With just five weeks remaining in this year’s legislative session, we’re not slowing down. This week, we continued delivering on our House Republican Caucus’s Pillars for Progress—supporting legislation that defends merit-based opportunity, expands career-ready education, and protects children and families from emerging threats. These aren’t just bills—they are promises keptContinue Reading
“Committed to Integrity, Focused on Progress.” Irmo needs Council members with integrity and a willingness to support reasonable growth. I am committed to these values. I have been a resident of the Town of Irmo since 2019. I lived in the immediate area since 1989. My children were educated inContinue Reading
By Kirk Luther – Publisher Irmo Town Council discussed a salary increase for the council and the mayor at a workshop held on Tuesday, April 1 at the municipal building in Irmo. The proposal is inline with other municipalities of the same size and even less than the town ofContinue Reading
Paying real estate taxes in Richland County just got a lot easier, thanks to a new web-based service offered by the County Treasurer’s Office. The service is part of the County’s planned payment program, which allows residents to break up their real estate tax payments into manageable installments. The programContinue Reading
Lexington County Councilman Darrell Hudson has been honored as the 2024 Volunteer of the Year by the South Carolina Councils of Governments. Hudson serves as Chair of the Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging’s Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee (RADAC), where he has been a strong advocate for improvingContinue Reading
It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the 2025 legislative session—but we’re not slowing down. This week, I joined my House Republican Caucus members in announcing a historic tax reform plan that will cut taxes, simplify the system, and make South Carolina the most competitive state in the nationContinue Reading
Three male Irmo residents have filed to run for a vacated Irmo town council seat in the upcoming special election slated for June of this year. Ed Greco, George Frazier and Mike Ward are vying for a seat that if won will let them serve for the next three years onContinue Reading
Free Seeds Available for Residents! The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) is once again offering free warm-season vegetable, herb, and wildflower seeds to Richland County residents through its Seed Sanctuary program. Where to Get Seeds: County Administration Building (2020 Hampton St., Columbia) Richland Library Eastover (608 Main St.,Continue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson Constituent Organizations Meeting and speaking with those who live and work in the Second District provides me a firsthand understanding of the issues affecting the many businesses, organizations, and individuals represented. I welcome the opportunity to listen to your needs and concerns — and the officesContinue Reading
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in your community, now’s your chance! Richland County is seeking residents to fill openings on various boards, committees, and panels—and they need your help. The County Council is accepting applications through 5 p.m. on April 4 for a variety of positions, fromContinue Reading
A non-partisan special election will be held on Tuesday, June 3, to fill a vacant town council seat in Irmo. Where to File: For more information, contact your local elections office.Continue Reading