The Contemporaries of the Columbia Museum of Art (CMA) will host “Neon Dreams: A Pop Art Affair,” a fundraising event on March 2 from 7 to 11 pm. Presented by Certified SC, the event aims to celebrate artistic expression, community engagement, and philanthropy, supporting the CMA’s mission to enrich theContinue Reading
Dean Widener, a dedicated Air Force veteran and former State Command Chief for the South Carolina Air National Guard, has officially declared his candidacy for the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 85. In challenging incumbent Jay Kilmartin for the seat, Widener aims to leverage his commitment to service inContinue Reading
The organizers of the 2024 Sharpvue Irmo International Festival, a vibrant celebration of diverse cultures, are actively seeking sponsors for this year’s event. Scheduled for April 28 from noon to 5 pm, the festival promises a day filled with cultural richness and community engagement at Irmo Community Park, located atContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five is set to host a Spring Block Party at the Harbison Gardens Community on March 7, 2024. Sponsored by the school district’s Community Support Services Office, the event aims to provide a platform for Harbison Garden students and families to access community resources that support theirContinue Reading
Gabriel Penfield won a seat on the Irmo town council on February 27. Penfield was opposed by George Frazier. Both men ran unsuccessfully in the November election andfound themselves facing each other again for the special election. With all precincts reporting, Gabriel Penfield claimed 433 votes to Frazier’s 135 toContinue Reading
In a proactive move to stay informed and connected with local initiatives, Irmo Town Council Candidate Gabriel Penfield, alongside Irmo Okra Strut commissioner Mike Ward, attended the Richland County transportation planning meeting. The focus of the meeting was on gaining insights into the Broad River Broad widening project and upcomingContinue Reading
Irmo residents are heading back to the polls in a special election on February 27 to fill the Town Council seat left vacant by Mayor Bill Danielson. Two candidates who previously ran for town-wide at-large seats in 2023 are back in the running. The candidates vying for the role areContinue Reading
Calling all craft enthusiasts and bargain hunters! Harbison Community Center is gearing up for an exciting event that brings together the best of both worlds – a Craft Fair and Yard Sale. Event Details: Craft Fair Highlights: Local vendors are set to impress with an eclectic range of handmade andContinue Reading
Scout units from the Irmo area participated in the Scouting for Food drive to help restock the shelves of Sharing God’s Love Food Bank in Irmo. Sharing God’s Love received more than 7000 pounds of food items and cash donations of almost $500. “The partnership with the Boy Scouts ofContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo and the Irmo Future Growth Corporation proudly unveil a vibrant transformation of signal boxes across the community, marking a significant step towards promoting the town’s unique identity. The Irmo Future Growth Corporation has been actively working hand-in-hand with the Town of Irmo to enhance community aestheticsContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Zoning guidelines in the Irmo area will be a lot less restrictive under a new ordinance amendment that received first reading approval at the Feb. 20 council meeting. The amendment provides for “negotiated zoning districts” that would allow the planning commission more leeway on current regulations onContinue Reading