By Tom Poland, A Southern WriterTomPoland.net Man Will Always Wage War I remember the Vietnam anti-war protests at the University of Georgia. Some group firebombed the Army ROTC building and I recall four protestors walking abreast holding a “Stop War Now” banner. “Stop war now” chanted the throng behind them.Continue Reading
By Dee Griffin Snoring is an issue that affects not only the person snoring but for their bed partner as well. Lack of sleep can cause more issues than just being tired the next day. Snoring happens when air flows past relaxed tissues in the throat causing them to vibrateContinue Reading
This week, I proudly stood with House Republican Caucus members to pass a balanced, fiscally conservative budget — one that cuts taxes, eliminates waste, and invests in the priorities that matter most to South Carolina families. While Washington, D.C. continues to spend recklessly, we do things differently in South Carolina.Continue Reading
Open Letter Irmo has been very fortunate to have an effective council team for the last few years. Mike Ward has been an integral part of that team as a leader for our Okra Strut. Leading the Okra Strut Team is no easy task. He has shown his leadership asContinue Reading
The Friends of the Lexington County Museum will host their highly anticipated annual fundraiser on Friday, March 22, from 6–9 PM at the museum, located at 231 Fox Street in downtown Lexington. This year’s event will honor the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, famously known asContinue Reading
Are your bookshelves overflowing? Need to make room? The Friends of the Irmo Branch Library, 6251 St. Andrews Road, will accept donations of used books from 2 – 5 pm March. 27. Books may be dropped off curbside at the side entrance to the library, where Friends volunteers will assistContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Both the Irmo and Dutch Fork baseball teams are off to strong starts. The Yellow Jackets opened the week with a 9-0 win over Mountain View Prep on Teacher Appreciation Night. Wayland Garland had a 2-run homer and Hunter Parsons struck out five and allowed twoContinue Reading
Amari Smith, age 24, of Columbia, has received a sentence of 30 years for his role in the April 16, 2022 Columbiana Mall mass shooting. Smith pled guilty November 1, 2024, following the trial of State v. Jewayne Price in Lexington County. Price was convicted by a jury in OctoberContinue Reading
The Irmo Town Council met on March 18, 2025, to discuss major town developments, including the approval of a new town hall. The $5.9 million project will be built in Moore Park, with Mayor Bill Danielson assuring residents that nearly all funding has been accounted for, minimizing taxpayer burden. “We’reContinue Reading
Danielle McNaughton (Communications and Special Projects Coordinator) has been named the Town of Irmo Employee of the Quarter for 1st Quarter 2025! This award recognizes an employee who consistently goes above and beyond in their responsibilities, demonstrating exceptional dedication and quality in their work. Danielle has been with the TownContinue Reading
Morning commuters got an unusual sight on Tuesday when the ‘Fantasy Island’ houseboat caused a temporary traffic jam along Broad River Rd. and Dutch Fork Rd. near Chick-fil-A and Tractor Supply. The massive watercraft, being transported on land, stalled while attempting a tight 90-degree turn onto Broad River Rd. TheContinue Reading