Gene Porter, 88, of Columbia, passed away December 18, 2023. He was born on August 2, 1935, in Montgomery, Alabama. Gene, also known as Millard Eugene Porter Sr, was an outgoing and charismatic person, and people were drawn to him. Gene had a keen analytical mind that served him wellContinue Reading
Letter to the Editor: It’s Not About Race, It’s About Truth and Character Actually, the hearing held on 11/22/23 by Lexington County Election Commission failed toverify Phyllis Coleman’ true residency in City of Columbia because it failed to follow the law 7-1-25(D). But only verified that she changed her addressContinue Reading
School District Five is pleased to announce its 2024 Recruitment Event on January 6, providing educators and support staff an invaluable opportunity to engage in one-on-one discussions with district personnel and administrators. The in-person event will be held from 8:30 – 11 am at Irmo Middle School. To streamline theContinue Reading
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden expresses sincere gratitude to Richland and Lexington County Councils and the citizens of the Midlands for their overwhelming support of the Zoo’s bond issue request, enabling the commencement of Phase Two of the visionary “Bridge to the Wild” project. Embarking on a year-long design process inContinue Reading
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center invites local business leaders to join their monthly Business Over Breakfast event on January 9, focusing on the theme “Navigating the Economic Landscape: Thoughts on the Road Ahead for South Carolina.” The featured speaker for this insightful session is Nicole Cervi, an Economist withContinue Reading
Lexington Richland School District Five has been awarded a $135,000 grant from the South Carolina Department of Education to enhance safety facilities across the district. The funds will be allocated towards the implementation of secure containment entry points at seven high-poverty schools, fostering a safer learning environment for students andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The fifth-annual High School Blitz Senior Showcase Bowl took place Saturday at Brookland-Cayce High School. In both cases, players from throughout the Palmetto State overlooked for similar events took part. The East team included Irmo players linebacker Marquell Lewis, offensive lineman Bryant Ham and wide receiverContinue Reading
The South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA), a distinguished arm of the South Carolina Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SCAHPERD), proudly announces the appointment of Sara Monts as its new president. A seasoned dance educator from Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet, Monts brings a wealth of experience andContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The holiday break saw at least one Lake Murray-based basketball team win a post-Christmas tournament title. The Dutch Fork girls’ basketball team won the Cooperhead Classic at Catawba Ridge High School in Fort Mill. The Lady Silver Foxes defeated Palisades Athletics in Saturday’s final. Michaela FairwellContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council recently adopted a proclamation honoring the Irmo Police Department for its outstanding services to the Irmo community. The Department Criminal Investigations Division, led by Sergeant Kelly Mountzouros, was singled out for its work on criminal investigations that caught the notice of the FBI.Continue Reading
The Friends of the Irmo Branch Library are delighted to invite the community to their End of the Year Sale, running during library hours until January 7. Everything at the sale will be offered at half price, providing a fantastic opportunity for book enthusiasts to stock up on their favoriteContinue Reading