Four new firefighters recently joined the Columbia-Richland Fire Department after completing the department’s direct hire program. Each firefighter received their badge from Chief Aubrey Jenkins during a pinning ceremony Monday at department headquarters. The direct hire program allows candidates with prior experience and the proper certification to begin running callsContinue Reading
Irmo Fire officials survey the damage at Minnie’s Auto Repair Shop on St. Andrews Rd. after a Ford F-150 crashed into the building at a high rate of speed. The crash happened around 6:15 pm on Monday, December 12 and the vehicle went straight through the building coming out onContinue Reading
Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has identified the man who died after being struck by a vehicle in the 200 block of Jamil Road in the Columbia area of Lexington County shortly before 6 pm December 10. Daniel Nelson Gibbons III, 68, of Columbia was walking on Jamil Road whenContinue Reading
Irmo held a gun buy back program on Saturday, December 10 at the Universal Outreach Church located at 220 N. Royal Tower Drive. The event began at 10 am with a long line of waiting cars reaching from the parking lot of the church and extending around the block ontoContinue Reading
The Irmo Fire District held their annual Awards Banquet/Ceremony last weekend, where it honored Firefighter of the Year, Nick Powell, as well as Rookie of the Year, Dylan Williams. Powell and Williams were recognized by the department for their outstanding dedication and performance to the Irmo Fire District.Continue Reading
As the leftovers are put away and the shopping lists come into focus, criminals spring into action to steal your would-be gifts and money. “This time of year always brings concerns for safety and security,” Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon said. “Distractions a part of the holiday season and theyContinue Reading
Two men are accused of stealing a trailer from a neighbor’s home in Lexington County. Jason Wilson, a 41-year-old Lexington resident, was charged with grand larceny and Maynard Bartlett, a 37-year-old Columbia resident, was charged with grand larceny and receiving stolen goods, according to arrest warrants. “After receiving a callContinue Reading
The Irmo Fire Foundation was presented with a generous donation for the Al Morganelli Scholarship Fund by Mrs. Kathy Morganelli Monday, November 28th. Al Morganelli was a lifetime member and supporter of the Irmo Fire District who passed away in November 2021. The Al Morganelli Scholarship Fund was created toContinue Reading
Irmo Police Department will pay cash for guns on Saturday, December 10, 2022, during a Gun Buyback event. This event is intended to keep weapons off the streets of Irmo and out of the hands of criminals. IPD will pay $125 per gun with a limit of 5 per car.Continue Reading
A Columbia man faces multiple charges after deputies said he failed to stop for blue lights while driving a stolen car in Lexington Tuesday night. Charles Kenneth Meador, 38, is charged with failure to stop for blue lights, possession of a stolen vehicle, receiving stolen goods, reckless driving, and drivingContinue Reading
The Irmo Fire District and Foundation will be hosting a community “Santa Photos at the Firehouse” event this weekend! This is a fundraiser for the Irmo Fire Foundation. “‘Tis the season for Christmas photos! Join the Irmo Fire District and Foundation at our Headquarters Station this Saturday, November 12th, forContinue Reading