Pictured left to right are Club President David Kafitz, Dr. Hampton, and Jay Downs. By Rick Abercrombie During the previous school year Irmo High School and St. Andrews Optimists collaborated to create a recognition program for deserving students. “Promise Yourself” became the name of that effort. The foundation of theContinue Reading
IRMO – The second annual Miss Spectacular Pageant will be held Nov. 7 at Midlands Technical College’s Harbison Theatre, celebrating young ladies with disabilities. The pageant is open to participants ages 7 and older and is free of charge. All participants will receive a T-shirt and crown, while division winnersContinue Reading
Fitness event will raise money for local nonprofit providing shoes and socks to students. IRMO – The Irmo Fire High Intensity Team will host its inaugural Pump & Run 5K on Nov. 7, challenging participants to test their strength and endurance while supporting a local nonprofit. The event begins withContinue Reading
The Main Event will celebrate multicultural beauty, barbering, education and entrepreneurship. COLUMBIA – South Carolina’s beauty, barbering and creative communities will gather Nov. 7 for The Main Event Hair & Beauty Expo 2026 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Beginning at noon during USC Homecoming Weekend, the expo will celebrateContinue Reading
Zoo seeks $5 million in donations to complete second phase of Bridge to the Wild. COLUMBIA – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has launched a capital campaign to raise $5 million in philanthropic support to complete the second phase of its Bridge to the Wild expansion. Riverbanks has secured nearly $140Continue Reading
Youth orchestra and Dreher High School singers will perform a free outdoor concert to support music education. COLUMBIA – Members of the South Carolina Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SCPYO) will perform a free pops concert from the front porch of a Shandon home Nov. 8, bringing neighbors together for an eveningContinue Reading
Ceremony and organ recital honored the history of the African-American burial ground. IRMO – Saint Michael Lutheran Church hosted a rededication ceremony and organ recital on Nov. 1 to honor its historic African-American Cemetery and the people buried there. Pastor Frank W. Anderson spearheaded efforts to restore the historic cemeteryContinue Reading
By Jennifer Tardy Have you ever finished a meal feeling great, only to find yourself tired, sluggish or looking for something sweet an hour or two later? Sometimes, those afternoon energy crashes and cravings may be connected to how your body responds to carbohydrates. Here’s something important: Carbohydrates aren’t theContinue Reading
IRMO – A new girls flag football league is bringing together high schools from across the Midlands, expanding opportunities for female student-athletes to learn the game and compete. In Lexington-Richland School District Five, girls flag football is currently offered as a club activity at each of the district’s three highContinue Reading
Incoming chair brings an extensive background in military and civilian-governmental leadership By Steven B. Vitali Dr. Tom Mullikin, a former U.S. Army officer (captain), retired two-star commanding general of the S.C. State Guard, and current director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources, has been named board chair of theContinue Reading
IRMO – First responders were treated to a meal provided by Steve Padgett Honda of Lake Murray on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as part of the dealership’s annual tradition of recognizing those who serve and protect the community. Each year, the dealership honors local first responders, including members of the IrmoContinue Reading
Charlotte-based football coach recognized for military service and post-military veterans work By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Jay Alverson, executive director of the S.C. Military Veterans Hall of Fame (SCMVHOF), will be formally awarded the University of South Carolina (USC) Outstanding Veteran Alumni Award on gameday, Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning withContinue Reading
Teachers from around Lexington Richland School District Five received Teacher Grant Awards from the District Five Foundation to help with providing needed supplies and resource items for the school year. Every year the District Five Foundation raises funds for teachers to help alleviate their classroom expenses that may not beContinue Reading
IRMO – H. E. Corley Elementary Leadership Magnet & Montessori Magnet School has earned recognition as a 2026 Leader in Me Lighthouse Academic Honor Roll school. FranklinCovey’s Leader in Me whole-school transformative model process is utilized at H. E. Corley Elementary. It teaches 21st Century leadership and life skills toContinue Reading
IRMO – The Town of Irmo, Grindhouse Skate Co. and Irmo Mast Creative will host the inaugural ShredFest on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the skate park in Rawls Creek Park. Admission is free for spectators and participants. The event will feature live music, local food trucks and a Best TrickContinue Reading