christmas Light Boat Parade illuminated Lake Murray on Saturday, December 2, drawing crowds to the brim at the Lake Murray Dam Public Park in Lexington. Spectators eagerly gathered to witness the dazzling display of 20 festively adorned boats, signaling the onset of the holiday season. The SpiritContinue Reading
Join us for a Community Carol Sing on December 17th at 4:00 PM! Address: 6505 St. Andrews Road Let’s come together to celebrate the joyous season with heartwarming carols and festive cheer. Our beautiful Labyrinth will be the backdrop for this special event, creating a magical atmosphere for the entireContinue Reading
Tis the season at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, and the festive spirit is in full swing! The airport team is delighted to bring holiday joy to all passengers with a heartwarming kickoff event for the season. The celebration, last night, was a merry affair filled with delightful activities. Passengers and visitorsContinue Reading
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience at the Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, scheduled for March 21 at 6 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Tickets are now available, offering a night filled with delectable flavors, live music, and a chance toContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Nov. 7 election of Phyllis Coleman to the Irmo Town Council was affirmed by the Lexington County Registrations and Elections Board at a Nov. 22 hearing after a challenge was filed about her residency. Former Irmo Mayor Hardy King requested the hearing based on concerns thatContinue Reading
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, residents of Friarsgate gathered on Tuesday, November 28, to adorn the Friarsgate sign at the intersection of Royal Tower Rd. and Broad River Rd. The event not only brought festive cheer to the neighborhood but also fostered a sense of unity among itsContinue Reading
The Rotary Club of Lake-Murray Irmo has been acknowledged by Keep Midlands Beautiful for its outstanding contribution to the Lakeside Litter Sweep event on Lake Murray in September 2023. In collaboration with Interact student members from Dutch Fork High School, the Rotary Club spearheaded an impactful cleanup operation on GoatContinue Reading
Plenty of goodies, including hot chocolate, cookies, and cupcakes, were generously provided by Dunbar Funeral Home and Liberty Tax of Irmo. The Town of Irmo contributed to the festive atmosphere by offering hot pizza slices to the delighted attendees. The air was filled with the sweet aroma of treats asContinue Reading
Residents of Irmo can now rejoice as the Town will officially open the gates to the Rawls Creek Dog Park on November 30th, 2023, at 10 am. The inauguration will be marked by a brief yet lively ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the town’s commitment to providing recreational spaces for its four-leggedContinue Reading
Lake Murray Country is thrilled to announce the return of the Christmas Light Boat Parade on December 2. Join us for this spectacular event, which is free and open to the public at the Lake Murray Dam Public Park in Lexington (1832-1834 N Lake Drive, Lexington). Come and witness theContinue Reading
The Historic Melrose Art in the Yard will once again welcome artists and artisans to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia neighborhood. The event will be held December 3 from 1 to 5 pm with art and food at a family friendly event. Historic Melrose ArtContinue Reading
From November 13 – December 12, the Midlands Gaming Coalition (MGC) will be holding its annual Toy Drive for MUSC’s Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. There will be drop off locations around Columbia including every McWhirter, Bellinger & Associates office, and The Side Deck in Lexington. Gamez Block is offering 10Continue Reading
As the holiday season kicks off, the Irmo Fire B-Shift Crews have been spreading cheer and goodwill in the community. This morning, they dedicated their time to preparing for the most wonderful time of the year by unloading Christmas trees alongside their friends at the Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo.Continue Reading
By Al Dozier Irmo Mayor Barry Walker Sr. was complimented for his service to the town for nearly 20 years during his last council meeting Tuesday. Walker, who lost his bid for another term to Councilman Bill Danielson, was presented a plaque at Tuesday’s meeting honoring his service. For 20Continue Reading
As the festivities of the holiday season begin, Home Instead encourages residents in Richland and Lexington counties to participate in the Be a Santa to a Senior program and share joy by giving a gift with older adults in the community who may not have anyone to celebrate with. “TheContinue Reading