By Thomas Grant Jr. The coaching journey of former Airport High and University of South Carolina standout Duce Staley to another destination. Staley was named the new running backs coach for the Cleveland Browns. Ironically, he replaces another former Palmetto State College running back Stump Mitchell, who was released fromContinue Reading
A Lexington County deputy, who endured a harrowing incident in the line of duty, has been honored with the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association’s Medal of Valor. Deputy Jacob Smith, who bravely confronted danger while responding to a home invasion in Lexington last September, was the deserving recipient of this distinguishedContinue Reading
Chief Bobby Dale is announcing the termination of an Irmo Police Officer. An investigation was opened by IPD’s Internal Affairs this morning after receiving information that Officer Lee Haley was involved in removing political signs that were recently reported as stolen this week by candidate Gabriel Penfield. The investigation determinedContinue Reading
Irmo Town Council candidate, Gabriel Penfield, engaged with the community during a unique event featuring SC Philharmonic musicians at Craft and Draft in Irmo on Wednesday, January 24. The philharmonic organized a pub crawl, sending small ensembles of musicians to neighborhood watering holes, bringing music directly into the communities. DuringContinue Reading
Irmo Fire District received a recent gift of four stunning canvases honoring the memory of fallen Firefighter J. Michael Muller. The craftsmanship and thoughtfulness put into each artwork are awe-inspiring. Matthew White with Cambridge Company Framing, Sheila Earnest with Professional Printers, and Kathy Morganelli produced these memorial pieces. Their hardContinue Reading
Starting Monday, Jan. 29, multiple railroad crossings in Lexington County and across the Midlands will undergo maintenance and repairs. CSX Transportation has scheduled routine maintenance activities, which will commence in Richland County and progress northwest through Lexington County into Newberry County. The entire maintenance and repair operation is slated toContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The word “reunited” comes to mind when looking at the finalized region classifications for the South Carolina High School League. At least for the next two years, the realignment puts town rivals Dutch Fork and Irmo and Airport and Brookland-Cayce back together in the same region.Continue Reading
Recognizing the positive impact of animal interaction on children with special needs, particularly with dogs and horses, the St. Andrews Optimists recently enjoyed an enlightening presentation from Dream Riders. This therapeutic horse riding experience is situated at Sunrise Farm in Lexington. Presenters Jennifer Stoudemire, Head Riding Instructor and Program Director,Continue Reading
The South Carolina Ballet is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated return of Motown Ballet, a captivating multimedia dance tribute celebrating the iconic Motown sound. Prepare for two encore performances at the Koger Center for the Arts on February 3rd. Directed by Mark Rapp Music, Motown Ballet will feature live musicalContinue Reading
In its third year, the Cola Rosé Shower returns to celebrate women and raise awareness about feminine care issues and period poverty in the Greater Columbia community. This unique event, held at Williams-Brice Stadium’s Traditions Club on February 3rd at 3 pm, transforms the iconic symbol of masculinity, Columbia’s footballContinue Reading
The State Election Commission is reminding voters that the registration deadline for the Republican Presidential Primary is right around the corner. Voters must register by Thursday, January 25 to be eligible to vote in the Primary. Voting is set to commence in South Carolina for the nomination of presidential candidates for the upcoming 2024Continue Reading