Midlands Family Chiropractic received the ‘Outstanding Elementary School Business Partner’ award from Harbison West Elementary School during the District Five Community Breakfast held recently. This is the second time that Dr. Matt Boyeson and Dr. Amanda Boyeson have won this award. Midlands Family Chiropractic was selected because of their involvementContinue Reading
BALLENTINE, S.C. – A group of local businesses in Ballentine Village is teaming up this April to help those in need with a month-long community food drive. EXIT Palmetto Realty is leading the effort, encouraging residents to donate non-perishable food items throughout the month of April. Donations can be droppedContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard “I never learned this in school.” “Why don’t they teach this in school?” “I wish they taught this in school.” They do. April is Financial Literacy Month and we recognize the efforts of educators across the state to teach financial literacy / personal finance across the K-12 standards. Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – This spring break, students in the Midlands will have the chance to think beyond the classroom and into the future thanks to the return of the SC Career Kids Spring Break Career Camp, hosted April 14–17, 2025, at Seven Oaks Park. Running daily from 1:00 to 3:30Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Irmo High School senior Donovan Murph has been named a Top 10 Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Bridge Builder Excellence Award, presented by the Spinx Corporation. The prestigious honor recognizes South Carolina high school football players who demonstrate excellence not only on the field, but in the classroomContinue Reading
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
SALLEY, S.C. – Tucked away in rural Aiken County lies one of South Carolina’s most unexpected treasures — Eudora Wildlife Safari Park, a hidden gem that has quickly become a must-visit destination for families, animal lovers, and curious travelers alike. Founded by Mark Nisbet, Eudora is the Palmetto State’s firstContinue Reading
The District 5 Foundation hosted its first Springfest April 5 at Dutch Fork High School. Eighteen teams consisting of teachers, administration, students, and SRO law enforcement from around Lexington Richland District Five schools competed in a kickball tournament on the school’s football field. Hundreds from around the district came outContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Lexington-Richland School District Five has announced Reed Gunter as the new principal of Dutch Fork High School. Gunter, who has served as interim principal since February, steps into the role following Dr. Gerald Gary’s appointment as the district’s Chief Operations Officer. “I am deeply appreciative of theContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina anglers Jason Burroughs and Darren Ashley made history on Saturday, April 5, becoming two-time national champions at the 2025 Fishers of Men Berkley Classic Series National Championship held at Dreher Island State Park on Lake Murray. The powerhouse pair clinched the title with an impressiveContinue Reading
Three deserving individuals received honors from the Indian Waters Council of Scouting America who sponsored the 2025 Irmo Mayor’s Awards Breakfast for Scouting onTuesday, April 8, at the Columbia Sailing Club located at 292 Shuler Road on Lake Murray. The event began with breakfast at 8AM, followed by a program where Irmo Mayor Bill Danielson acknowledged the community leadersContinue Reading