Irmo, SC – A community yard sale is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the Irmo Fire District firefighters. The yard sale will be held at Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church, locatedContinue Reading
Ken Loveless, contractor and former District Five school board member who is currently looking to regain that seat, organized a meeting of concerned citizens and elected officials recently to discuss a course of action to promote training of and recruiting potential EMS workers at a high school level. The meetingContinue Reading
On Saturday, July 13, Irmo Town Councilwoman Phyllis Coleman and JoAnn Chaney of Youngs Chapel AME Church in Irmo dedicated their morning to volunteering at Transitions Homeless Center. Beginning their day at 6:30 AM, the two women prepared food for the serving line, contributing to the center’s mission of providingContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council Tuesday approved contracts for new police vehicles, new speed radar equipment and entertainers for the next Okra Strut Festival. The council approved the purchase of four Dodge Durango police vehicles in the amount of $177,529. The council also approved a contract for $49,446Continue Reading
By Al Dozier In an emotional ceremony Tuesday the Irmo Town Council adopted a proclamation honoring long-time Town Attorney Jake Moore, and announced that the Irmo Community Park will now officially be named the Moore Park. Moore, who was accompanied by a lot of family members including several grandchildren, wasContinue Reading
By Eileen Renders It is fair to say that most of us wish to attain health, and another group of our population is striving to become healthier. Although many of us grew up believing our health was all relevant to our genetics, we now know that we can often overcomeContinue Reading
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
Several members of the Irmo High School Student Council recently attended the South Carolina Association of Student Councils’ Summer Leadership Camp in North Myrtle Beach. During the four-day event, the students participated in workshops focused on problem-solving, human relations, and leadership development. These sessions aimed to equip the young leadersContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Add two more Irmo Little League teams who have claimed state championships. On Tuesday, the 9-11 baseball team won its program-record fifth straight title in Greenville. They will advance to the Southeast Region Tournament of Champions in Wilson, N.C. In Florence, the Majors baseball team wonContinue Reading
Each summer, the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their annual vacation. It is estimated that more than one million birds venture north for the summer, roosting on the island and providing spectators with a rare glimpse of one ofContinue Reading