By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council heard a special presentation at the January 16 meeting honoring the town’s past police chiefs. A framed picture showing headshots of all of the town’s past police chiefs was presented to the council by Brian Penna, a long-time local businessman who had closeContinue Reading
Saluda Shoals Park was packed on Thursday, January 18 as State Rep. Jay Kilmartin (R-District 85) kicked off his re-election campaign. “The momentum is at an all-time high for conservatism and freedom in South Carolina and right here in District 85,” Kilmartin said. He added that “our support has multipliedContinue Reading
Medical University of South Carolina carries torch previously held by Mullikin Law Firm By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) HEALTH and the Carolina Cup Racing Association (CCRA) announced MUSC HEALTH’s presenting sponsorship of this year’s 89th annual Carolina Cup. The announcement led by Dr.Continue Reading
Craft and Draft in Irmo was abuzz with community spirit this past Saturday as supporters gathered for a special celebration in honor of Gabriel Penfield’s campaign for Irmo Town Council. The event, marking the fourth anniversary of Craft and Draft, brought together residents and supporters for an evening of camaraderie.Continue Reading
Irmo Town Council candidate Gabriel Penfield recently attended a fundraiser for Congressman Joe Wilson held at Grecian Gardens in West Columbia, Penfield spoke with Congressman Wilson seeking insights into federal strategies for local businesses and job creation. “Congressman Wilson added valuable depth with his legislative perspectives,” said Penfield. “The collaborationsContinue Reading
The South Carolina State Museum is proud to announce its latest initiative to enhance accessibility – free, unlimited access to certified visual interpreters for blind and low vision guests through the Aira service. As the first museum in the Southeast to partner with Aira, the State Museum continues its commitmentContinue Reading
The Columbia VA Health Care System (Columbia VAHCS) is gearing up for a radiology hiring fair on January 22, offering career opportunities for individuals in General Radiology, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and Interventional Radiology. The fair is scheduled to take place from 9 am to 2 pm, providing aContinue Reading
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is calling on students, faculty, staff, and alumni with a special talent to showcase their skills and compete for the title of the “Biggest Showoff,” along with a chance to win $1000. The annual talent show, known for its vibrant performances, is a platform for theContinue Reading
The American Red Cross South Carolina Region issues a heartfelt call for volunteers, urging individuals to make a resolution to make a difference and support their community by becoming volunteers in 2024. With the increasing frequency and intensity of disasters due to extreme weather, the Red Cross emphasizes the criticalContinue Reading
Marjorie Kneece, a proud local resident, extends her gratitude to our community for the support shown last year regarding her Lake Murray book. She is thrilled to announce the release of two new literary works, “CHARLESTON CALLING” and “BOTANY BAY, DREAM AWAY,” both of which promise to enchant readers withContinue Reading
By Tom Mullikin I recently departed one paradise, the beautiful Palmetto State, to visit another, the famed Galápagos Islands, Ecuador. Over the last twelve years, I have been blessed to spend time in the Galápagos as a professor focusing on the impacts of amplified global climate change. On this tripContinue Reading