Hailing from Florida and currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina, artist Jen Carmiel is renowned for her figure paintings. Growing up amidst the serene beauty of Florida’s freshwater springs, Jen found inspiration in nature. In 2023, she moved to Columbia, drawn by the city’s vibrant art scene. Her captivating worksContinue Reading
Irmo is celebrating Southern Cuts Barbering Company as the Small Business of the Month for July 2024. Located at 1100 Dutch Fork Rd in the Irmo Walmart shopping center, this family-owned barbershop is known for providing precision haircuts, steam shaves, and sharp fades. Owner Amanda Morse expressed her gratitude: “ServingContinue Reading
The Richland County Utilities Department has announced new sewer and water usage service rates, which include an increase for residential services. The updated rates are set to help fund essential operational and maintenance costs, as well as capital improvements to the Wastewater Treatment System. The new rate for residential serviceContinue Reading
Richland County residents recently shared their perspectives on a proposed Transportation Sales Tax referendum during a public hearing held in the council chambers. The event saw active participation, with more than 25 residents signing up to speak and an additional four comments read aloud for the record. The public hearing,Continue Reading
Columbia officials met with a delegation from the Republic of Ghana July 11 to build upon the sisterly relations that exist between Ghana and South Carolina. It was a portion of the Ghanaian Delegation’s three-day visit in Columbia to further explore possible areas of cooperation in regards to trade, investments,Continue Reading
Local businessman Jason Baynham has entered the race for Lexington-Richland Five School Board. Baynham, the owner of a landscaping company and a former retail manager, plans to draw on his experiences to be a strong voice on the board. “I am ready to bring my passion and energy to theContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – July 2, 2024 – The Town of Irmo is issuing a public statement to correct anymisinformation regarding the recent postponement of the school year by Ascent ClassicalAcademies due to permitting issues. It has come to the Town’s attention that Ascent Classical Academies has delayed the start ofContinue Reading
By Congressman Joe Wilson Hurricane season has officially begun in South Carolina and it is important for residents of our coastal state to prepare. South Carolinians should put time and effort into developing a plan for hurricanes and tropical storms because your safety and security is of the highest importance.Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County is gearing up for its annual mosquito control efforts as part of a comprehensive campaign aimed at reducing mosquito-borne illnesses and improving public health. The Vector Control team will soon commence activities including mosquito surveillance, larval breeding site treatment, and spraying for adult mosquitoes inContinue Reading
By Al Dozier At the June 18 meeting the Irmo Town Council approved an expenditure of up to $232,000 to replace safety matting in the Irmo Community Park. Council members acknowledged it was an expensive project, but necessary to assure safe grounds in a park where so many children areContinue Reading
By Al Dozier More than 100 residents packed the Irmo Town Hall Thursday and voiced strong opposition to a huge new development that would bring hundreds of new homes to a site along the shores of Lake Murray. The presentation was hosted by the developer, Material Capital Partners, based inContinue Reading