The Irmo Chamber of Commerce has recognized Aysha Alamgir and Chloe Willis from Seven Oaks Elementary School Global Magnet as the stellar Teacher and Student of the Month. The accolade sheds light on their remarkable achievements within the school community. Aysha Alamgir, a first-grade teacher at Seven Oaks Elementary, hasContinue Reading
In a move poised to shape the trajectory of local banking, First Community Bank has recently disclosed significant leadership promotions and additions effective July 1, 2024. These changes, designed to fortify the bank’s commitment to excellence and long-term success, will bring about a new era of strategic direction. J. TedContinue Reading
Photo by Trey Love Photography Irmo Middle School recorded its most successful middle school wrestling season in school history under first-year Head Coach – Tommy Sevilla. Sevilla’s squad of mostly first-year wrestlers and 4 – 7th graders, would send a record 8 wrestlers to the South Carolina High School LeagueContinue Reading
The Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) extends an invitation to the community for an Open House and Spring Showcase, unlocking the doors to a world of innovation and education. This event, scheduled for February 7 from 5 – 7 pm, offers a unique opportunity to explore the school’sContinue Reading
By State Representative Nathan Ballentine The first few weeks of the year have been focused on committee work rather than full debate on the House floor. Specifically, I have been very busy with hearings from our state’s colleges and universities as they present their needs (and wants) for the 2024-2025Continue Reading
By Al Dozier Two candidates have filed for the Irmo Council seat to be filled in a special election February 27. Gabriel Penfield and George Frazier have officially filed for the seat, left vacant by Bill Danielson, who was elected mayor in November. Both candidates made unsuccessful efforts to winContinue Reading
David James Hall, age 36, pled guilty January 8. Hall’s trial was to begin that morning, however, he decided to plead guilty before selecting a jury. Circuit Court Judge Walton J. McLeod, IV, sentenced Hall to 15 years for two counts of Attempted Murder, Domestic Violence of a High andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. With one week left in the regular season, the Dutch Fork girls’ basketball team is in the driver’s seat for the Region 4-5A title. The Lady Silver Foxes claimed sole possession of first place with a 49-33 win over defending region champion Lexington. Christyonna Jackson scoredContinue Reading
Students from the Celebrate Freedom Foundation (CFF) recently took flight, not in the skies, but in the Lockheed Martin F-16 flight simulation project. Hosted at the South Carolina Statehouse, this hands-on experience marked a historic collaboration between the education and aerospace industries, giving students an exclusive opportunity to engage withContinue Reading
Multiple awards presented during annual banquet in mid-December By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Sheriff Leon Lott and the Richland County Sheriff’s Department presented scores of awards in multiple categories both to deputies and civilian employees of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) during the department’s annual Christmas Awards Banquet atContinue Reading
River Springs Elementary bids farewell to the first half of the school year with an abundance of achievements and exciting events that have enriched the learning experience for students, teachers, and families alike. One of the standout moments was the unveiling of the brand-new outdoor classroom, made possible by theContinue Reading