Irmo High School represented the state at the 30th Annual LifeSmarts National Consumer Challenge, held in San Diego, California April 18- 21. Irmo High’s team was one of 47 teams selected nationwide. One of the team’s standout moments was the recognition they received for an anti-counterfeiting poster created by theirContinue Reading
Get ready for a weekend filled with angling excitement at the Bassmaster Elite Community Expo, happening on May 11-12 from noon to 5 pm at Dreher Island State Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of booths and exhibits, food trucks, live music, and more! What to Expect: BoothsContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five is proud to announce that two of its outstanding students, Andrew Farmer and Kathryn Stover from Chapin High School, have been selected as winners of the prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships. These awards were part of the second round of National Merit Scholarship announcements. The NationalContinue Reading
Columbia, SC – The Koger Center for the Arts invites the community to two free performances of Squonk’s brand new show, “Brouhaha,” on May 15 and 16, 2024. Taking place at 6 p.m. on the Koger Center Plaza Stage, these performances offer an immersive outdoor spectacle filled with lively music,Continue Reading
By Al Dozier The town of Irmo is considering the installation of four charging stations at the Irmo Community Park Irmo for residents with electric vehicles. It would cost the town about $28,000 but it would provide local residents with a quick charge as an increasing number of motoristsContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – Four exceptional students from the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) in Lexington-Richland School District Five took a significant step towards their future careers in aerospace during the Aeronautics Career Signing Day held at the Jim Hamilton – LB Owens Airport. Sponsored by the South CarolinaContinue Reading
The Cayce Police Department (CPD) is thrilled to announce the kickoff of Steel Paws 2024, a two-day celebration in support of local K9 programs. The festivities will take place at Steel Hands Brewing, located at 2350 Foreman Street in Cayce, on Friday and Saturday, May 10th and 11th. The highlightContinue Reading
The Optimist Club of St. Andrews-Irmo hosted its highly anticipated annual golf tournament on Monday, May 6th, at the Golden Hills Golf Club in Lexington. The event, known for its exciting competitions and charitable endeavors, drew participants and supporters from across the region. Golf enthusiasts enjoyed a day filled withContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five and the Irmo Police Department are proud to announce a new collaboration aimed at better serving families within the district. As part of this partnership, police officers are now equipped with information about the district’s Ready By Five program, enabling them to provide valuable support whileContinue Reading
Iconic Film with John Williams’ Score Performed Live by the Symphony Columbia, SC – The South Carolina Philharmonic (SC Philharmonic) is thrilled to announce a special presentation of Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert, featuring the complete film accompanied by composer John Williams’ iconic Oscar®-winning score performed live byContinue Reading
Only two of the four Region 4-A baseball teams remain in contention in the Class 5A playoffs. In one case, Lexington has advanced to the Upper State playoffs in dramatic fashion. The Wildcats rallied from an early deficit to defeat Spartanburg 2-1 to win the District 1 Bracket on Monday.Continue Reading