Riverbanks Zoo and Garden recently celebrated the hatching of a Toco toucan chick, marking the first time in over a decade that this species has successfully bred at the zoo. Proud parents Ramsay and Dora, who arrived at Riverbanks in 2018 and 2019, were introduced in June 2019, and afterContinue Reading
The Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, known for bringing much-needed laughs to educators, is returning with a brand-new show titled “The Struggle is Real!” The tour will stop in Columbia, SC, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Koger Center for the Arts, offering a night of humor that resonates withContinue Reading
By Dr. Cindye Richburg Cotton Executive Director Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center We have reached another Thanksgiving. It is traditionally the time to give thanks for all the great things that have transpired in our lives during the year and in some cases even longer. At the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center (BLEC), weContinue Reading
A New Plan for Irmo The Town of Irmo is developing a new Comprehensive Plan to guide future growth while preserving the small-town charm that residents value. Working with a consultant team, Irmo is engaging in a ten-year revision process, including a new Future Land Use Map, as mandated byContinue Reading
The Harbison Community Center will host a free Craft Fair and Yard Sale on Saturday, November 16, from 8 a.m. to noon. This indoor event will feature local vendors offering a wide variety of merchandise, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Harbison Community Center is located at 106Continue Reading
By Radley West Anytime Fitness It’s no secret that getting outside feels good, but did you know that outdoor exercise can actually work wonders for your mental health? Whether you’re walking, running, biking, or even doing yoga in the park, moving your body in nature provides benefits that go wayContinue Reading
By Tom Poland: A Southern Writer TomPoland.net The weather experts predict a warmer winter than usual. That assures me we’ll get snow this winter. Meteorology is the science of studying the atmosphere’s processes and phenomena. Remember the projected path of Helene? Tells you a lot. How would you like toContinue Reading
Irmo, SC (Nov. 7, 2024) – The Irmo Police Department Community Foundation (IPDCF) is thrilled to announce the return of its “Shop with a Cop” program, an initiative dedicated to supporting families in need this holiday season by spreading joy and essentials through community giving. Event Details: How You CanContinue Reading
May 19, 1929 – November 3, 2024 Educator, civil rights advocate, and community leader Dr. Carlos Gibbons, (Pops), has passed away peacefully at the age of 95 at his residence at the Heritage at Lowman in Chapin, South Carolina. Originally from Turbeville, South Carolina, Gibbons took his love of learningContinue Reading
As of press time these were the local election results. Lexington County School Trustee 5 Scott Herring 34.51 Catherine Huddle 34.47 Kenneth Loveless 31.02 Richland District 5 At Large Jason Baynham 51.01 percent Mike Ward (NON) 49.99 percent Lexington Richland 5 Bond Referendum Yes 70.79 percent No 29.21 percent RichlandContinue Reading
The Republican Party had a strong showing in South Carolina’s recent election, particularly in the state Senate, where they flipped four seats and came close to securing a supermajority. Despite some races heading to automatic recounts due to tight margins, Republicans are optimistic about their gains. Senate Majority Leader ShaneContinue Reading