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
Calling all poets and nature enthusiasts! The Irmo Cherry Blossom Festival is delighted to announce the commencement of its Haiku Contest, an invitation to capture the essence of the cherry blossom through the art of traditional haiku. Nature has long been an inspiration for poets, and the cherry blossom, withContinue Reading
Central Carolina Community Foundation (CCCF) President and CEO JoAnn Turnquist has announced her retirement, marking the end of an era for one of the Midlands’ most influential philanthropic organizations. Her retirement is set for April 2024, coinciding with her 15th anniversary at the helm of the Community Foundation. Turnquist expressedContinue Reading
The much-anticipated Girl Scout Cookie season is officially underway as Girl Scouts of South Carolina—Mountains to Midlands kick off the 2024 Girl Scout Cookie Program in the Midlands and Upstate. This annual event transforms thousands of young Girl Scouts into budding entrepreneurs, providing them with valuable life skills and creatingContinue Reading
Get ready for a musical experience like no other as the South Carolina Philharmonic presents “Beethoven & Blue Jeans” on January 13 at 7:30 pm at the Koger Center for the Arts. This annual event, known for being the most popular symphonic concert each season, promises an unforgettable evening ofContinue Reading