COLUMBIA, S.C. — Due to scheduling changes, the popular Fireworks with the Phil concert has been rescheduled for Thursday, July 3 at Segra Park. All original event details remain in place, including ticket validity. Event Schedule: Gates open: 6:30 p.m. Concert begins: Around 8:00 p.m., featuring a full performance byContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. In Coastal Plain League season’s past, the second half truly was the “second season”. Teams that did not win the first half titles in their respective divisions had another opportunity at reaching the Petitt Cup playoffs. By winning the second half, those teams would meet theContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – Thousands of classic car fans packed Moore Park on Sunday, June 29, as the world-famous 2025 Hemmings Great Race, presented by Coker Tire, made its grand finale right in the heart of Irmo. The nine-day, 2,300-mile rally began in St. Paul, Minnesota, and finished in spectacular styleContinue Reading
By Thomas GRant, Jr. Retired soccer coach Phillip Savitz has been inducted into the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors in high school sports. The induction ceremony was held last week in Chicago, Illinois. Savitz, who retired in 2023, holdsContinue Reading
Tenth annual summer blood drive deemed a success by all three participating first-responder agencies By W. Thomas Smith Jr. For the 10th year in a row, the Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) has bested the City of Columbia Police Department (CPD) and the Columbia-Richland Fire Department in the competitively friendlyContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. The Irmo Little League Major baseball team has claimed the South Carolina District Three championship, earning a spot in the upcoming state tournament on John’s Island. The team’s hard work and determination paid off as they outplayed tough competition to take the district title. Next up,Continue Reading
The Coldstream Homeowners Association has selected the July 2025 Yard of the Month, honoring the beautifully maintained property at 142 Lincoln Inn Rd. Located in the heart of the Coldstream Subdivision, this standout yard shows pride in homeownership and curb appeal. Coldstream is home to more than 1,000 residences, makingContinue Reading
The man who died while in police custody on Wednesday, June 25 has been identified as Byron Jackon, 45, of North Augusta. No details as to the cause of death have been released by the Richland County Coroner Nadia Rutherford. In a statement to media Rutherford said, ‘We will continueContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – To help preserve the character, safety, and appearance of Irmo’s residential neighborhoods and low-density commercial areas, the Irmo Town Council is reminding residents and business owners of the town’s parking restrictions for heavy-duty and commercial vehicles. These rules apply only to properties located within the official boundariesContinue Reading
IRMO – For the sixth year in a row, the Irmo Fire District has been recognized as a Fire Safe South Carolina Community—a distinction that highlights the department’s continued commitment to fire prevention and public safety. The Fire Safe SC Community Designation is awarded to fire departments across the stateContinue Reading
By Dee Anne Griffin With the recent South Carolina scorching summer, there is an increased risk of heat related injuries such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke. As our temperatures soar past 95 and the humidity levels rise above 80%, safety becomes a priority. Heat exhaustion symptoms include heavy sweating, coolContinue Reading