Legendary martial arts tournament fighter and five-decade karate instructor praised By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Midlands-area Karate legend and lifelong martial arts tournament fighter and instructor Mike Genova welcomed throngs of students, primarily children with parents and grandparents; fellow fighters; and lifelong friends to his Columbia-Elgin studio GENOVA FAMILY KARATE,Continue Reading
By Dee Griffin Ironically, I am writing this at 4 in the morning. Why you may ask? Stress. I woke up with my brain reminding me of all the things I did not do the day before which included on the list was writing articles. Did you know that poorContinue Reading
The Town of Irmo will hold a special election on Tuesday, June 3 to fill a vacant council seat. Candidates Mike Ward, Ed Greco and George Frazier are vying for a seat that the winner would hold until late 2027. George Frazier has twice held the position of Irmo EventsContinue Reading
Loveland Coffee is hosting a Summer Artisan Market this Thursday, June 5 from 5 – 8 pm. The Summer Artisan Market will feature a variety of local makers offering art, jewelry, home decor, and more. While you browse, enjoy Loveland Coffee’s handcrafted pizza — made fresh on-site for the specialContinue Reading
Back in April, I read an open letter to the Irmo News that started with the writer saying “I am opposed to Benjamin Netanyahu’s genocidal war in Gaza.” I have wanted to address this highly false statement since then. Let’s first explain what truly was genocidal on October 7, 2023.Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo continues its support of South Carolina Career Kids (SCCK), a nonprofit organization that introduces students to career possibilities and public safety through interactive programs. At the Club’s May 9 meeting, SCCK representatives Libby Hendley and Matt Southern presented updates on theContinue Reading
CVETS Offers Free Emergency Care for Law Enforcement K9s COLUMBIA, S.C. — In a show of appreciation for law enforcement service dogs, CVETS (Columbia Veterinary Emergency Trauma and Specialty) has launched a new program offering free emergency and specialty veterinary care for K9s injured in the line of duty. TheContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Members of the St. Andrews Woman’s Club (SAWC) visited Epworth Children’s Home on May 14 to present a scholarship check to support two residents of the organization’s Independent Living Program. The funds, presented to Christy Mooneyham, Epworth’s Director of Academics, will assist with tuition, books, and transportationContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — After five years of dedicated leadership, Amy Splittgerber is stepping down as Executive Director of Healthy Learners, the organization announced this week. Since joining in 2019, Splittgerber has overseen significant growth in the nonprofit’s mission to eliminate health-related barriers to learning for children across South Carolina. UnderContinue Reading
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina State Fair has announced the recipients of its 2025 Ride of Your Life Scholarship, awarding $10,000 each to 53 high school seniors from across the state. This year’s total of $530,000 in scholarships includes three additional awards made possible by a $37,000 donation fromContinue Reading
By: Kerry Driggers When Kenneth Shuler graduated from high school, he didn’t know what he wanted to do, but he knew he wanted a job that worked with people. He became a Master Barber in 1959 and opened his first school in 1968. If you’ve ever had a conversation withContinue Reading