Sixth annual expedition winding its way through the Midlands this week By W. Thomas Smith Jr. A hand-picked team from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) joined Dr. Tom Mullikin, director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), Michelle McCollum, president of the S.C. National Heritage Corridor, and otherContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at the Irmo Municipal Building located at 7300 Woodrow Street in Irmo. This was the first official town council meeting forTown Administrator Jim Crosland. “I had a great week settling in,” said Crosland.”It’s a pleasure getting to know theContinue 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
July 4, 2025, marked the 249th anniversary of our nation. I have always celebrated Independence Day with fireworks, cookouts, and time with family. As an educator, I try to find a teaching moment in every interaction, so this Independence Day, I quizzed my children about the Declaration of Independence. TheyContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — A brand-new holiday tradition is coming to town! The Town of Irmo Events Committee has announced the First Annual Irmo Christmas Parade, set to bring festive cheer to the community on Saturday, December 6 at 9:00 a.m. The parade will begin at Crossroads Intermediate School and travelContinue 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
IRMO, S.C. – School District Five is once again inviting senior citizens to get involved in school events by offering its popular Golden Pass for the 2025–2026 school year. The Golden Pass is available to any resident who will be 60 years old or older during the upcoming school year.Continue Reading
By Mike DuBose Seventy-million Americans struggle with sleep problems, a crisis with serious health implications (depression, cardiovascular disease, memory issues, obesity, diabetes, weakened immune function, diseases, and persistent physical or mental fatigue). Fortunately, there are many proven techniques to help you sleep more effectively and awaken feeling refreshed. Let’s exploreContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders Sometimes, we are unsure whether we are overweight or our weight is in the right range for our sex, height, and body weight. We all have learned that being overweight, and especially obese, we are at a higher risk for certain types of cancer, heart disease, hypertension,Continue Reading