Governor Henry McMaster, along with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD), has announced that Richland County is now eligible for expedited federal individual disaster assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The Richland County Emergency Management Division (RCEMD) has started assessing hurricane-related damage across the county to determine itsContinue Reading
Residents of 13 South Carolina counties affected by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance if they experienced uninsured damage or losses. This assistance can help with urgent needs such as temporary lodging, home repairs, personal property loss, and other disaster-related expenses. The eligible counties include Aiken, Anderson,Continue Reading
From Congressman Joe Wilson If you were impacted by Hurricane Helene, here is some vital information to ensure your safety and recovery. After the Storm: Be aware of dangers: Stay vigilant for hazards like downed power lines, contaminated water, and potential gas leaks. Document damage: Capture photos and take writtenContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council Tuesday gave first reading approval to the controversial $65 million Water Walk development along the shores of Lake Murray. The council approved a development agreement, and the rezoning of 11 properties totaling 65.12 acres from General Commercial, General Residential and Fringe Agricultural toContinue Reading
Congressman Joe Wilson’s annual bus tour made a stop in Irmo on August 21, where he was warmly received by the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. The tour takes Wilson across South Carolina’s Second Congressional District and includes visits to businesses, schools, and organizations in Aiken, Chapin, Forest Acres, andContinue Reading
By Al Dozier An initial effort by an Irmo resident to block the town’s plan to allow a developer to come up with a revised proposal to build the controversial Water Walk development on the shores of Lake Murray was rejected. Irmo resident Adam Raynor contends in a lawsuit thatContinue Reading
As election season approaches, here are some important guidelines regarding temporary political signs in the Town: Be sure to follow these guidelines as we head into election season!Continue Reading
By Kristina M. L. Acri, PhD. If you’re an individual who shoplifts a $100 item from a store, you might spend the night in jail — and you certainly won’t be allowed to keep the product. But if you’re a company and you steal a rival’s $100 million technology, you’llContinue Reading
By Al Dozier An Irmo resident is challenging the town of Irmo’s plan to allow a developer to come up with a revised proposal to build the controversial Water Walk development on the shores of Lake Murray. Mayor Bill Danielson confirmed that Judge Daniel Coble heard a challenge at anContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – On Tuesday, August 27, the Town of Irmo hosted its annual National Night Out at the newly named Moore Park off Lake Murray Boulevard. Sponsored by the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation, the event provided a unique opportunity for residents to engage with local law enforcement officersContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo has appointed Joe Nates, a former police chief, as its new Civil Code Compliance Inspector. This newly created civilian role aims to enhance code compliance within the town and allow police officers to focus on other law enforcement duties. Nates, who served as Irmo’s police chiefContinue Reading